AFRICA (Toto) - Tommy Johansson

"Africa"
Written by: Jeff Porcaro / David Paich / Karl Wolf
Originally performed by Toto
From the album "Toto IV" - 1982
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✘ Song recorded, arranged, produced, mixed, mastered by Tommy Johansson
✘ Performed by Tommy Johansson
✘ Video edited by Tommy Johansson
✘ Filmed by Tommy J, Mandy Spice
✘ Guitar: Charvel White So-Cal Gary Moore replica
✘ Fredman Bass (VST software)
✘ Brighton Drums by Fredman Digital (VST software)
✘ Sound: "Fredhead" by Fredman Digital
✘ Orchestral instruments: 8DIO Majestica 2.0
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I hear the drums echoing tonight
But she hears only whispers of some quiet conversation
She's coming in 12: 30 flight
Moonlit wings reflect the stars that guide me towards salvation
I stopped an old man along the way
Hoping to find some long forgotten words or ancient melodies
He turned to me as if to say hurry boy it's waiting there for you
Gonna take a lot to take 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...
Ooh-ooh
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
As 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
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...
Ooh-ooh
Hurry boy she's waiting there for you
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 rain)
I bless the rains down in Africa
(I... bless the rains)
I bless the rains down in Africa
I bless the rains down in Africa
(Ah... gonna take some time)
Gonna take some time to do the things we never had...
Ooh-ooh

[@Skarande-1]

63 year young woman fan here; Tommy you are awesome 👍 song of my youth😊

[@drewtodd7664]

58 year old male rocker here that loves Tommy's voice and guitar. More more more.

[@marshayoung9387]

Wow Tommy just wow. I am a 68 year old woman & never have I ever liked heavy rock music . Until now that is. I just discovered you today . You have an amazing time to your voice & with such clarity and diction. I can honestly say I am a fan ❤️

[@susansouthard]

I’m 63 and you should check out Dan Vasc version kzbin.info/www/bejne/raG4imWler-rbpI

[@maitecremadesperez8635]

❤

[@andreasandersson5872]

Hur fan kan man ha missat detta i flödet innan 😲 Så jävla bra….thanks for the music.

[@user-ws6od5ml4l]

est vu

[@birgitbeierlein1739]

Hallo m'am... i am gettin 60 years....i am have been a Rocker since i was 14.... but i also love r&b...but these Tommy flashed me😮... greetings from germany ❤

[@Roguekoala]

Africa is one of those songs that defies genre and time. This version is nothing short of amazing! The Tommy treatment was perfect for Africa. Love it!

[@metalheart80s]

He makes his version of the song more interesting than the original in my opinion, and I am a huge fan of classic Toto. Great cover of an overrated song.

[@ryanbakker9188]

He makes this version great for people who can’t sing the high pitched chorus 😂

[@KOPARI2.0]

​@@metalheart80s😅😊 1:13 nnx 😮

[@hugoalhinho1321]

The man rocks everything he touchs

[@SandiFerrante]

All of us older women love you Tommy ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@evamarklund4834]

Damn right!

[@InnaBregvadze-xt9ox]

Tommy thank you ❤😊

[@stevesherman1669]

Power Metal is the element that brings umami to food that needs spice. Tommy J is a master chef.

[@kelownagamermom]

Just stumbled on this guy while listening to John Farnham's You're The Voice - holy crap he's amazing!!

[@АлександрСемик-э7п]

Vocals, pitch, music... That's great!

[@silverback8183]

I normally hate when people screw with my favorite 80s music but...THIS FREAKING ROCKS!!!!❤

[@SheWolf1968]

Stunning performance from the top performer in the world

[@Pkrhed11]

This dude gives this song a run for the money!! Of all the version's I've heard this is 1st to the original. Unbelievable, people will hear be listening to this 500 years from now.

[@JohnSanborn-y2n]

You know when a guy is talented like Tommy when he sings the verses to Africa an octave higher than the original. Love it.

