Heaven
Ebo Taylor Lyrics
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Hwa na ɔbɔɔ heaven (Heaven)
Heaven bekum senyi (sekyi)
Senyi na ɔma adom (Adom)
Adom tutu benya (Benya)
Benya dasma prɔye (Prɔye)
Prɔye bekum dɛnkyɛm (Dɛnkyɛm)
Dɛnkyɛm koo akyɛ (Akyɛ)
Akyɛ bante akɔ (Akɔ)
Akɔ kɔɔ ngongo (gɔɔn)
Edua da hɔ so eebu (Pein pein pein pein pein)
Ebo Taylor's song "Heaven" is a spiritual and uplifting piece that speaks to the joys of reaching the afterlife. The song begins with a chant-like call of "Minba ee" which could be interpreted as a summoning to join in the celebration of the arrival of a dearly departed. The song speaks of reaching heaven and being surrounded by divine grace and mercy, which is the ultimate goal for many.
Next, the lyrics make reference to the fact that heaven is a place of joy and abundance, where blessings flow freely. The lines "Heaven bekum senyi, Senyi na ɔma adom" encourage listeners to believe that the heavenly rewards are endless for those who make it to the other side. The lyrics also speak of a sense of completeness and fulfillment that comes with being granted entry into the kingdom of heaven - "Adom tutu benya, Benya dasma prɔye, Prɔye bekum dɛnkyɛm".
Overall, "Heaven" is a song that speaks to the hope for a better afterlife and the belief that a better place awaits us all in the end.
Line by Line Meaning
Minba ee (Yeeiii)
Explaining how an amazing feeling is about to come
Hwa na ɔbɔɔ heaven (Heaven)
Expressing how the feeling is about heaven-like, associated to the greatness it carries
Heaven bekum senyi (sekyi)
Saying that the person gets a feeling of realization, meaning a sense of awareness and understanding. It helps the person understand his/her own self
Senyi na ɔma adom (Adom)
Experiencing tranquility and freedom that is given to the person through this feeling
Adom tutu benya (Benya)
Feeling rejuvenated and experiencing a state of renewal
Benya dasma prɔye (Prɔye)
Feeling blessed and uplifted with goodness
Prɔye bekum dɛnkyɛm (Dɛnkyɛm)
Feeling a sense of power and might in oneself, implying self-belief and confidence
Dɛnkyɛm koo akyɛ (Akyɛ)
Feeling grateful and thankful for the opportunities and blessings that come through and are provided to the person
Akyɛ bante akɔ (Akɔ)
Feeling motivated and determined, meaning a sense of drive and passion in oneself
Akɔ kɔɔ ngongo (gɔɔn)
Arriving at one's destination, realizing one's purpose and receiving the fruits of one's labor
Edua da hɔ so eebu (Pein pein pein pein pein)
Expressing how the feeling is great and one that should be extended and savored for as long as possible
Writer(s): Ebo Taylor
Contributed by Declan T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@africanayasmin6210
The original creator of afrobeats. It is a shame he doesn't get credit for it
@mololand612
Indeed!
@j.khepri.8682
Word. Even Fela had to go to Ghana to learn.
@truthseeker6541
I'm discovering all these amazing, beautiful African music that remain obscure here in the west. I'm searching for more gems.
@scottjensen1380
Amanaz!
@bubuluwithagoldendudul9709
send us some ,Love from iran
@dalonzolong7115
Sway & Action Bronson brought me here..
@Jaz_zo
Haha same that sound is truly from heaven
@marksherwood76
YUPPPP
@circaeternity
Usher Raymond also sampled this tune.