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Razia Said — Omama
Album: Zebu Nation
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Released: 2010
Length: 4:35
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(translation)

I remember when I was a little girl I looked up to you
All the things you made for me
You were my mother too
How you raised all those children
Made us feel so special I was fortunate to fall into your arms
With you to care for me
You taught me wisdom and integrity
Must be my destiny
You know life ain't forever
But we'll always be together O'mama...e O'mama...o
All the laughter and natural disasters
You saw it your own way
You woke up before the rooster calls
Washing those dishes each day
You were strong you had vision
Oh I miss all your loving
O'mama...e
O'mama...o
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Trivia tidbit for today: Despite its proximity to Africa, the people of Madagascar originate from Borneo.
Posted 2 years ago by NoEnzLefttoSplit    [ Reply ]
My thoughts are with the Malagasy as cyclone Batsirai ravages the isaland... Beautiful track.
Posted 2 years ago by Limpopoking    [ Reply ]
excellent ... trop  beau.....j'adore
Posted 2 years ago by asap.band    [ Reply ]
 dwhayslett wrote:

Play Something Different, from previous versions of the RP website.  It was effectively the same as skip.


oh. Thanks!
Posted 2 years ago by sonicsurfer    [ Reply ]
 sugoihito wrote:

I was also wondering what PSD is.  Is it the "skip" button?


Play Something Different, from previous versions of the RP website.  It was effectively the same as skip.
Posted 2 years ago by dwhayslett    [ Reply ]
I was also wondering what PSD is.  Is it the "skip" button?
Posted 2 years ago by sugoihito    [ Reply ]
What is the PSD button?
Posted 2 years ago by sonicsurfer    [ Reply ]
 nickmetalx3317 wrote:


the PSD button doesn't let them know that their opinions matter. Posting nasty comments does, though.

Who do you think you are informing?   Why would they care?
Posted 2 years ago by sqqqrly    [ Reply ]
 Prius wrote:
A beauty... the song and herself.
 
Yes on both counts.  I'm going to check out her site.
Posted 3 years ago by khardog145    [ Reply ]
 nickmetalx3317 wrote:


the PSD button doesn't let them know that their opinions matter. Posting nasty comments does, though.
 
Not to me.  I only feel some sadness that someone could feel so bad about this continual flow of sweetness from RP.
Posted 3 years ago by bruceandjenna    [ Reply ]
 zenhead wrote:
I will never understand listeners who feel compelled to tell me how much they hate a particular song. I thought that was what the PSD button was for.
 

the PSD button doesn't let them know that their opinions matter. Posting nasty comments does, though.
Posted 4 years ago by nickmetalx3317    [ Reply ]
I will never understand listeners who feel compelled to tell me how much they hate a particular song. I thought that was what the PSD button was for.
Posted 4 years ago by zenhead    [ Reply ]
 Prius wrote:
A beauty... the song and herself.
 
Beauty is in the eye and ear of the beholder
Posted 5 years ago by justin4kick    [ Reply ]
A beauty... the song and herself.
Posted 5 years ago by Prius    [ Reply ]
7 -> 3  
Posted 5 years ago by Tomasni    [ Reply ]
Stunning... Hope I get to hear more of her when I'm in Maddys next year {#Hearteyes}
Posted 6 years ago by Limpopoking    [ Reply ]
 nickshortie wrote:
Obama bama hey!

3 -> 2
 
Going dooooooown..... 2-1.....


waaaaayyyyyy too many Obamamamamas in there...... 
Posted 7 years ago by ckcotton    [ Reply ]
 Bacadiar wrote:
Does anyone else hear https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oKI-tD0L18A

 
How could one not? {#Embarassed}
Posted 7 years ago by ziggytrix    [ Reply ]
Obama bama hey!

3 -> 2
Posted 7 years ago by nickshortie    [ Reply ]
 ODAD wrote:
Life In A Northern Town —
oooooo, ma, ma, ma, ma, heaaaaaa ah.
 

 
Sounds more like Mumford & Sons to me.
{#Propeller} 
Posted 7 years ago by Proclivities    [ Reply ]
A nice tribute to a mother isn't it? 
Posted 7 years ago by Highlowsel    [ Reply ]
Life In A Northern Town —
oooooo, ma, ma, ma, ma, heaaaaaa ah.
 
Posted 7 years ago by ODAD    [ Reply ]
  Kilroy wrote:
Donald Trump forbids me from listening to this song, which is fine with me because it SUCKS.

 

 ziakut wrote:

Not something you should readily advertise about yourself. In this case, anonymity is your friend.

 
gif of cleaning lady putting empty trash can over Donald Trump's head

It's Donald's too. 
Posted 8 years ago by kcar    [ Reply ]
 Kilroy wrote:
Donald Trump forbids me from listening to this song, which is fine with me because it SUCKS.

