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MFM’s Olukoya reminisces on Fela’s iconic song ‘Zombie’

General Overseer of Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM), Prof Daniel Olukoya, has shared a thought-provoking analysis of Fela Anikulapo Kuti’s timeless song ‘Zombie’.

In a sermon titled “Zombies in the Garden of Life” which he posted on his Facebook page on Thursday, Olukoya shed light on the song’s meaning and its implications.

He began by introducing Fela as a legendary musician who accurately described the concept of zombies through his song.

Olukoya then delved into the lyrics, highlighting how they portray zombies as mindless beings who only act on instructions.

“Many years ago, there was a popular musician in this country called Fela Anikulapo Kuti. I’m sure many of you would still remember him. He did a song called ‘Zombie’. That song describes correctly who the Zombies are. It’s an apt description of what we mean by Zombie,” he said during the sermon.

The song’s lyrics paint a vivid picture of zombies as individuals who lack autonomy, creativity, and free will. They are controlled by external forces, unable to think or act independently.

Olukoya’s reflection on ‘Zombie’ serves as a reminder of the dangers of blindly following authority and the importance of critical thinking and individuality.

Fela’s iconic song remains a powerful commentary on societal issues, encouraging listeners to question the status quo and strive for autonomy.

The lyrics of the song below;

Zombie o, zombie (Zombie o, zombie)
Zombie o, zombie (Zombie o, zombie)
Zombie no go go, unless you tell am to go (Zombie)
Zombie no go stop, unless you tell am to stop (Zombie)
Zombie no go turn, unless you tell am to turn (Zombie)
Zombie no go think, unless you tell am to think (Zombie)
Tell am to go straight
A joro, jara, joro
No break, no job, no sense
A joro, jara, joro
Tell am to go kill
A joro, jara, joro
No break, no job, no sense
A joro, jara, joro
Tell am to go quench
A joro, jara, joro
No break, no job, no sense
A joro, jara, joro
Go and kill! (Joro, jaro, joro)
Go and die! (Joro, jaro, joro)
Go and quench! (Joro, jaro, joro)
Put am for reverse! (Joro, jaro, joro)
Joro, jara, joro, zombie wey na one way
Joro, jara, joro, zombie wey na one way
Joro, jara, joro, zombie wey na one way
Joro, jara, joro
Attention! (Zombie)
Quick march!
Slow march! (Zombie)
Left turn!
Right turn! (Zombie)
About turn!
Double up! (Zombie)
Salute!
Open your hat! (Zombie)
Stand at ease!
Fall in! (Zombie)
Fall out!
Fall down! (Zombie)
Get ready!
Halt!
Order!
Dismiss!