“Bambro Koyo Ganda” by Bonobo (ft. Innov Gnawa)
“Bambro Koyo Ganda” is said to be rendered in the language of an obviously small ethnic group based in Morocco known as the Gnawa. Said group themselves come from the sub-Sahara, most notably it seems from West Africa. That’s because when translated, the lyrics serve as a tribute to a man belonging to another ethnic group known as the Bambara, which is primarily based in Mali. Furthermore, said tribute apparently revolves around this individual being an outstanding musician.
“Bambro Koyo Ganda” Facts
Primary Artist(s): Bonobo
Featured Artist(s): Innov Gnawa
Album/EP: “Migration”
Was “Bambro Koyo Ganda” a single release?
No. It was released as part of its album, “Migration” on January 12 of 2017.
Credits
The song was written and produced by Bonobo.
Grammy Nomination
At the 60th Annual Grammy Awards in 2018, “Bambro Koyo Ganda” got a nomination for “Best Dance Recording” award. The award eventually went to “Tonite”, performed by LCD Soundsystem. Other nominees are as follows:
- “Cola” performed by CamelPhat and Elderbrook
- “Andromeda” performed by Gorillaz
- “Line of Sight” performed by Odesza
The “Migration” Album
“Migration” is officially the 6th studio album of British musician, DJ and record producer Bonobo.
Bonobo produced the album himself. The independent London based record label, Ninja Tune was tasked with its release.
At the 60th edition of the Annual Grammy Awards, “Migration” earned a nomination for the “Best Dance/Electronic Album”. It lost this award to “3-D The Catalogue” by Kraftwerk.
“Migration” peaked at No. 5 on the UK’s OCC and became a silver-certified album there. It peaked at No. 59 on the Billboard 200. Furthermore, it was a huge commercial success in Belgium, Canada, the Netherlands and Switzerland.