 
Not something you should readily advertise about yourself. In this case, anonymity is your friend.
Posted 8 years ago by ziakut    [ Reply ]
the lyrics are remarkable.
Posted 8 years ago by jmkate    [ Reply ]
Donald Trump forbids me from listening to this song, which is fine with me because it SUCKS.
Posted 8 years ago by Ipse_Dixit    [ Reply ]

...zebuuu!..

 

...achoo moo-moo, boo-hoo-moo-moo, boo-hoo moo-moo, achoo moo-moo, achoo moo-moo, boo-hoo moo-moo, zebu!..


Posted 9 years ago by mandolin    [ Reply ]
agreed {#High-five}

jagdriver wrote:
Beautifully sung; I'd like to hear more like this mixed in.

 


Posted 9 years ago by ShamanManu    [ Reply ]
Beautifully sung; I'd like to hear more like this mixed in.
Posted 9 years ago by jagdriver    [ Reply ]
Omamamamama MY HEAD!

Make it stop
 
Posted 9 years ago by ckcotton    [ Reply ]
 hahahahahahhahaha this is the funniest thing i've seen in a while {#Roflol}. Repetitive song though 5-6
scraig wrote:


OMAMA

 


Posted 10 years ago by Ed222    [ Reply ]
Oh, ma ma ma ma ma ma....blah. Normally I think this is ok, but right now in more of a "Mother", by Danzig mood.
Posted 10 years ago by Forest267    [ Reply ]
 LaurieinTucson wrote:
What language is this?

 
Malagasy?

Getting a little tired of this song.  >6
Posted 10 years ago by Tippster    [ Reply ]
What language is this?
Posted 10 years ago by LaurieinTucson    [ Reply ]
 docuplate wrote:

Others before me have highlighted this but I just want to put it back on top of the comments.  Her website is terrific!  Beautiful music, images, portraits.  Looks like you can listen to the whole album (Zebu Nation) -- songs written to honor of her native land Madagascar and to raise awareness of the urgent problem of climate change there.  Thanks, RP, for taking me on yet another musical adventure.

 
Autoplaying music, cardinal sin of any artists webpage.
Posted 10 years ago by ench    [ Reply ]
Omama'd out.
Posted 10 years ago by NeuroGeek    [ Reply ]
 sirdroseph wrote:

Mmmmmmmmmm, I would love to replace the chick in the middle and be the middle of a lovely sandwich!!{#Hearteyes}


 

you take the bread, i'll take the filling......{#Fire}
Posted 10 years ago by oldfart48    [ Reply ]
 Boy_Wonder wrote:
Great song, and a great message from her really rather good website.. https://www.raziasaid.com/standard/
 

 
Agreed, and the whole album is first rate.
 
Posted 10 years ago by meloman    [ Reply ]
Very pretty (sound, woman, lyrics)
Posted 10 years ago by casey1024    [ Reply ]
 Boy_Wonder wrote:
Great song, and a great message from her really rather good website.. https://www.raziasaid.com/standard/
 

 
A site plainly designed for tablets, with horizontal rather than vertical scrolling. A minor pain for us dinosaurs still using proper computers, but at least there are lots of songs on there to play. Thanks for the pointer, Robin.
Posted 10 years ago by fredriley    [ Reply ]
 sajitjacob wrote:
Bump 7->8. Full of Pathos. No idea why; could be happy song for all I know, but hey, it's all in the beholder isn't it.
 
according to the lyric translation posted, a happy song full of longing, memories and love. Still I feel the loss of a love lost and wonder at how and want to know more. Great tune.
 
Posted 11 years ago by oldsaxon    [ Reply ]


OMAMA
Posted 11 years ago by scraig    [ Reply ]
Great song, and a great message from her really rather good website.. https://www.raziasaid.com/standard/
 
Posted 11 years ago by Boy_Wonder    [ Reply ]
Agree!  Had to investigate this song as well..  It's so beautiful...
Posted 11 years ago by woodchuk    [ Reply ]
 Krispian wrote:
I can't tell you how many times this station makes me stop what I'm doing, open the site, investigate the song, and comment on how beautiful it is.

RP, you're impacting my productivity! (But I love it.)
 
haha!!!  I call that my RP moments . They are taking over my life.
Posted 11 years ago by uxbiff    [ Reply ]
 Krispian wrote:
I can't tell you how many times this station makes me stop what I'm doing, open the site, investigate the song, and comment on how beautiful it is.

RP, you're impacting my productivity! (But I love it.)
 
