The_lions_sleeps_tonight_song_official_lyrics_v... May 2026
: It began as "Mbube" (1939), written by Solomon Linda .
Near the village, the peaceful villageThe lion sleeps tonightNear the village, the quiet villageThe lion sleeps tonight Chorus (Repeat "Wimoweh" section) the_lions_sleeps_tonight_song_official_lyrics_v...
: It was famously covered by The Weavers before becoming a #1 hit for The Tokens . : It began as "Mbube" (1939), written by Solomon Linda
A between the different versions (The Tokens vs. Ladysmith Black Mambazo). Ladysmith Black Mambazo)
Hush, my darling, don't fear, my darlingThe lion sleeps tonightHush, my darling, don't fear, my darlingThe lion sleeps tonight Outro (High-pitched vocalizing and "Wimoweh" chanting) 🦁 Key Facts
: It gained a new generation of fans via The Lion King . I can provide more info if you'd like to see: The history of the legal battle over the song's royalties. The original Zulu lyrics from "Mbube."