The person who said he is 47 just read my mind. Leaving 47 and remembered my childhood days. This song went with me everywhere.. No regrets just smiles. Nigeria will be great again. I loved it then.
The nostalgia is too overwhelming for me. Too many fond memories are too attached to songs of my childhood such as this. For people like us, this reminds us of how bad things have gone in this country. This was the era when rejected products from factories' bins alone, can clothe, feed and entertain you free of charge.
Indeed nostalgic and very overwhelming. Those where the days we ran out in the fields for adventures, our parents were never worried. Indeed Nigeria has changed 😢😢😢
I feel you , feel every line you write. I was just thinking of the area in Lagos where I grew up and how we sat round the big T.V and I remembered this song, so I searched it out. I'm so glad hearing this. It lifts my soul. God bless the writer and my generation
You can hear the bird sing in the morning, You can hear the water splashing down the hill kind of roaring. You can see the sun going down And the people as they go by Without a frown Here the traffic never jam Don't cost much to buy some yams And the neighbours say hello And will strife to pull you up from down be low You can even hear the sound of the cock crow at dawn. Will he ever get there? Will he ever make it? Will he ever hear the sound of the cock crow at dawn? 1, 2 3 4 5 6 buses everyday With nothing left at the end of each day And the rattle he must pay With much to think, he often has no say. Will he ever get there? Will he ever make it? Will he ever hear the sound of the cock crow at dawn? Here the traffic never jam Don't cost much to buy some yams And the neighbours say hello And will strife to pull you up from down be low You can even hear the sound of the cock crow at dawn. You can even hear the sound of the cock crow at dawn. You can even hear the sound of the cock crow at dawn.
Listening to this in those days, who would have thought that Nigeria would turn out so debased as she is now? If God doesn't judge Nigerian leaders, he has to apologise to Sodom and Gomorah
Y'all better stop this hate speech, were you in Sodom and Gomorrah? Do u know how formidable it is for men wanting to fuck angels not minding that Lot offered his 2 virgin daughters and they rejected? Make ona calm down abeg, 9ja will be great by God's grace.
Thank you bongos ikwe, if we never heard your song we did think our present artist were geniuses, now we know they are garbage. This is the work of true legends.
Whaooooh!!!!. I am 47 years old now and I still remember this song like it was yesterday. I hope this man has been given a national award because most musicians that got them bought them.
I will never forget this song. heard it first in 1980 and sang it everyday while looking through the windows of my classroom. Thanks for this wonderful song Bongo Ikwue
One song i loved so much in my childhood and still love it Sounds fresh anytime i come by it. I saw the video today on NTA and came to UA-cam to search for The sound of it just brings so many beautiful memories of my childhood days
Echoes of my childhood. Lived on the dusty street between St Ann Oturkpo and Lawyer Omakwu's residence. Bongos always visited in his GROOVY TRAIN bus and gifted us kids =N=1.00 (one Naira) and we would have a feast -- over a dozen of us !!! The memory still make my eyes teary and weak.
Wisdom is indeed not choosing what is trending, legendary people such as this man should be honored now that we still have him around, so much wisdom in his words
I so much love this song. It reminds me of the good old days. It also reminds me of the classic soap opera: Cock Crow at Dawn. Thanks Bongos Ikwue. You are truly a legend.
@@babafemiadenuga192 I wonder o my brother I miss those days Now brother can’t trust brother Son can’t trust father Every one is a suspect until proven innocent The leaders have succeeded in wrecking our once blessed land
Wow! so good to hear this sound after so many years, all the suspense of watching Bitrus and Uncle Gaga on Cock crow at dawn are flooding back!.. I think I prefer the original version though but still its 5 Stars for the lovely memories that it evokes... will definitely buy original version from iTunes if available.
The person who said he is 47 just read my mind.
Leaving 47 and remembered my childhood days. This song went with me everywhere..
No regrets just smiles.
Nigeria will be great again. I loved it then.
The nostalgia is too overwhelming for me. Too many fond memories are too attached to songs of my childhood such as this. For people like us, this reminds us of how bad things have gone in this country. This was the era when rejected products from factories' bins alone, can clothe, feed and entertain you free of charge.
Indeed nostalgic and very overwhelming.
Those where the days we ran out in the fields for adventures, our parents were never worried.
Indeed Nigeria has changed 😢😢😢
I hear you ❤
Unfortunately, the good old days can't be brought back😢😢😢
I feel you , feel every line you write.
I was just thinking of the area in Lagos where I grew up and how we sat round the big T.V and I remembered this song, so I searched it out.
I'm so glad hearing this. It lifts my soul. God bless the writer and my generation
country sweet those days oh! Beautiful old days when I grew up with a lot of aunties and uncles!
And lots of love 💕 everywhere
It makes me cry because it reminds me of my beloved mother. May her soul rest in peace. Amen
That was when Nigeria was indeed a place to live and be proud of. It brings memories of my childhood in the 80s.