Exactly!
Posted 11 years ago by meloman    [ Reply ]
she could have said opapa
Posted 11 years ago by black321    [ Reply ]
Does anyone else hear https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oKI-tD0L18A
Posted 11 years ago by Bacadiar    [ Reply ]
Ahh. now I know.. Thanks socalhol.

 sage1 wrote:
I Couldn't agree more.  This is exactly why I listen to RP,

 socalhol wrote:
The video for this song is beautiful — I have a new appreciation for this song.  Here's a translation of the lyrics (found on YouTube):

I remember when I was a little girl I looked up to you
All the things you made for me
You were my mother too
How you raised all those children
Made us feel so special I was fortunate to fall into your arms
With you to care for me
You taught me wisdom and integrity
Must be my destiny
You know life ain’t forever
But we’ll always be together O’mama...e O’mama...o
All the laughter and natural disasters
You saw it your own way
You woke up before the rooster calls
Washing those dishes each day
You were strong you had vision
Oh I miss all your loving
O’mama...e
O’mama...o

 
 


Posted 11 years ago by sajitjacob    [ Reply ]
Bump 7->8. Full of Pathos. No idea why; could be happy song for all I know, but hey, it's all in the beholder isn't it.
Posted 11 years ago by sajitjacob    [ Reply ]
I sat in a truck cafe in Namibia and listened to this......never could track it down before now. Thanks, Bill.
Posted 11 years ago by TerryS    [ Reply ]
Reminds me of Les Nubians which would be a fantastic addition to the playlist at RP.
Posted 11 years ago by chelsiaann    [ Reply ]
Sonic Ambien... some days it's a good thing, but right now I'd like to keep my eyes open. This isn't helping.
Posted 11 years ago by Forest267    [ Reply ]
Diggin' Razia.
Posted 11 years ago by jagdriver    [ Reply ]
 Krispian wrote:
I can't tell you how many times this station makes me stop what I'm doing, open the site, investigate the song, and comment on how beautiful it is.

RP, you're impacting my productivity! (But I love it.)
 
Agreed ... BG educating the music listening public one song at a time ...

Posted 12 years ago by PopKombo    [ Reply ]
Nice transition from Libertango to this.  Good job!  {#Biggrin}
Posted 12 years ago by jen3005545    [ Reply ]
Beautiful song.  Can we hear some more of her stuff?
Posted 12 years ago by woodchuk    [ Reply ]
Funny, I did the same thing, stopped what I was doing cause I needed to find out who did this version. Great job R&B. Always making us think.. What they should have taught us in school, learning is fun.
Posted 12 years ago by ski19570    [ Reply ]
 Krispian wrote:
I can't tell you how many times this station makes me stop what I'm doing, open the site, investigate the song, and comment on how beautiful it is.

RP, you're impacting my productivity! (But I love it.)
 
Yes, Yes, that was wonderful. I stopped and looked too. RP you have found me so much great music!
Posted 12 years ago by Shesdifferent    [ Reply ]
 Krispian wrote:
I can't tell you how many times this station makes me stop what I'm doing, open the site, investigate the song, and comment on how beautiful it is.

RP, you're impacting my productivity! (But I love it.)
 

Ditto! :)


Posted 12 years ago by jenovella70    [ Reply ]
I can't tell you how many times this station makes me stop what I'm doing, open the site, investigate the song, and comment on how beautiful it is.

RP, you're impacting my productivity! (But I love it.)
Posted 12 years ago by Krispian    [ Reply ]
Lovin' the accordian set. Can we get a hammer dulcimer set next?
Posted 12 years ago by Sasha2001    [ Reply ]
 a_genuine_find wrote:
mama obama JPEG
 
Weirdest joke in a while, I have to say.

Posted 12 years ago by Bleyfusz    [ Reply ]
mama obama
Posted 13 years ago by a_genuine_find    [ Reply ]
Une bien belle mélodie .Hubert
Posted 13 years ago by cousinhub    [ Reply ]
 sirdroseph wrote:
Mmmmmmmmmm, I would love to replace the chick in the middle and be the middle of a lovely sandwich!!{#Hearteyes}
  Photoshop away Brocephus, we'll wait!

Posted 13 years ago by Businessgypsy    [ Reply ]
After numerous listens I'm still mesmerized when this plays. I want to say that this type of song is usually not my cup of tea but I don't even know what my flavor is after this.
Posted 13 years ago by run4more    [ Reply ]
Beautiful song, beautiful voice, beautiful woman, and moving lyrics. 8 from the bewitched Nottingham jury {#Hearteyes}
Posted 13 years ago by fredriley    [ Reply ]
^Nice song and Thanks for the lyrics, are so beautiful.Which language is this ? Madagascaerian ?
Posted 13 years ago by Beclipsed    [ Reply ]
I Couldn't agree more.  This is exactly why I listen to RP,

 socalhol wrote:
The video for this song is beautiful — I have a new appreciation for this song.  Here's a translation of the lyrics (found on YouTube):

