Toto - Africa (2013) [HD] (CC)

This 35th Anniversary Tour - Live In Poland release captures Toto's European tour that hit 29 cities staging successful concerts in Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, France, Netherlands, Italy, Switzerland, Poland, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Finland.
Recorded on June 25, 2013 in Lodz, Poland, the offering captures the band in the midst of a standing-room-only European tour. The two-hour-plus performance features Toto's hit stocked repertoire alongside other favorites.
Credits:
Steve Lukather - Guitars, Vocals
David Paich - Keyboards, Lead Vocals
Steve Porcaro - Keyboards
Joseph Williams - Lead Vocals
Simon Phillips - Drums
Nathan East - Bass
Mabvuto Carpenter - Backing Vocals
Amy Keys - Backing Vocals
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Lyrics:
I hear the drums echoing tonight
But she hears only whispers of some quiet conversation
She's coming in twelve-thirty flight
Her moonlit wings reflect the stars that guide me towards salvation
I stopped an old man along the way
Hoping to find some old forgotten words or ancient melodies
He turned to me as if to say
"Hurry, boy, it's waiting there for you"
It's gonna take a lot to drag me away from you
There's nothing that a hundred men or more could ever do
I bless the rains down in Africa
Gonna take some time to do the things we never had
The wild dogs cry out in the night
As they grow restless longing for some solitary company
I know that I must do what's right
Sure as Kilimanjaro rises like Olympus above the Serengeti
I seek to cure what's deep inside
Frightened of this thing that I've become
It's gonna take a lot to drag me away from you
There's nothing that a hundred men or more could ever do
I bless the rains down in Africa
Gonna take some time to do the things we never had
"Hurry, boy, she's waiting there for you"
It's gonna take a lot to drag me away from you
There's nothing that a hundred men or more could ever do
I bless the rains down in Africa
I bless the rains down in Africa
I bless the rains down in Africa
I bless the rains down in Africa
I bless the rains down in Africa
Gonna take some time to do the things we never had

[@bytorthesnowdogs2112]

Simon Phillips just laying down the grove . Such an amazing drummer. ❤❤❤

[@wcreview8227]

you stole my line so DITTO!! Huge fan!! Jeff Porcaro was also a Monster RIP Also Love your screen name theyre my #1 Fave Band of them all

[@samuelheldilaof6361]

JUST GoT BACK iNTo MiKE oLDFiELD...CRiSES, WHERE HE ALSo PLAYS SoME TASTY DRUMS. CAN'T FoRGET ABoUT JUDAS PRiEST...SiN AFTER SiN EiTHER...

[@Kurt_Steiner]

What a drummer....fantastic

[@rhythmista7707]

Couldnt think of anyone better to fill Jeff's giant drumming shoes than the legendary Simon Phillips.

[@simonbackwash]

Paich pickup where nobody's left out , he is simply a genius and a such entertainer. That track is teasing you as a pianist and that's what David is so good at ✅

[@devindaniell]

I absolutely love Simon’s dragged triplet fill at 3:29. Just a world-class drummer.

[@jameslink7636]

Yes quick and smooth

[@NEntv58]

Landing Simon Philips was a miracle

[@gerardomartinez8314]

As soon as this legendary tune starts, I get goosebumps and everything changes for good

[@jgallorio]

First 5 seconds of this video are already a masterpiece.

[@Loiyaboy]

I thought the same thing! So tight, so good. My word.

[@indepthliterature]

Let me just say that David Paich sounds great on this. His voice has improved since he was young. Such a beautiful performance and we know Jeff is watching with approval from above

[@HJ-fb8rl]

Ainsi que son frère Mike. 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😮😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😮😮😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@muelesariocontra]

I could be wrong, but I hear just a little touch of autotune

[@mattpunk931]

@@muelesariocontra You're not wrong

[@jonassouza6049]

Simon Phillips the MONSTER

[@KrisVComm]

Nathan East is one of the coolest dudes and badass bassists on the planet.

[@steveford8999]

Agreed. He was KILLER playing with Clapton.

[@costabravaguy]

Nathan East on the bass guitar...what a legend / Simon Phillips on the drums - Best time keeper on the planet

[@1973833]

Simon is amazing drummer,who’s career spans throught decades….he’s still on the top of the game….love him.

[@Alexidrum]

Simon Phillips ladies and gentlemen.. Ultimate groove.

