Mandinka
Sinéad O'Connor
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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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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.
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Song InspirationThe 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.
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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.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Mandinka" is characterized by its striking black-and-white style and O'Connor's vivid performances.
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Live PerformancesSinéad 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.
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Song CompositionThe song "Mandinka" is an example of O'Connor's early music which merges rock, pop, and world music influences.
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Covered by Other ArtistsOver the years, "Mandinka" has been covered by several other musical artists, demonstrating its enduring popularity.
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Acclaim and RecognitionIn addition to its commercial success, "Mandinka" has been critically acclaimed for its powerful vocals and unique blend of musical styles.
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Cultural ImpactO'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.
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Fan FavoriteEven after three decades since its release, "Mandinka" remains one of Sinéad O'Connor's most popular songs among fans.
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Inclusion in MediaThe song "Mandinka" has been used in various television shows and films, including the movie "High Fidelity."
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