Oh yeah, today is a beautiful day
From Douala to the world, we celebrate
Na ndolo! Ah ah!
The sun is shining bright on the coast today
I’m gathering my family in a special way
My children are here, dancing with pure delight
My grandchildren smiling, everything is right
I’m counting my blessings, one more year for me
Surrounded by love, as happy as can be
Oh Madeleine, my charming wife, stand by my side
Today we celebrate with so much pride
Another year of life, another year of grace
I see the joy reflecting on your lovely face
Madeleine, oh Madeleine, let the music play
It's my birthday celebration, let’s dance today!
We’re feasting on poisson braisé, the air is sweet
Moving our bodies to this Makossa beat
My children are laughing, the house is full of life
I’m grateful for my kids and my beautiful wife
From Bonanjo to the shore, the rhythm is strong
In this moment of magic, we all belong
Oh Madeleine, my charming wife, stand by my side
Today we celebrate with so much pride
Another year of life, another year of grace
I see the joy reflecting on your lovely face
Madeleine, oh Madeleine, let the music play
It's my birthday celebration, let’s dance today!
Cameroun mon pays, the spirit is high
We lift our voices up to the open sky
Sawa! Mbôa! The music flows through the soul
With my family around, I am feeling whole
(Saxophone solo breaks through, walking bass line driving the groove)
One more year added, a life well-lived and true
My heart is overflowing, especially for you
Madeleine, my love, you make every day bright
We’ll dance until the fading of the light
Na ndolo, my family, my pride and my joy
Every moment with you is a gift to enjoy
Oh Madeleine, my charming wife, stand by my side
Today we celebrate with so much pride
Another year of life, another year of grace
I see the joy reflecting on your lovely face
Madeleine, oh Madeleine, let the music play
It's my birthday celebration, let’s dance today!
Yeah, Madeleine, we celebrate you too
My lovely wife, my dream come true
Cameroun! Douala! Keep the rhythm going
One year more, the love keeps growing
Na ndolo! Ah ah!