[@mr3n10]

Nathan East definitely brought the sauce to this performance... Imagine him and Mark King trading licks over this groove🤦🏽😭💯

[@Millennial_Mike]

I know people have an unfathomable love for Bobby (the original singer)... but for me Williams is by far the better singer/front man for Toto... he's actually in tune...

[@elmhurst86]

Simon Phillips on drums and Nathan East on bass!! Jeff would be on the side taking notes with a huge smile on his face if he was still around.

[@arep491]

And also tears of happiness for Toto

[@JeanPauloJp]

Jeff Porcaro is proud in heaven.

[@vincenzocarrozzo3384]

As great as Simon is, he is a legendary... I still feel Jeff is the better drummer, his technique is flawless and he was a very unique drummer. I think Simon would have been taking notes from Jeff, in my opinion.

[@Mhill9378823]

@@vincenzocarrozzo3384 I know Jeff love Simon drumming they are both great drummers

[@tysonthomson6847]

@@vincenzocarrozzo3384 I agree with you I'm a Drummer myself and Jeff is one of my Favs

[@jlb8830]

I've listened to Toto for the last 40 years and I still can't get sick of it.

[@stringstroker22]

So TRUE! It started with that RIPPING beat on Girl, Goodbye. It remains to be seen if Luke will reconstitute Toto. Steve P. doesn’t want to tour anymore and David has had health issues in the past. I’ve seen them 7 times starting with the Isolation Tour. I love live music and my favorite live band is Toto!!

[@jlb8830]

@@stringstroker22 7 times?!?!! You lucky.. so and so ! I only got to see them once in Brisbane Australia, on the Falling in Between tour, with Greg on keys and Lee Sklar on bass. Front row! A metre away from Luke. His pick went flying and fell right at my feet. It's been sitting in my wallet ever since😁

[@pablorios2832]

@@stringstroker22 ññ

[@theelitecreeper581]

I WISH there was an extended version of the song with that bass solo 🙏

[@JohnPaulsEuropa]

Simon Phillips and Nathan East...doesn't get any better than that.

[@Tonyclaret1]

Yes, there is Jeff Porcaro and Mike Porcaro, but unfortunately they are no longer with us. R.I.P.

[@albertomaieli]

Best rhythmic session ever.

[@Tonyclaret1]

@@albertomaieli Absolutely !!!

[@NoelKunz]

Dynamic duo

[@wagnergitirana]

Actually it does...the solo works of Simon are absolutely fantastic. Protocol, for example, is a great masterpiece on the jazz-fusion venue! 👍🏻

[@reginalddavis7578]

WOW! What a lineup! And I’m glad The keyboard duo David Paich and Mike Porcaro are back! Toto forever!!

[@cele5tial-3lixir75]

You mean Steve Porcaro 😊

[@reginalddavis7578]

andrew.2511 yes! Steve Porcaro. My bad!🤗 thanks!

[@johnreynolds4580]

simon phillips is unbelievable !!!!!

[@DavidG2P]

Yes I get the shivers from his drumming alone

[@trevoraird4156]

Simon Philips just adds that touch of class to an already great live band, and Nathan East on bass, absolutely amazing 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@standingupt]

No one better than TOTO! Simon Phillips also-NO ONE better!!!

[@analnykomandos111]

Phillips, East, Lukather and Polish fans are the best on the World :)

[@dldave1978]

Toto kicks ass. I could never get tired of their stuff.

[@trevorgovender7387]

BRILLIANT !!!! I am African and a Nature Conservation Scientist, Always use this track before a big Conservation Lecture. I play drums as well. My favourite music track, Wish Jeff was around as well. Legend drummer !!!!

[@wayneo1269]

This is the best I've heard Joe sing this version live and with Simon Phillips and Nathan East what more could you want.

[@worldwidebirthdaycelebrations]

What do you call a ToTo concert without Africa? A riot!!!

[@user-li6rf2ug4m]

Everyone created this song in the concert, not just the artist's song. But it's a song that everyone participates in. It's awesome.

[@MissionaryForMexico]

These guys are still just as good as I heard them in the 80's, in Houston!

[@papakenduld]

RIP Jeff Porcaro...Simon Phillips damn good sub

[@michaelwk67]

2023 and still listening to this beautiful piece😊

[@jolimalaki1479]

Joseph Williams......man you're the perfect vocalist of Toto. This is the perfect lineup. Of course Luke,David,Steve,Simon,Nathan...... what more can you ask for😍😍😍😍😍

[@sergiozdrums]

SImon's groove solid as hell!

