what is the meaning behind the song africa
Africa (Toto song) In 2015, Paich explained that the song is about a man's love of a continent, Africa, rather than just a personal romance.[8] In 2018, Paich explained the song is about a person flying in to meet a lonely missionary.[9] As a child, Paich attended a Catholic school. Several of the teachers had done missionary work in Africa, and this became the inspiration behind the line "I bless the rains down in Africa."[9]
Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) The music video for "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)" was directed by Marcus Raboy.[63] It was developed and conceptualised by Shakira along with Antonio Navas, executive creative director of international marketing agency Ogilvy & Mather. Navas explained that the concept of the video was to "take the viewer on a trip around the world, ending in Africa."[64] The dance sequences were choreographed by Hi-Hat, who had previously worked with Shakira on the video of "She Wolf" (2009).[65] The video was shot in Los Angeles and was recorded in multiple languages.[64] It was premiered on 6 June 2010[63] and became the first-ever music video by Sony Music to receive a release in 3D format.[66]