You can hear the bird sing in the morning,
You can hear the water splashing down the hill kind of roaring.
You can see the sun going down
And the people as they go by
Without a frown
Here the traffic never jam
Don't cost much to buy some yams
And the neighbours say hello
And will strife to pull you up from down be low
You can even hear the sound of the cock crow at dawn.
Will he ever get there?
Will he ever make it?
Will he ever hear the sound of the cock crow at dawn?
1, 2 3 4 5 6 buses everyday
With nothing left at the end of each day
And the rattle he must pay
With much to think, he often has no say.
Will he ever get there?
Will he ever make it?
Will he ever hear the sound of the cock crow at dawn?
Here the traffic never jam
Don't cost much to buy some yams
And the neighbours say hello
And will strife to pull you up from down be low
You can even hear the sound of the cock crow at dawn.
You can even hear the sound of the cock crow at dawn.
You can even hear the sound of the cock crow at dawn.
Thank you.
Good job! A small correction, though: ‘…with nothing left at the end of each pay/ The rental he must pay/ The much to pay, he often has no say.’
@@oma7698 good catch! I'd love if you can check out my version and see if you can catch a slight wording change :)
This song deserve a Grammy award
Listening to this in those days, who would have thought that Nigeria would turn out so debased as she is now? If God doesn't judge Nigerian leaders, he has to apologise to Sodom and Gomorah
Boy! And to think this comment was made 8 years ago.
9 yrs ago now
Y'all better stop this hate speech, were you in Sodom and Gomorrah? Do u know how formidable it is for men wanting to fuck angels not minding that Lot offered his 2 virgin daughters and they rejected? Make ona calm down abeg, 9ja will be great by God's grace.
@@rxobi9339 Correct guy. Don't mind Victor
😂 soo true
Thank you bongos ikwe, if we never heard your song we did think our present artist were geniuses, now we know they are garbage. This is the work of true legends.
Truly garbage!
Not all...
It's not garbage completely
They are geniuses. Times have changed
A bit harsh 😢
The best musician from Idomaland, Nigeria!
Whaooooh!!!!. I am 47 years old now and I still remember this song like it was yesterday. I hope this man has been given a national award because most musicians that got them bought them.
Same here...I'm 47 too
This is our own flavor of folk music done in English language 😊 watching in 2023
This era was the best of the best of the good old days❤❤❤
Ever Green 💚 Song.
I will never forget this song. heard it first in 1980 and sang it everyday while looking through the windows of my classroom. Thanks for this wonderful song Bongo Ikwue
Took me back to those days wen I run around wit dirty nails,looking so thin and ugly wondering if I will ever be called beautiful.I love this song.
Ruth Aru Adeosun ....u are beautiful the way u are..ok
You have always been beautiful, from within.
That is inspiring. Thanks for sharing.
You're beautiful, Ruth.
😂
When we had music in Nigeria...
Yes o! My uncle still has Mr Bongos' records
Like my Igbo people will say " Bongo Sikwe" what a consummate professional, what a legend!!.. Nigerian music regressed badly..
this guy is a legend
One song i loved so much in my childhood and still love it
Sounds fresh anytime i come by it.
I saw the video today on NTA and came to UA-cam to search for
The sound of it just brings so many beautiful memories of my childhood days
Brought a tear to my eye😢 awesome days long gone now, miss those days 😞
Same here.
Nolstagia indeed
Same here too.
Memories Memories Memories...life is too short! Thank you for giving us these great sounds that we grew up singing.
No doubt, it brings back fond and golden memories of the 80's with Bitrus, Zamaye, etc. Seems like yesterday. How time flies!
Instantly takes me back. Hearing this song with my adult ears gives me brand new appreciation for how good this song was, and still is.
I love this; how fast things had degenerated in a once potential -full nation May God have mercy.
This song(s) reminds me of my childhood.The best years of my life,and of Nigeria,gone by.
Bongos Ikwe is a national icon and should be celebrated as such.
Echoes of my childhood. Lived on the dusty street between St Ann Oturkpo and Lawyer Omakwu's residence. Bongos always visited in his GROOVY TRAIN bus and gifted us kids =N=1.00 (one Naira) and we would have a feast -- over a dozen of us !!!
The memory still make my eyes teary and weak.
That 2baba hasn't done a song with this legend (while he is still alive) still beats my imagination
Their musical styles are a sharp contrast. The hippy-hoppy style vs the sentimental "Don Williams" style. They might be able to find a common ground.
and come to think they are both from the same state. I thought of it today too. He should.
@@Markks100 2face is a legend and has a way of blending with any genre of music. If he wants to he will and you will be amazed at the outcome
Your prayers had being answered, Tface just did today.
@@ubongrex7622 Your wish fulfilled 🔥
Raw Talent. After all these years the sound of Bongos Ikwue's voice remains as strong and fresh as ever. What an incredibly talented artist!