[@bobdagnall3120]

one of the very best live renditions of AFRICA, a FABULOUS BAND. TOTO.

[@cam2ss1le14]

What an incredible band, made up of some of the finest musicians alive. You can never get sick of listening to Toto. 👍💓

[@Samantha-vlly]

Strongly agree

[@danroberts9050]

Funny you'd say that. About 2 weeks ago I thought I was sick of listening to Toto but it turns out it was just covid.

[@GreyPon3]

Two decades later, this song still hits me right in the feels.

[@bobbyj3701]

20 professional artists in any band will make freight! )

[@vspec17]

It's true.

[@archie34734]

That's probably the most energetic live version of this song I've heard. Nice!

[@L10Garcia]

What's your opinion about Yokohama 1999 performance?

[@tysonthomson6847]

@@L10Garcia 1991 was with Jeff on Drums is good to

[@tysonthomson6847]

@@L10Garcia its good

[@JeanPauloJp]

Without Jeff Porcaro and Mike Porcaro. Never!

[@antonschneider4652]

@@L10Garcia anything with bobby at his peak is great

[@davidscott129]

This was always a tasty song, but that Nathan East Special Sauce made it even better! The dude's a legend among bass players, and he deserves every bit of his rep.

[@mroutcast8515]

Man, this tour with Amy Keys is just brilliant!

[@Jonathan-iq3sg]

Kudos to the backup vocals. 👏

[@gabrieliligan1416]

David Paich and Steve Porcaro!!! They're back!!!

[@kejefelcz]

As much as I love everyone in the band, I always keep eyes only on Simon :D.

[@stephenlennartz3466]

Thought it was just me ... and I'm a guitarist/keyboardist! Porcaro is I tough act to follow ... but I'm pretty sure they have the right guy here ... yes?

[@johanneswarn5488]

Simon is legendary

[@scottmartin6594]

I may be out of my mind but I honestly think Simon is better and even more legendary than Jeff. Sorry Jeff, no disrespect but Simon is beyond incredible. The Rossana shuffle is hard enough as it is then Simon, a right handed individual goes and plays it open handed! Like WTF!? Lol

[@bb-designstudio]

live version better than CD 😀

[@westnash]

It could have easily carried on another 5 minutes and built up a more powerful ending.

[@Britboy2877]

Joseph Williams has an incredible voice, of course the whole band past and present are superb too.

[@flexi1409]

At his age now,it is rare for singers to get such a high tone.

[@Mhill9378823]

Simon is so awesome actually the whole band is great

[@franciscolopez3229]

Just one of the BEST bands ever.

[@mrstonejack23]

Wow..., Nathan East from Fourplay and Eric Clapton is truly killing it on the bass! 😄🥰

[@ikanraja]

The golden voice of Joseph!

[@toiletsinflorida4999]

Nice to hear crowd follow Nathan’s line

[@TheDrummerkat]

One of the greatest songs ever written.

[@michaelprosperity3420]

Ah! The era of the Super Bands. Always loved Toto.

[@goncaloalves2273]

at 2:42..... the vocals, OMFG this is why they're one of my favorite bands

[@zenepow]

Remembering Mike Porcaro His face while playing bass is absoluetly sharp but I know he's enjoying it Simon Phillips always play good, smooth and precise

[@jordiruiz4323]

I will never tire of saying it WHAT A GREAT BAND !!!

[@renicarvalho_Bass]

Really excellent !

[@argennisparedes4821]

I appreciate so much to be able to see real artists perform

[@Deadlegs78]

4:02 the chorister makes me die ..

[@davidjohnston9481]

This is so magnificent. Never gets old. What a band. Every single one of them is awesome. Luke’ is from another world. :-)

[@gerald.c99]

That's right! I totally agree with you.

[@maybelooking]

This lineup is just STELLAR all the way around. Back up singers AMAZING. Absolutely brilliant job all the way around on this one.

[@marcocosta76]

Best band ever. God bless Toto!

[@raidazz1]

Wow!! That was butter smooth and amazing! Toto still rocking it! And the Phillips and East touch just topped it off.. Jeff would be smiling happily

[@chriswenkle2635]

Nathan East is one of the best. Period.

[@bobbymissthe80s31]

One of the most perfect songs ever.

[@arkaddong8675]

Joseph Williams 🔥

[@kennethowens7255]

This is probably the second best song ever recorded, after a hotel California

[@richardburchell7312]

Now what's the Third I'm trying think......

