Mandinka

Sinéad O'Connor

About Mandinka

"Mandinka" is a song by Sinéad O'Connor from her 1987 album The Lion and the Cobra. O'Connor drew inspiration from diverse sources, including her Irish heritage, Leonard Cohen, punk rock, and hip-hop.


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2008
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I'm dancing the seven veils
Want you to pick up my scarf
See how the black moon fades
Soon I can give you my heart

I don't know no shame
I feel no pain
I can't see the flame
But I do know Man-din-ka
I do know Man-din-ka
I do know Man-din-ka
I do

They're throwing it all this way
Dragging it back to the start
And they say, "See how the glass is raised?"
I have refused to take part
I told them "drink something new"
Please let me pull something through

I don't know no shame
I feel no pain
I can't
I don't know no shame
I feel no pain
I can't see the flame

But I do know Man-din-ka
I do know Man-din-ka
I do know Man-din-ka
I do
I do
I do
I say I do
Soon I can give you my heart
I swear I do
Soon I can give you my heart

I do
Mandinka
Soon I can give you my heart
Soon I can give you my heart

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Sinéad O'Connor

Sinéad Marie Bernadette O'Connor ( /ʃɪˈneɪd oʊˈkɒnər/; born 8 December 1966) is an Irish singer-songwriter who rose to fame in the late 1980s with her debut album The Lion and the Cobra. O'Connor achieved worldwide success in 1990 with a cover of Prince's song "Nothing Compares 2 U". more »

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Written by: Sinead O'connor

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11 facts about this song

Release Details
"Mandinka" is a song by Irish singer Sinéad O'Connor from her debut studio album named "The Lion and the Cobra," which was released in the year 1987.
Song Inspiration
The song "Mandinka" was inspired by Sinéad O'Connor's fascination with various forms of African music, specifically rhythms and chants from the Mandinka tribe in West Africa.
Chart Performance
"Mandinka" was a commercial success. It reached No. 1 on the Irish Singles Chart and also made it into the top 20 on the UK Singles Chart.
Music Video
The music video for "Mandinka" is characterized by its striking black-and-white style and O'Connor's vivid performances.
Live Performances
Sinéad O'Connor performed "Mandinka" on American television for the first time on the late-night show 'Late Night with David Letterman' in 1988, which greatly increased her exposure in the United States.
Song Composition
The song "Mandinka" is an example of O'Connor's early music which merges rock, pop, and world music influences.
Covered by Other Artists
Over the years, "Mandinka" has been covered by several other musical artists, demonstrating its enduring popularity.
Acclaim and Recognition
In addition to its commercial success, "Mandinka" has been critically acclaimed for its powerful vocals and unique blend of musical styles.
Cultural Impact
O'Connor's performance of "Mandinka," especially her shaved head and bold style, challenged traditional gender expectations in the music industry and had a significant cultural impact.
Fan Favorite
Even after three decades since its release, "Mandinka" remains one of Sinéad O'Connor's most popular songs among fans.
Inclusion in Media
The song "Mandinka" has been used in various television shows and films, including the movie "High Fidelity."

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