Wo, Wo, Wo, Petit
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Wo, Wo, Wo, Petit Lyrics. An original lullaby inspired by Cameroonian cradle-song tradition, often ending with a soft, repeated 'wo, wo, wo' hummed until the child sleeps. Here you will find the lyrics, English translation, meaning, and chords.
Lyrics & chords
An original arrangement, with guitar & piano chords above each line.
Verse
What the words mean
Chords — guitar & piano
What “Wo, Wo, Wo, Petit” Means
Many Cameroonian lullabies end with a soft, repeated ‘wo, wo, wo’ hummed until the child drifts off, and often carry the idea that in the village, a child is cared for by the whole community, not just one parent. This original lullaby keeps both that gentle refrain and that warm, communal spirit, with Mount Cameroon watching over the scene.
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