This report examines the 1982 smash hit (also known as "Africa (Voodoo Master)" ) by French singer Rose Laurens .

It reached #1 in several countries and remains Laurens' most recognized work. rose_laurens_africa

A quintessentially 80s sound featuring heavy synthesizers and a repetitive, trance-like drum machine beat.

The track was composed by (Laurens' long-term partner), Jean-Michel Bériat , and Elaine Stive . It is characterized by: This report examines the 1982 smash hit (also

The narrator describes a "wild drum" making her heart beat faster and a desire to "obey the law" of the land.