Absolutely, brilliant rendition, something devoid in today's artists. For those who saw those times, how can we forget the tranquility of mother Earth
Wisdom is indeed not choosing what is trending, legendary people such as this man should be honored now that we still have him around, so much wisdom in his words
It brings me memories of special moments with my late mother. We watched this show a lot and I was 5yrs old back then
Rest In Peace Sadiq Daba aka Bitrus!
Blessed era. Miss my youth and late parents!
God continue to bless and keep you sir, the legendary Bongos Ikwe. May your years be sweetly long sir. I grew up loving your songs.
OMG!!! Please post the movie. I remember watching this with both my parents. Sweetest memory!
It's a series
You can say that again Sweetest memory indeed,please does anyone know the title of the movie in the background of the song?
Haha. OMG! This takes me back to my childhood. A fantastic song and a great series. I wish I could watch it again. Bongos Ikwue can sing o!!
This takes me back to when I was a child even then I loved this song CLASSIC
My primary school time is unforgettable
nostalgic. grew up watching this show. two decades later...still remember it
Been looking for this song, reminiscenze of growing up with NTA Enugu in the 80's
How time flies... Listening to this i just get nostalgic feelings💔
The voice of Idoma people. You have made us proud. I ever remember your music.
Atole Paul Anya
Ai'nya Adole
I so much love this song. It reminds me of the good old days. It also reminds me of the classic soap opera: Cock Crow at Dawn. Thanks Bongos Ikwue. You are truly a legend.
OMG this is what I listened to growing up. Aside this, there's no other. What a nostalgic 😢
He is way ahead of his time, he should get an award for one on Nigeri's finest song writer
I was so little back then, yet the song echoes in my ears. God bless you.
When we had proper musicians and songwriters in Nigeria. Listening in 2020...
Absolutely amazing.......nostalgic!!!!!!!
Brings very good feelings. Thanks for sharing.
ooooh never thought i would ever hear this song again! love it love it love it.
Bongos Ikwe, you are the pride of the Idoma people of Benue State.
I love the Idoma traditional attire of Red and Black😍
Acoustic guitar at it’s best!
What!!!! Never new a Nigeria sang this song. This sound kinda nostalgic
This is one of those songs that brings tears to one's eyes. Memories
“Don't cost much to buy some yams".
That was then o 😂
Over cost dey ground 😂😂
Even "the neighbors say hello". Humanity is lost.
@@babafemiadenuga192
I wonder o my brother
I miss those days
Now brother can’t trust brother
Son can’t trust father
Every one is a suspect until proven innocent
The leaders have succeeded in wrecking our once blessed land
You too like food joor! 😂😂
Evergreen. When music lyrics makes sense
Brings back so many memories! I love the song and I loved the show!
my mom taught me this song when i was child ❤️😭😭😭
This is lovely...Evergreen.
Wishing you all the best life can offer Sir Bongos!
wooow...this is brings back alot of memories...this is great...totally love it
Oh it hit the spot. Chai, Chai, Chai!!!
Shot of words but one thing that is sure is, Nostalgic !!!
Who else came for this song from the movie 76 or what's the title again
💯
A true classic song from a living legend.
This used to be a theme song for a tv show series. On a 13” B&W tv!
The memories of a happy childhood in Nigeria
Wao this is one of the best music I have watch so far.you are great.
Love the sound track so much
Great song. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
even from the past...if only value can be created from our invaluable talents then we would progress as other nations...#ValueAfrica
When Nigeria was good before the military battered the economy.
Black is beautiful she is realy an angel look so beautiful
This is great...nostalgic!
This song makes me feel sad for him, knowing that Babangida took his wife Ngozi (Miriam) from him. It has deeper meaning.
She is dead but he is alive in good health. Sometimes some things that happens are a blessing.
nice music
Didnt know there been a movie made out of that play. This song bring back memories. When we would watch with grown ups.
Memories never die. I love the movie then as a growing child in my father's house
Surprised just barely a 100 thousand people have listened to this
This is fantastic! Priceless......
Legend. Master of poetry and songwriting.
My father 💙💚❤
Bongos Ikwue UNSUNG!
timeless piece
This was one song I listened to while growing up on turn table
Oh what a pleasant memory this brings
Masterpiece!
Very nice! Brought to me by - you were born to sing
👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 (follower of you were born to sing)
Happy Birthday Bongos.
We love you.
What happened to good music? Respect!!!
#Legend - Truly nostalgic. #Bongos is good. Pure talent.
waooo sound from the hearth Nigeria legend
Theme tune brings back some memories, what was the name of the series?
Hearing the song for the first time
I can't forget this..I grew up with this.
Legend. Rest in peace Sadiq Daba.
Let me wake this.
An evergreen song👏👏👏👏👏👏
Wow! so good to hear this sound after so many years, all the suspense of watching Bitrus and Uncle Gaga on Cock crow at dawn are flooding back!.. I think I prefer the original version though but still its 5 Stars for the lovely memories that it evokes... will definitely buy original version from iTunes if available.
this is taking me back to those glorious oment of my childhood