[@petegrusky2715]

Hotel and the third looked for, Stairway by LEDs, start to annoy me...unlike this gem.

[@coolk8084]

This video is my favorite version of Toto's Africa!! I love it!

[@Jimmy_Cavallo]

💥✨💥 UNREAL.. that synchronicity with the crowd. That ENERGY...!! 💪🏼

[@gyulanemes6721]

This is the best version, forever !

[@805prs2]

the drummer is amazing

[@alvintelupere7439]

What a gorgeous bass solo, I love u grandpa Nathan❤️

[@jasonortiz903]

Simon Phillips, just absolute genius, been following him since I began drums!!

[@wizegamer]

Simon is awesome , but Jeff was one of my favorites, both are awesome.

[@philip97224]

2024 the best for ever

[@erlandohenriquez2949]

Simon the best drumer....

[@steveford8999]

And the musicianship is superb.

[@boudewijnlankhorst6747]

Such an amazing song

[@MiThreeSunz]

Been a huge fan and following Toto since day one in 1978! As with any band having lineup changes over the years, the original members can never be “replaced”. Nevertheless, Toto has continued to bring new and incredible talent to their stage over the decades! 👊🇨🇦

[@KeePenne]

I was hooked when Georgy Porgy kissed the girls and made them cry!

[@mariakelly90210]

​@@KeePenneI've been a OG Toto fan since I was 16 years old.

[@rodrigodelgado697]

SIMÓN PHILLIPS 👊👏👍👌🎶🎵🎶🎼🎶🎵

[@maurogrieco5454]

La batteria di simon è pura poesia

[@Yismeicha]

Simon is a fantastic drummer. I first heard of him from the Judas Priest album 'Sin After Sin'

[@tysonthomson6847]

same as me

[@maurinojunior5924]

Simon Philips. Que exímio baterista!!!

[@ElyMarero]

This really sounded perfect than the recorded version

[@Gatis_]

Such a brilliant and everlasting song. Love it ❤

[@c.bernardi01]

Nathan East: Incredible, awesome, great bassist.

[@supermangames2295]

Люди , человечество - Радуйтесь и получайте кайф от таких мастеров ! Люблю этих музыкантов и их музыку .

[@deannaholland7894]

Love❤Simon on drums

[@SpelaSkräck.javadkul]

3:32 he sings sooo good

[@Greg-hs9db]

Arctagent 2019 before Perturbator this song was played and the crowd sung it word for word with pure love, passion and sincerity - This will forever be an absolute timeless classic that no matter what walk of life you might find yourself from we can all relate and enjoy this next level banger, thank you toto - the power of music brings all together!

[@mariomattucci326]

Simon Phillips ❤❤❤❤❤The Best ❤❤❤❤❤

[@Bella20VTb]

Was für ein geiles Konzert !¡!!!!!! Schade das ich nicht dabei war 😢

[@-marino2782]

That's a perfect mix. Sound man is right on

[@davidncbrown]

Wow what a great version!

[@philippebounoua2120]

A Toulouse en 2013 !, ce concert était magique !,toto était parfait et je mon souviendrai toute ma vie ..

[@jenbraga9372]

I love the atmosphere of this song!

[@kennethowens7255]

No one ever mentions the black lady back up singer she is fantastic

[@Arthurm25]

they forget about her btw whats her name ?

[@permichaelandersen7820]

Amy Keys ❤️

[@nurrissakalisman]

Black singer always the best

[@danielpapalum6748]

That the same lady that toured with Phil Collins?

[@Leon-Servant-of-Christ]

Why does everyone always have to single out dark skinned people? Always bringing color into it! She's just the backup singer, do you say "hey that white guy on drums is pretty Good"? No? Then why do it for dark skinned people?! Stop being ethnoracist; leave color out of it. Please! May Almighty YAHWEH bless you.

[@wednesdayaddams4828]

Best casette tape i bought in the early 90s...love toto...il definitely listen to their song before i die...

[@FerF123]

You can resume this video in one word: Simon.

[@venjbass1108]

hands down!!! GOD level musicianship

[@barryfulton4308]

Great song

[@wackerburg]

A true *SUPERGROUP* How amazing is THIS configuration of all these awesome musicians? Great song, great rendition.

[@lionaesiana3207]

Oh my god, Simon Philips. The best!!!

[@Jonathan-iq3sg]

While I will agree that Simon is an amazing drummer, Neil Peart will always remain the best ever.