[@gabymaymo8482]

"Sounds like a melody" would be a great song for tommy to cover

[@sunny_yes_its_me]

Yes 🤘 that was great again - thank you 😊 Maybe one Friday you would like to cover Cutting Crew "Died in your arms" for us. This should fit good to your voice, too 😉 I suppose some in the community would also like to hear it 🎶🎸 Take care 🍀

[@razzledazzleist]

I agree! It would be perfect for tommy

[@Kezza3451]

Yessssss!!! Please do a cover of “Died in Your Arms Tonight” for us Tommy 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@sunny_yes_its_me]

​@@Kezza3451 😊👍

[@tiinakari4055]

Grandma from Finland just LOVED this. Tack tack.

[@Green-Lyon]

Tommy just making me happy without fail, video after video

[@anitazondagh923]

Thank you, it's amazing. From South Africa 🇿🇦

[@devilzkizzanangel1]

the best cover in the world ❤ - thanks Tommy. Here is a 60 year old woman and a big fan of your voice - from Germany.

[@marioforget2773]

What a voice. 😮😮😮😮

[@rahamimful]

Holy shite!! There isn't anything this guy can't sing. Unreal.

[@user-uu7ub4jm3c]

Томми это круто! И очень талантливо!!!!👏🏻🤘🏻🔥

[@mina233]

A completely different version than in the 1980s gym cassettes, exciting.

[@stanislavpetrov5955]

I saw the title and I was like, "How's he gonna pull *this* one off?" And the answer is: the only way Tommy can. What a performance! I especially like the faster tempo change when the solo starts. Thank you, Tommy! You guys have fun on your upcoming tour. Can't wait for you guys to come back to America! 👍👍😁

[@jenniferloring8112]

Cover idea! Boston - More Than A Feeling! Some high belting vocals and soaring guitars… would love to hear your take on it!

[@LeeO_22]

Would love this!!

[@DrNES73]

Yes, I was thinking the same. Also, Carry on Wayward Son by Kansas!

[@lisaengstrom1186]

...and Point of no Return, Light with Styx

[@lieslwindjulie3230]

What a voice! You rock, Tommy! 🖤

[@foxjohnny120]

This track is on fire!🔥🔥🔥

[@foxjohnny120]

@AnekWolfe

[@emikon7283]

This song is one of my favourite, it’s so special for me. Your version is amazing Tommy! Thank you for beautiful music also this time! Have a great weekend! I hope you enjoy the gig! See you next Friday🤘🎶🎸💖

[@paulwalton1222]

Have you heard leo do it? Channel called frog leap studios has over 30 songs you'll know done in similar style to Tommy.

[@KrystalHarwood-ty7rk]

wonder what he'll think up next!

[@barbarabrown9906]

Abso-bloody-lutely AWESOME!!!! Tommy Rules!! 😃😁🤩😍🥰😘👍👏🤘❤❤❤

[@wickedvideowatcher]

This guy can and will sing about anything. I love that he seems to just have such a love for singing, no artist or song is "not his thing". If he likes it, he sings it!

[@love2dogsled]

I bless t rains up in Sweden that produced this incredible musical talent!😊

[@Ashleymoniquet]

best version of africa I've ever heard

[@F.I.O.]

Riffs, solos, pure power vocals without stupid growling that's what millions fans loves in metal music👍🤘🎤🎸🎸🎸🥁☠️🏴‍☠️ Tommy great vocalist and guitarist

[@sheldoncooper8199]

My Favorite Song when i was 10 years old Still among my Favorite Songs age 42

[@Cleo-von-Patra-11-11]

This song always kills me as it reminds me of my late pet TOTO the terrier 🐕.....I listened to this song the day he died 💔

[@PollyChoklad]

WOW 😊 thanks for another GRATE cover 🎸🤘 we are truly blessed having this every Friday 🙏 have a great weekend 🍻👋

[@FreddieFreethinking]

There Are Certain Songs That Are Just Perfect When Recorded. This Masterpiece Is One Of Those. But The Quality Of Your Crativity Is Magnificent.

