Mariama (the Turtle Dove) – Baaba Maal – letras

Ah little pigeonThank you Mariama Diallo, Diallo DieriNimma MariamaMariama, namesake of Mariama the golden pigeonMariama SolaMariama the perfect motherMariama the ideal womanMariama a true sisterTurtle Dove, Mariama Diallo DieriMariama, a real beautyMariama’s neck is long and gracefulMariama’s countenance is beautifulMariama smile a littleAnd I will reward youLook! you are the moon among the starsLook! you are a light in the darknessMy turtle doveYou stand out from the other womenLike a white crested heron among birdsAh my turtle doveThank you, Diallo DieriShe doesn’t teaseShe bears no ill willNor even hints at itDiallo the PeulYes Mariama Diallo Dieri NimmaDark as ebonyDaughter of GodDiallo DieriMariama looks after her family so wellMariama cares for all her husband’s needsOh MariamaIt’s time now to see to your neighborsFor you are well known for thatDiallo DieriMariama the perfect motherMariama the ideal woman