Democratic Republic of the Congo

[Intro] Oh, in the heart of Africa, a land so vast and wide, Where the Congo River flows, a nation's pride. [Verse 1] From Kinshasa's bustling streets to the mountains high, The Democratic Republic of the Congo reaches to the sky. Lush jungles teeming with life, where the wildlife roams free, A treasure trove of nature, for all the world to see. [Pre-Chorus] With over 200 languages, voices weave a tapestry, Lingala, French, and Swahili in harmony. [Chorus] Congo, Congo, where the rivers run so deep, Land of hope and history, where dreams and legends meet. Congo, Congo, hear the drum's beat strong and true, In the heart of Africa, we sing a song for you. [Verse 2] Once the heart of Kongo Kingdom, tales of empires bold, Rich in copper and diamonds, stories untold. From Leopold's dark shadow, a journey toward the light, Independence they claimed, a new future to write. [Chorus] Congo, Congo, where the rivers run so deep, Land of hope and history, where dreams and legends meet. Congo, Congo, hear the drum's beat strong and true, In the heart of Africa, we sing a song for you. [Bridge] The dance of the Rumba, rhythms that fill the night, Music of the soul, taking flight. With every step, we remember, with every beat, we move, A culture that endures, a spirit that proves. [Final Chorus] Congo, Congo, where the rivers run so deep, Land of hope and history, where dreams and legends meet. Congo, Congo, hear the drum's beat strong and true, In the heart of Africa, we sing a song for you. [Outro] Oh, in the heart of Africa, a land so vast and wide, Where the Congo River flows, a nation's pride.