[@johanrynjah8241]

A fiery blazing version. . enjoyed every second of the performance . ..

[@cyrusdamodred8110]

Thank you for blasting me through my livingroom wall with this classic. Love the song!

[@Tschij]

😂😂😂😂👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@mina233]

In the old days, this was a popular gymsong, now I'm lounging on the sofa and enjoying it.

[@sabatonitalia]

This was already a super hit, but the hard work, dedication and fun which Tommy puts in every cover makes it even more special ✨ Bra jobbat 🎸🤘🏻

[@annalyndsey2269]

I agree and after seeing the behind the scenes 2022 video Tommy did, I appreciate even more the effort, dedication, fun, light-hearted-ness and everything Tommy and his team go to for us fans ❤

[@bridgetmccracken1381]

Oh my goodness, that was AWESOME!!!!!! It was as if THIS is the way the song should have been all along!!!!

[@dirkzeuge8785]

This sounds epic. Usually, cover songs don't manage to match the original. Tommy Johansson manages to surpass the cover on a regular basis!

[@marcwerner777]

So true!

[@ORRAS777]

Better than the original!

[@YTAna841]

This is the first time I have heard this song. Your voice is always brilliant, powerful and uplifting. Thank you again this week. Have a great weekend!

[@DonBerkovic]

One of the most famous songs ever written.

[@YTAna841]

@@DonBerkovic Thank you for letting me know. The more I listen to it, the more I love it.

[@taika.melissa2798]

I've heard this song a million times and thought it would be impossible for anyone to bring anything new to it. But Tommy did just that with his energy and charisma! Thank you so much, Tommy! 😃🤘

[@ivanichtanuel1681]

yeah because this swedish dude is awsome and cool, he smile and the alculturation can hear cleary some other can't hear nice not like him this is beyond, hope ToTo can hear this man

[@pernillaeriksson8594]

What an upgrade 😀 Tommy breathed new life into this song! LOVED IT!!!

[@pygeekrfoo820]

It didn’t need new life or an upgrade. But this cover is great nonetheless

[@mariaschroeder3566]

Czapki z głów, nie ma lepszego wykonania!!!Mam wrażenie, że nie tylko młodzi ale też ci + 60 kochają Pana za głos, talent❤❤❤❤❤

[@ghostpanic]

Another belter Tommy! WOW! Amazing!

[@carinarodebak9419]

Once again ,a beautiful gift on a Friday from Tommy.❤🎉

[@louey2x]

I never liked remakes of this song, until now. Only Tommy could make this song sound good as a metal version. I am always amazed at Tommy's talent and sense of music.

[@ltsf1988]

Ladies and gentlemen, behold another Tommylized song! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Tommy, you definitely convinced me that EVERYTHING is better with a guitar solo. Amazing, yet respectful rendition of this one! You made it gold. Thanks for another friday to rock on with your touch! Have a great weekend, greetings from Venezuela 😁

[@jasminarasic3821]

Kakav prekrasan,i jasan glas,prelepo peva,BRAVO!!!!!

[@gabiwinter1870]

Tommy thank you for your awesome cover songs every Friday!!👍♥️♥️♥️You are amazing!!🫶 keep it up!!👍

[@ulfdevil6694]

Toto, studio musicians that actually gained fame

[@henkar2326]

This is How rock feels,looks so easy but so raw

[@Paco2316h]

Thanks Tommy you always surprise, fantastic cover of one of the best songs of the 80s❤

[@SofieMZF]

Wow, It is very cool and nice version of this song. 😊

[@peterlord5726]

Absolutely epic as always! Plus your timing is perfect as this is a song my wife and I hold dear to us as we went to Africa for our honeymoon 15 years ago this year. This week my wife had major surgery to save her leg (all went well) and this put a huge smile on both our faces! Thank you.

[@mariya19838]

Всё, что творит Томми, достойно уважения и любви! Невероятно талантлив!

