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This video incorporates elements of Zimbabwean culture, appeals to a wide audience, and touches on severe social commentary while remaining celebratory and educational. The Rhythm of Zimbabwe is a traditional music style that originated in the African country of Zimbabwe. It is characterized by the use of mbira, a hand-held piano-like instrument, as well as other percussion instruments like hosho (shakers) and drums. The music often features call-and-response vocal patterns and complex, interlocking rhythms. The Rhythm of Zimbabwe has its roots in the indigenous Shona culture and has been an important part of Zimbabwean cultural identity for centuries. It is commonly played at ceremonies, celebrations, and communal gatherings, and has also gained popularity internationally as a distinctive African musical tradition.