The new song “Ndulingi (Ukikunywa Na Ujinga)” by Kenyan music group Rolling Tunes acts as a musical guide through a rhythmic landscape, gently cautioning beer drinkers with its fun beats and lyrical charm. It’s a delightful melody that dances between cautionary notes and lively tunes. The opening session and part 2 of the song feature a unique style of “vocalizing with regional flair,” creating a harmonious blend that echoes the importance of mindful alcohol consumption.
Ndulingi Lyrics:
Opening Session: Water is a drink, Milk is a drink, Soda is a drink, Tea is a drink, Juice is a drink; But Beer-is a “drink-ing-ing-ing-ing-ing…….”
Part 1 You take your beer-Carefully, you get home-Safely. You take your beer- “Anyhowly” it treats you-Abnormally. You take your beer-Happily, you get home-Smiling, you take your beer- “Anyhowly” it treats you-Abnormally*2
Part 2 Person, I help you with one more drink-You cannot die for lack of beer. Don’t sell your land to buy beer. Let’s drink responsibly. Buying an elephant won’t give you beer; but poor beer habits will destroy you.
I turn and see my brother. Add something to my bill. Let’s drink responsibly and if intoxicated… Hold my hand; let’s walk home. I turn and see my sister. Add something to my bill. Let’s drink responsibly and let’s go home. Don’t stop drinking for fear of inhuman harassment.
You take your beer-Carefully, you get home-Safely. You take your beer- “Anyhowly” it treats you-Abnormally. You take your beer-Happily, you get home-Smiling, you take your beer- “Anyhowly” it treats you-Abnormally*2
Part 3 If you drink foolishly, you’ll be in trouble-You’ll be in trouble (My friend) you’ll be in trouble (Oh dear) if you drink foolishly, you’ll be in trouble; you’ll be in trouble and leave us drinking*2 If you get too drunk, you’ll cause chaos-You’ll cause chaos (My friend) you’ll cause chaos (Oh dear) if you get too drunk, you’ll cause chaos; you’ll cause chaos and leave us drinking 2 If you spend recklessly, the money will end-It will end (My friend) it will end (Oh dear) if you spend recklessly, it will end; it will end and leave us spending2
(Chorus repeats)
The Song’s Message
The song emphasizes the importance of drinking alcohol in moderation and responsibly. It warns against the dangers of excessive drinking, such as violence, accidents, and health problems. The song encourages drinkers to be mindful and to consider their own safety and the safety of others.
The Song’s Creativity
“Ndulingi (Ukikunywa Na Ujinga)” is a unique song that blends traditional African rhythms with modern sounds. The use of Swahili and English lyrics makes the song accessible to a diverse audience. The song offers Kenyan music fans a fresh new track to enjoy while promoting a message of responsibility