[@alannaturner6758]

Wow...Tommy ⚜️ Toto are one of my favourite Bands from the 80s💥and your magic voice brought it to life again, thanks Tommy ⚜️ that was incredible, have a great weekend & to all💙☮️🎸🎶🤙

[@musemuser777]

Tommy does great on all the covers & everything he does!💯 Couldn't happen to a nicer guy. He's definitely blessed with talent.🙏✝️🙏 🔥🎸🔥

[@StanaBrachacek]

Super

[@bogganalseryd2324]

The Tommy treatment!!! 👍👍👍

[@ScepticParanormalJourneys]

just out of this world, amazing talent, keep em coming from the UK, Cheers

[@dominikbretschneider7466]

Best cover of Africa I've ever heard

[@DayeneDayyrockinrollnuncamorre]

tommy a cada dia nos surpreendendo mais com seu bom gosto criatividade e perfeição! e uma dádiva poder te ouvir que deus te abençoe sempre!!! 🤩😍🥰🤟👏👏👏

[@samuelecorradini]

nothing less than amazing

[@Kezza3451]

I think I’m slowly falling in love with Tommy lol. I can’t seem to get enough of his vids lately & he just seems to get better & better 😊

[@SueWallace-jk5wr]

I think a lot of women feel that way.

[@romeocaro]

He could fall in love with you too 😉

[@Kezza3451]

@@romeocaro Lol I wish 😉

[@user-nu3hg8cf4p]

Просто огонь! Великолепно

[@user-ep2cr5hr3o]

Чувак реально крут!)

[@caiosantiago6742]

Tommy, vocal, guitarra, produção. O cara é fera demais. Like. Parabéns! From Brazil 🤟🏻

[@sergiomatias4897]

Good performance I like your interpretation from Brazil

[@serenavitto8077]

It's really exciting to listen to your new covers, you give us great music every Friday. Thank you for everything you do for us fans ❤🤘🤘🎸🎶🎶🤩🤩

[@marinfm2102]

Да это просто офигеть, это просто выносит мозги сразу!!! Bravo!

[@vedranvexx]

Thats awesome cover and your voice😊🤟🔝

[@ims1570]

Fantastic!!!!!!!!!! Taubaté _S.Paulo_BRASIL.

[@francescabasile106]

Il brano è bello e difficile: Tommy è davvero un grandissimo artista , voce sempre top.....ogni venerdì è un piacere sentirti!!!!! 🤩👍🏻🎸🙏

[@tinakinard6819]

Sebastian Bach has some SERIOUS competition!!!!

[@Angie7028]

You surprise me again and again ....each of your covers are the madness....many thanks for this Tommy 🙂😉 🫶

[@SueWallace-jk5wr]

😅Tommy and Dam keep me entertained all day. They are both amazing.❤

[@YuliyaKrasivayia]

Умная Лента Ютюба теперь постоянно мне подсовывает ваше видео, чему я очень рада. теперь я наслаждаюсь хорошей музыкой и прекрасным исполнителем. браво!

[@lunaplateada911]

"Oh My God Tommy 👏👏👏👏wow" .

[@valmirmarcolino29]

Tommy você eo cara um astro incrível parabéns pelo belo trabalho

[@Ruymaluco]

This cover is much cooler than the original version.

[@waynehutchinson1528]

You owned it Tommy. What a great tribute to Toto.

[@dragonlea13]

Now that was soooo rad!!!!!! I was trying to imagine how you would rock this song out, but this was better than I could have imagined!! I absolutely loved the way you sped it up, the layers of your voice and the awesome guitar solo. I never want to hear the other version again!! Thanks Tommy! Have a great weekend!!! I want to listen to this a few more times now!!! ❤

[@Griede26]

actually, there is atlest 2 other versions. the original by toto, and a cover by weezer (with weird al in the vid)

[@dehnerts]

Check out Frog Leap Studios cover. Leo does awesome covers too

[@dragonlea13]

@@dehnerts thanks! I just did. I have never heard of them before, but I see they are very popular with 4.5 million fans and 56 million views on this song! That’s quite impressive. I thought it was a very interesting rendition of the song, I appreciate the heaviness of it. I wasn’t a big fan of his vocals, though obviously many others would disagree with me. I wouldn’t listen to that version of the song more than this one time, it just wasn’t pleasing to my ear. That being said I thank you for putting them on my radar, and I definitely will check out more of their music! Thanks Brian!

