Toto is an American rock band formed in 1977, known for their blend of pop, rock, and jazz influences. Their iconic song Africa, released in 1982, became a global hit and remains one of their most ...
A look at the deathless banger 'Africa' by Toto and how such a cringey song lyrically can become so beloved decades after its release.
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You can still hear it blasting out of classic rock and golden oldies stations all over the world, and against all odds, Toto’s “Africa” has become a millennial anthem 35 years later. The rousing ...
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It was the crossword clue that did it: a nine-letter word for “the region mentioned in Toto’s ‘Africa.’ ” C’mon, you got this. Just run through the lyrics in the upper register of your mind: “It’s ...
The power a joke Twitter account can have is truly astounding. In December 2017, a Weezer fan created the Twitter account @weezerafrica, the sole mission of which was to get Weezer to cover Toto’s ...
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Toto's classic 1992 song “Africa” has been subjected to a seemingly insignificant piece of studio tweaking – but the result is so appallingly irritating that you probably won't manage to listen all ...
'CBS This Morning' has a bit of egg on its face today (Dec. 10). The network's morning show is facing criticism for its use of Toto's hit "Africa" in its coverage of Nelson Mandela's funeral. NPR's TV ...
On the strength of its melody alone, "Africa," rock band Toto's signature hit, is a sweet pop melody. Its throbbing, hooky opening, however, turns it into instant head arrest. You remember the last ...
Toto had an undeniable moment this year thanks to the resurgence of interest — ironic or otherwise — of their song “Africa.” They’re banking on that success with a new, limited-edition box set, All In ...