Namibian artist cements what Toto fans have always known: “Africa” ​​is eternal. Max Siedentopf has created a sound installation in the Namib coastal desert that will play the chart-topping 1982 single on a continuous loop – using solar batteries “to keep Toto on for all eternity”.

“[I] wanted to pay the song the ultimate tribute and physically exhibit “Africa” ​​in Africa, “the 27-year-old artist told the BBC. “Some [Namibians] I love it, and some say it’s probably the worst sound installation ever. I think that’s a big compliment.

Siedentopf chose an undisclosed location for the installation, using six speakers connected to an MP3 player containing “Africa” – and “Africa” alone. He hopes the nearly five-minute cut, filled with brilliant synths and layered percussion, will continue to play for many years to come – or at least until nature takes its toll. “Most parts of the installation were chosen to be as durable as possible,” he said. “But I’m sure the harsh desert environment will eventually devour the facility.”

Photos and additional details are available from Siedentopf website. Since he’s kept the exact coordinates a mystery so far, we can only hope that a die-hard Toto fan will embark on a soft-rock scavenger hunt – and perhaps document his quest on Reddit.

“Africa” ​​is experiencing an unlikely resurgence. Thanks to endless memes and a fan-requested cover of Weezer, the ’80s hit was one of the most listened to songs in UK in 2017; and at the time of this writing the song is Youtube video has reached over 440 million views.