[@dragonlea13]

@@Griede26 thank you! I just checked it out. Very nice version with 23 million views, I liked the humor. To be completely honest I was never a fan of this song. I have always been into metal music, and this is WAY too mainstream pop for me, definitely was not listening to this kind of music in the 80’s. Thanks for pointing it out though!

[@jasonroelle5261]

if you heavy metal, you might like Leo Maroacchioli cover. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3mcd6yCqMt3sNk

[@ELFWARZ_DOT_COM]

I have some camping music now! Thanks Tommy.

[@elizabethofstainlesshearts]

I've heard a lot of people try to cover this over the years, but this is the only one so far I could listen to as often as the original! It's also a special song I remember my mum and I enjoying when I was younger, so I'm especially glad to hear your take on it. This is truly awesome - thank you! ❤🙏

[@seanchim]

Such a classic and rich voice. Sadly, as much as his voice stirs our passions and kick-starts our adrenaline, the mainstream has moved on from this type of sound. I am eternally grateful for platforms like this that allow super-talented individuals to shine despite not being a super-popular world stage touring artist. In my opinion, todays singers can't hold a candle to this type of vocal range and power.

[@ivoneendrisse6771]

❤❤Lindo,só vc mesmo pra fazer a gente ouvir a música até o final,parabéns cover mais querido,Angel Tommy

[@MagnusD]

Over the top. Great work

[@davidgilmartin7578]

Just absolutely AWESOME guy 🙌👍great tune given that TJ magic touch to take it to the next level 😀 when u release theses covers to Spotify they literally are going to become the ultimate playlist have a fantastic one my friend stay safe take care all the very best from Scotland to you 👍 👊 roll on next week's TJ Friday 😀 👊

[@ortelgoqrantzar9278]

Jävlar vilken bra röst du har!! 😮😯😲

[@marklong1433]

Ну ты, парень блин даёшь.... 💯 Bravo Maestro, Bravissimo!!!👏 Африку, под металл закатал! 🤣 Молодец! 🤘 Страшно себе представить, что Вы, молодой человек, сделаете с невинной песенкой "В лесу родилась ёлочка"... 😱 🤣🤣🤣 Добра и Здравия! 👍👍👍👍👍

[@F.I.O.]

И самое главное, всё чисто спел, как надо, по нотам, без всякого йэбучего гроулинга (рычания). Хард-рок, хеви-метал и пауэр-метал рулят👍🤘🎤🎸🎸🎸🥁. Рычаще-скрипящие дэт и блэк г0вн0

[@user-fe8iu9qj9p]

Точняк😂не кормите его идеями, а то он реально устроит жару!😂

[@henkar2326]

Your voice is just amazing Im so enjoying and your guitar🎉🎉its fire

[@rodwinter5748]

Ok , things are getting ridiculous now. Tommy's awesomeness has no limit. When we think he has already made his best, he strikes us with awe with his performance. You gotta come to Brazil mate!

[@TT_Roger_von_Corswant]

❤❤❤

[@hekatombsweden2598]

Very interesting idea!

[@robertrollfink1114]

Steve Lukather……stand up and hail Tommy Johansson. He has done your song proud.

[@dendyrindani4882]

Thanks Tommy for bringing back my heavy metal era...i show your videos to my children....

[@robertodesouza8659]

Espetacular! 🙏

[@nietmijnprobleem]

HOLY HELL WHAT A VOICE !!!

[@RadostinaMihaleva-tj2bt]

Wow. One of my favourite songs. And Tommy is brilliant.