I remember when I was a little girl I looked up to you
All the things you made for me
You were my mother too
How you raised all those children
Made us feel so special I was fortunate to fall into your arms
With you to care for me
You taught me wisdom and integrity
Must be my destiny
You know life ain’t forever
But we’ll always be together O’mama...e O’mama...o
All the laughter and natural disasters
You saw it your own way
You woke up before the rooster calls
Washing those dishes each day
You were strong you had vision
Oh I miss all your loving
O’mama...e
O’mama...o

 


Posted 13 years ago by sage1    [ Reply ]
63 votes for '7', 35 votes for '8', and it's a 6.5?

Something fishy here.....


Posted 13 years ago by Zep    [ Reply ]
sweet lyrics
Posted 13 years ago by lisapizza58    [ Reply ]
 calypsus_1 wrote:

Zebu dancers By jamiemzungo
https://www.flickr.com/photos/35206513@N02/

This photo was taken by Jamie Ambler.
It features singer Razia Said and her 2 dancers Hasina and Chita.


Copyright All rights reserved
 
Mmmmmmmmmm, I would love to replace the chick in the middle and be the middle of a lovely sandwich!!{#Hearteyes}

Posted 13 years ago by sirdroseph    [ Reply ]

Zebu dancers By jamiemzungo
https://www.flickr.com/photos/35206513@N02/

This photo was taken by Jamie Ambler.
It features singer Razia Said and her 2 dancers Hasina and Chita.


Copyright All rights reserved


Posted 13 years ago by calypsus_1    [ Reply ]
 jadewahoo wrote:
Yum.
 
Ditto.{#Sunny}
Posted 13 years ago by Cynaera    [ Reply ]
The video for this song is beautiful — I have a new appreciation for this song.  Here's a translation of the lyrics (found on YouTube):

I remember when I was a little girl I looked up to you
All the things you made for me
You were my mother too
How you raised all those children
Made us feel so special I was fortunate to fall into your arms
With you to care for me
You taught me wisdom and integrity
Must be my destiny
You know life ain’t forever
But we’ll always be together O’mama...e O’mama...o
All the laughter and natural disasters
You saw it your own way
You woke up before the rooster calls
Washing those dishes each day
You were strong you had vision
Oh I miss all your loving
O’mama...e
O’mama...o

Posted 13 years ago by socalhol    [ Reply ]
 Baby_M wrote:
I have no idea what she's saying, but I like it.
 
Sweet and soothing.  My rating's gone up a point every time I've heard it.

Posted 13 years ago by Baby_M    [ Reply ]
Unless I read it wrong, her web site says she is 50. She is gorgeous.
Posted 13 years ago by lemmoth    [ Reply ]
Lovely stuff - must be good, listening to an accordion voluntarily.....
Posted 13 years ago by beamends    [ Reply ]
Yum.
Posted 13 years ago by jadewahoo    [ Reply ]
Nice and sweet, I like this!
Posted 13 years ago by nalle    [ Reply ]
Took be awhile to warm up to her, but her voice is so sweet. 
Posted 13 years ago by yodasan_magoo    [ Reply ]
this is why I LOVE RP, the exposure to music and artists that I've never heard of before......
Posted 13 years ago by photolew    [ Reply ]
Razia Said, bringing accordion to world music!  This song has a very nice feel. 
Posted 14 years ago by Inamorato    [ Reply ]
 CamLwalk wrote:
Pretty & sweet.  What language is that?
 
Malagasy I'd reckon.

Posted 14 years ago by ziggytrix    [ Reply ]
Sasha2001 wrote:
I'm willing to give Razia her props - but Bill, this setlist is KILLING me. When is naptime going to be over?
 
try opening your mind already...{#Beat}
Posted 14 years ago by jkhandy    [ Reply ]
I'm willing to give Razia her props - but Bill, this setlist is KILLING me. When is naptime going to be over?\
Posted 14 years ago by Sasha2001    [ Reply ]
Wow - check out her website!!!!
Posted 14 years ago by Randomax    [ Reply ]
Beautiful! I believe she is from Madagascar.
Posted 14 years ago by hippiechick    [ Reply ]
Pretty & sweet.  What language is that?
Posted 14 years ago by CamLwalk    [ Reply ]
GREEAT:-))!!{#Angel}
Posted 14 years ago by Amsterdam    [ Reply ]

Niiiiiiiice!!{#Meditate}


Posted 14 years ago by sirdroseph    [ Reply ]
I have no idea what she's saying, but I like it.
Posted 14 years ago by Baby_M    [ Reply ]
...pretty...
Posted 14 years ago by mandolin    [ Reply ]