Republic of the Congo

[Intro] Oh, in the heart of Africa, by the great Congo River flow, The Republic of the Congo, where rich traditions grow. [Verse 1] In the heart of Central Africa, land of forest and stream, Brazzaville on the riverbank, where stories weave and dream. From the savannas to the waterways wide, Life dances to the beat of the river's tide. [Pre-Chorus] From vibrant markets, to sounds of the ngoma drum, A nation of diverse tribes, where all the voices hum. [Chorus] Oh, Congo, the land where rhythms unite, From the depths of the jungle to the city lights. Oh, Congo, with a history so grand, The heartbeat of the river sings through the land. [Verse 2] Emerging strong from colonial days, in '60 we stood free, United Bantu and Pygmy tribes, diverse in harmony. The mighty Congo River, the life, the source, the pride, Guiding its people through each rising tide. [Chorus] Oh, Congo, the land where rhythms unite, From the depths of the jungle to the city lights. Oh, Congo, with a history so grand, The heartbeat of the river sings through the land. [Bridge] French we speak, but Lingala's in our hearts, Cuisine of cassava and fish, where the feast starts. Musical roots inspire the world with our song, Rumba rhythms where every soul belongs. [Final Chorus] Oh, Congo, the land where rhythms unite, From the depths of the jungle to the city lights. Oh, Congo, with a history so grand, The heartbeat of the river sings through the land. [Outro] So come and join this journey, hear the tales we tell, In the Republic of the Congo, where the spirit swells. The heart of Africa beats strong, a melody divine, In Brazzaville and beyond, where cultures intertwine.