“Ndaya” is a renowned rumba song performed by Faya Tess, a prominent figure in the Congolese music scene. The track is featured on her album “Au Temps Des Classiques, Vol. 10 – 11,” released in 2021.

The song narrates the enduring love and commitment between a woman and her husband, emphasizing their resilience against societal pressures and gossip. The lyrics highlight the couple’s determination to uphold their bond, undeterred by external judgments:

“Libala ya ngai na mobali na ngai mama ah eh
Na pika dalapo loboko na piko oh oh
Ba tongaka ngai maman ba tikala na soni oh oh
Ba kana ngai maman ba tikala likombe oh”

This passage reflects the couple’s unity and the challenges they face from societal scrutiny.

Faya Tess’s rendition of “Ndaya” pays homage to the classic Congolese rumba style, characterized by melodic guitar lines and rhythmic percussion. Her emotive vocals and authentic interpretation have cemented the song’s status as a timeless piece in African music.