Behind Our Song:
Written by Darin Samuels and recorded and mixed by Audio House Studio for the Africa Rally 2026, We Are Rising celebrates friendship, unity, adventure, and the shared spirit that connects African people across borders. From South Africa to Tanzania, the song serves as the soundtrack to a father-and-son journey of awareness, remembrance, healing, and hope. At the heart of Africa is music.
For many Africans, music offers a way to reclaim identity, celebrate resilience, and find strength in community. It reminds us that even in the face of adversity, we can still sing, dance, connect, and rise together. The lyrics of “We Are Rising” were crafted with this spirit in mind. The song celebrates the beauty of Africa, the friendships formed along the journey, the spirit of adventure, and the belief that unity, compassion, and hope can transcend borders.
As Darin and Devon travel from South Africa to Tanzania, the song becomes more than a rally anthem, it becomes an invitation. An invitation to celebrate Africa. An invitation to honour our shared humanity. An invitation to rise together. So turn up the volume, sing along, and join us on the journey. Hakuna Matata. We Are Rising.
Lyrics:
We are Rising
Written by: Darin Samuels
Mixed and Produced by: Audio House Studio
Chorus:
Hello, Hello Tanzania
We are rising
Under moonlight
Friendships entangle peace
We are with you – Hakuna Matata
Chorus: Repeat
From the shores of Mzansi – Hakuna Matata
Salt pans of Botswana – Hakuna Matata
Across the mighty Vic Falls – Hakuna Matata
Copper belts of Zambia – Hakuna Matata
Chorus:
Hello, Hello Tanzania
We are rising
Under moonlight
Friendships entangle peace
We are with you – Hakuna Matata
African drums and stories
Oceans breeze and braided hair
Hear us people say
Unity is strong and clear
Rising sun in Malawi – Hakuna Matata
To plains of Serengeti – Hakuna Matata
African voices sing – Hakuna Matata
Love will lead the way – Hakuna Matata
Children having fun – Hakuna Matata
Heart beats tell a story of peace and unity.
Chorus:
Hello, Hello Tanzania
We are rising
Under moonlight
Friendships entangle peace
We are with you – Hakuna Matata
– Hakuna Matata
– Hakuna Matata
– Hakuna Matata
…………….Jambo