Oh Mama Tetema delivers dynamic global energy, led by vocalists Shreya Ghoshal, Rayvanny, and Nora Fatehi. The track blends diverse musical styles, resulting in a compelling party anthem. This Hindi, English, and Swahili multilingual song sets a lively and engaging tone from the start.
Released: August 9, 2025
Oh Mama Tetema
Shreya Ghoshal, Rayvanny, Nora Fatehi
Lyricist
Rayvanny, Vishal Mishra, Nora Fatehi, The Plugz Europe
Composer
Rayvanny, Vishal Mishra
Featuring
Rayvanny, Nora Fatehi
Nora Fatehi | Rayvanny | Shreya Ghoshal’s Oh Mama Tetema Lyrics With English Translation
The song’s dynamic core is revealed in the translation of Oh Mama Tetema lyrics, which carry a distinct international flavor. The meaning of the track revolves around the Swahili word ‘tetema’, which means to shake or tremble. The lyrics cleverly blend Hindi verses of romantic fascination with English and Swahili hooks, creating a narrative about being so captivated by someone that you can’t help but dance.
Teri Nazar Lag Naa JaayeI hope your gaze doesn’t cast a spell on me.
Dekho Naa Mujhko Yun, HaayeOh, the way you look at me makes me sigh.
Jaadu Tumhari Nazar KaThe magic of your gaze,
Bechaini Kitni Badhaaihas stirred such restlessness in me.
Haaye, Tauba, Hone Lagi Main SoberOh my, I swear, I’m losing all my senses.
Thodi-Thodi HangoverI feel a slight hangover from your presence.
Tera Hua Dil, MaaMy heart now belongs to you.
I Go TetemaI start to ‘tetema’ a Swahili word for shake or tremble.
Oh, Mama Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Oh, mama, shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Tipwatipwa Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Shake in the ‘tipwatipwa’ a popular Tanzanian dance style. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Aya Twende Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Come on, let’s go shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Shuka Chini Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Go down low and shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Aya Twende Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Come on, let’s go shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Tipwatipwa Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Shake in the tipwatipwa style. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Aya Twende Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Come on, let’s go shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Shuka Chini Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Go down low and shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
You Got Me Feeling, You Know, Ah-AhYou got me feeling, you know, ah-ah
I See Why They Look Up And Down, Ah-AhI see why they look up and down, ah-ah
I Like It When You Spin Me AroundI like it when you spin me around
Only You Can Get Me This Way, Eh-Eh-EhOnly you can get me this way, eh-eh-eh
Show Me That You’re B@d Nowshow me that you’re bad now
Body, Body, Baby, I Got Enough For YaBody, body, baby, I got enough for ya
You Know, You Know You’re Gonna Love It When We Ah-AhYou know, you know you’re gonna love it when we ah-ah
You Got Me Going, Got Me Throwing, Baby, Yah-YahYou got me going, got me throwing, baby, yah-yah
Ah, Aii Mama ShigidiAh, oh mama, this exciting feeling.
Ah, Nakufa Hoi WikidiAh, I’m losing my mind this weekend.
Ah, Aii Mama ShigidiAh, oh mama, this exciting feeling.
Konki, Fire, MotoYou’re a conqueror, you’re fire, you’re hot.
Ha-Ya, Mama Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Come on, mama, shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Gimme, Gimme Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Gimme, gimme that shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Show Me Like A Cinema (Oh, mama tetema)Show me like it’s a cinema. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Sugar, Honey, Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)You’re sugar, honey, now shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Ha-Ya, Mama Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Come on, mama, shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Gimme, Gimme Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Gimme, gimme that shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Show Me Like A Cinema (Oh, mama tetema)Show me like it’s a cinema. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Sugar, Honey, Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)You’re sugar, honey, now shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
(Oh, mama tetema)(Oh, mama, shake.)
O, Zara-Zara Hui Hai Rooh PyaasiOh, my soul has become a little thirsty.
Tu Thodi-Thodi Hone De BadmaashiYou should let a little mischief happen.
To Girne De Bijliyaan, Haa, BijliyaanThen let the lightning strike, yes, lightning.
Har Zakhm Ko Dil RaaziMy heart is ready for any wound that comes from this.
Tere Sang Karna Hai MoveI want to make a move with you.
Baby, We’re The Best, Me And YouBaby, we’re the best, me and you.
Bandh Jaaye Rooh Se RoohLet our souls become tied to one another.
Main Kya Na KarunWhat wouldn’t I do for you?
Betaabi, Hone Lagi BadmaashiThis restlessness is turning into mischief.
Thodi-Thodi HangoverI feel a slight hangover from your presence.
Jo Tera Hua Dil, MaaSince my heart became yours,
I Go TetemaI start to shake.
Oh, Mama Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Oh, mama, shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Gimme, Gimme Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Gimme, gimme that shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Show Me Like A Cinema (Oh, mama tetema)Show me like it’s a cinema. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Sugar, Honey, Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)You’re sugar, honey, now shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Ha-Ya, Mama Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Come on, mama, shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Gimme, Gimme Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Gimme, gimme that shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Show Me Like A Cinema (Oh, mama tetema)Show me like it’s a cinema. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Sugar, Honey, Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)You’re sugar, honey, now shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Aya Twende Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Come on, let’s go shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Tipwatipwa Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Shake in the tipwatipwa style. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Aya Twende Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Come on, let’s go shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Shuka Chini Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Go down low and shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Aya Twende Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Come on, let’s go shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Tipwatipwa Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Shake in the tipwatipwa style. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Aya Twende Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Come on, let’s go shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
Shuka Chini Tetema (Oh, mama tetema)Go down low and shake. (Oh, mama, shake.)
The music video, featuring Rayvanny and Nora Fatehi, visually highlights the cross-cultural collaboration. This project exemplifies musical diplomacy by blending Indian pop with African Afrobeats. The track unites artists from India, Tanzania, and beyond, resulting in a distinctive and memorable dance experience.