: It topped charts across Europe, including the Netherlands and Spain, and featured an electrified kora, blending West African tradition with techno-pop. The 2011 Collaboration
Loverush UK! sought to rework the "sacred classic" while remaining faithful to the celebrated 1994 Hardfloor remix , even obtaining the original lost parts from Hardfloor to ensure authenticity. Mory Kante vs Loverush UK - Yeke Yeke 2011 (Long Version)
is a contemporary dance-trance reinterpretation of the iconic 1987 hit by Guinean artist Mory Kanté . Released on Loverush Digital in mid-2011, this version modernized the track for international club circuits, reaching Number One on the Music Week Club Chart and the DMC Buzz Chart. Historical Context : It topped charts across Europe, including the
: The song is based on a traditional Mandinka "griots" courting song called "Yekeke". Watch the evolution of this track through these
Watch the evolution of this track through these 2011 official versions and remixes: Mory Kante vs Loverush UK - Yeke Yeke 2011 (Long Version) YouTube · officialloverushuk
: Beyond the club charts, it appeared in the Music Week Cool Cuts at #8.
The original "Yé ké yé ké" was released in 1987 and became a global phenomenon, serving as the first African single to sell over one million copies.
