Toto - Africa

Toto - Africa
Toto: 40 Tours Around the Sun
"Für mich sind Toto die besten Musiker auf dem Planeten", sagt Gitarrist Eddie Van Halen. 1978 erscheint ihr Debütalbum. 2018 feiern sie 40 Jahre mit einem Best-of-Album und einer Welttournee.
"For me, Toto are the best musicians on the planet," says guitarist Eddie Van Halen. Her debut album was released in 1978. In 2018, they celebrate 40 years with a best-of album and a world tour.
Toto's concert was on March 17th 2018 at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam.
Band members:
Steve Lukather: Vocals, guitar
David Paich: Vocals, Keyboards
Steve Porcaro: Keyboards
Joe Williams: Vocals
Shannon Forrest: Drums
Lenny Castro: Percussion
Shem von Schroeck: Bass
Warren Ham: Saxophon, Choir
Lyrics:
I hear the drums echoing tonight
But she hears only whispers of some quiet conversation
She's coming in, 12: 30 flight
The moonlit wings reflect the stars that guide me towards salvation
I stopped an old man along the way
Hoping to find some long forgotten words or ancient melodies
He turned to me as if to say, "Hurry boy, it's waiting there for you"

It's gonna take a lot to take me away from you
There's nothing that a hundred men or more could ever do
I bless the rains down in Africa
Gonna take some time to do the things we never had

The wild dogs cry out in the night
As they grow restless, longing for some solitary company
I know that I must do what's right
As sure as Kilimanjaro rises like Olympus above the Serengeti
I seek to cure what's deep inside, frightened of this thing that I've become

It's gonna take a lot to drag me away from you
There's nothing that a hundred men or more could ever do
I bless the rains down in Africa
Gonna take some time to do the things we never had

Hurry boy, she's waiting there for you

It's gonna take a lot to drag me away from you
There's nothing that a hundred men or more could ever do
I bless the rains down in Africa
I bless the rains down in Africa
(I bless the rain)
I bless the rains down in Africa
(I bless the rain)
I bless the rains down in Africa
I bless the rains down in Africa
(Ah, gonna take the time)
Gonna take some time to do the things we never had

[mikelawrence]

This song is a masterpiece and will forever be in my mind😍😍😍I need a girlfriend who loves listening to this type of Songs🤣😆😆.. Best song ever made..

[mattdrummond]

Without a doubt, one of the greatest chorus' of all time.

[allzion]

You can't fake the joy. Look at the crowd. This is the furthest point people can travel to escape from the inward troubles of life. They have been liberated, even for a short time, they celebrated freedom. Such a beautiful sight. Age, culture, religion, race, beliefs and differences were on pause. Loved watching this.

[gwtd]

Toto's live performance of "Africa" is nothing short of a musical masterpiece. It's a journey back in time, a celebration of exceptional musicianship, and a reminder of the timeless appeal of this classic song. Whether you're a die-hard Toto fan or simply someone who appreciates great music, this performance is a must-watch.

[robertlong]

I truly envy those people, The opportunity to sing Africa with Toto. To sing with those who composed it one of the happiest songs mankind ever created. And we need it now more than ever.

[erivers]

Wow. I didn't know Toto was that good live, Holy cow that was one of the best live songs of all time! That was pure magic.

[rubyguevara]

As a combat veteran, I have to say that this song contains one of that greatest lyrics of all time. "I seek to cure what's deep inside, frightened of this thing that I've become." Some of the things I did, in the service of my country, haunt me to this day. Hopefully, God will forgive me. I haven't been able to forgive myself.

[coffeeguy]

Lenny Castro, love him, what a legend !! And the guy doing the sax solo, just goose bump inducing incredibleness !!!

[TomasGO]

The greatest percusionist-solo I´ve ever heard: Lenny Castro - a monster!!

[mayorafukucho]

This performance made me tear up a little. RIP Jeff and Mike! You are greatly missed.

[Makai]

Toto is a criminally underrated rock n roll band.

[robsaberrations]

Look at David Paich's face as he's singing; he's clearly happy to be entertaining people with this classic song.

[louisep]

Dave Paich's father encouraged him to become a songwriter as a little kid - we have a lot to thank him for I think what a classic🌹♥️

[dimitrisprwt]

See how everybody smile and sing together. All of them are really happy. We need that nowadays

[Dom]

Can we just appreciate how amazing they sound live? Not only the band but their voices. That’s amazing

[djdonsford]

When I Was 7 & Heard This Song In 1978 It Was Life Changing. Real Blessing. Africa.

[johnpatrick]

At 75, this is the music that charges my soul. So many gone, but my music plays on.

[Hightidesgoodvibes]

Man the harmonizing. The whole band is just incredible.

[brainfreeze]

I never, ever get sick of the harmonies. Such a heart warming performance.

[xTruthxWithinx]

That vocal harmony in the chorus Jesus Christ that’s always been one of the if not the greatest harmonizations of vocals in existence. Prove me wrong.