Interestingly, ‘Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo' is not a song title; it is the refrain in “Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche,” a song on Mike Ejeagha's 1983 album ‘Akuko Na Egwu’ Original Vol. 1.
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Having recovered the fame he had first enjoyed when the track was released 41 years ago, Ezeagha, 92, revered for his Igbo folk songs, has been showered with cash gifts, and Brain Jotter even gifted him N2 million and a car. His fame grew through radio programs like “Guitar Playtime” and “Akuko n’egwu” , where he shared folktales and music rich in social and cultural relevance.After recording 33 albums and being hailed as a pioneer in Igbo folk music, Ejeagha’s recent resurgence in popularity is only a testament to his enduring legacy.
The song’s catchy melody and relatable lyrics, which tell a folktale about a cunning tortoise and a mighty elephant, have resonated with audiences of different ages.The song narrates how the tortoise tricked an elephant into believing he was appointed festival chairman. The tortoise told him that the king had recognised his good deeds and wanted to reward him with a chieftaincy title, making him the festival’s chairman.As they made their way to the palace, the tortoise, lagging behind the faster elephant, suggested, “Since you’re bigger and quicker, let’s enter the palace together. Tie a rope around your neck so I can follow right behind you.” The elephant agreed, and they continued on their journey.
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