This document contains the lyrics to the song "Africa" by Toto. The song describes hearing drums echoing at night and meeting an old man who provides forgotten words of ancient melodies. It expresses a blessing of the rains in Africa and the desire to cure deep internal fears, though it will take time to overcome things never previously experienced. The lyrics celebrate Africa and curing deep personal troubles through experiencing the land and people.
This document contains the lyrics to the song "Africa" by Toto. The song describes hearing drums echoing at night and meeting an old man who provides forgotten words of ancient melodies. It expresses a blessing of the rains in Africa and the desire to cure deep internal fears, though it will take time to overcome things never previously experienced. The lyrics celebrate Africa and curing deep personal troubles through experiencing the land and people.
This document contains the lyrics to the song "Africa" by Toto. The song describes hearing drums echoing at night and meeting an old man who provides forgotten words of ancient melodies. It expresses a blessing of the rains in Africa and the desire to cure deep internal fears, though it will take time to overcome things never previously experienced. The lyrics celebrate Africa and curing deep personal troubles through experiencing the land and people.
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