‘Mimi ni Mzabibu’: The latest trending jam taking TikTok by storm
By Elizabeth NgigiA captivating dance craze has taken over the internet, fueled by the infectious beats of a Mijikenda song titled “Mimi Ni Mzabibu” by artist Zablon Ndale.
Released just five days ago, the song has quickly become a sensation, inspiring a viral dance challenge on TikTok and various social media platforms.
The catchy tune, which translates to “I am the vine, the father is the farmer,” has sparked a wave of creativity as Kenyans participate in the Mzabibu dance challenge.
The challenge involves showcasing one’s dance moves, particularly shaking hips to the rhythm of the song, resulting in a myriad of funny and imaginative interpretations.
Not only has the song inspired dance moves, but it has also given rise to a collection of memes that playfully poke fun at its quirky lyrics.
The Mimi Ni Mzabibu dance challenge has swiftly become one of the most entertaining trends on social media, drawing thousands of TikTok users to share their unique dance renditions.
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Here are a part of the lyrics: (Mimi ni mzabibuu, baba ni mkurimaa, nanwi mmatai shalaani matunda kisha gakule visho ndo vindempendeza Mulungu wakwenu.. ..Tai risoshala rindakatwaa, tai risoshala rindakatwaa ridzufwe mohonii, shalani matunda kisha gakule visho ndo vindempendeza Mulungu wakwenu…)
In Swahili.. Mimi ni mzabibu na baba ni mkulima na nyinyi ni matawi, so zaeni matunda kisha yakue na hiyo ndo itakayompendeza Mungu wenu Na tawi lisilozaa litakatwa lirushwe motoni so zaeni matunda kisha yakue na hiyo ndo itakayompendeza Mungu wenu.)
English: (“I am the vine, and the father is the farmer, and you are the branches. Therefore, bear fruit, and it will grow, and that is what will please your God. And a branch that does not bear fruit will be cut off and thrown into the fire, so bear fruit, and it will grow, and that is what will please your God.”)
On his YouTube channel, Ndale shares that ‘Mimi ni Mzabibu’ is a song inspired by the Lord, expressing his belief that it will bless the hearts of listeners as they honor Christ.
Social media users have flooded the comment sections with expressions of gratitude and admiration for the uplifting song:
@EdgarWanje: God bless you for blessing us with such a great song
@eneahmwashighadi1346: More blessings man of God. May you be lifted higher and higher. We need more of this. Congrats
@user-pc9dy5wi8r: Wonderful song with a great message.
@paulinewanjiku2386: This song made me look like a psycho for 3 consecutive days because I was listening to it on repeat mode for more than 5 hours after and before work, on a home theater. I was sleeping at 3 am hopping from one challenge to the other.