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TESTAMENT YA BOWULE-SIMARO MASSIYA LUTUMBA & MALAGE DE LUGENDO AVEC TP OK JAZZ

The primary theme of "Testament ya Bowule" (1986) is the helplessness of man against death and the futility of material wealth when faced with mortality. Composed by Simaro Lutumba and performed by T.P. O.K. Jazz (lead vocals by Malage de Lugendo), the song is a poignant eulogy for Joséphine Bowule Bopenge, a prominent Kinshasa businesswoman and close friend of Simaro. Key thematic elements include: The Powerlessness of Wealth: A recurring lyric emphasizes that "if it were only for money, Bowule wouldn't have died," highlighting that even the finest medical care in Europe (Brussels, Paris, Rome) cannot "bribe" death. The Mystery of the Afterlife: Simaro expresses a deep philosophical curiosity and spiritual turmoil, asking God where people go after they die and if they ever meet again. Betrayal and Loneliness: The lyrics, written from the perspective of Bowule's grieving sister (Mati), describe the pain of being "lied to" by the deceased, who promised she would get well just moments before passing away. Social Realism: The song grounds its grief in real-world details, mentioning specific places like the Matonge district in Kinshasa and Bowule's role in AFECOZA (Association of Businesswomen of Zaire). The Fragility of Life: Using metaphors like the "lightning sound" of news of her death, Simaro explores the sudden "ripple effect" of loss on family and friends. The song remains a staple at Congolese funerals due to its profound reflection on the universal experience of mourning.