Destiny
2Face Lyrics


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Ooooooo
Hey Hey
OOo Eee
From this moment
I want you
And I promise I'll
Stand by my words
Stand by my words
Stand by my words
Girl
Omo tosan ...
The girl of my fantasy
This is just exactly how I want her to be
The girl of my fantasy
This is just exactly how I want her to be
You can see
That she fits me perfectly
And guess what I call it
Destiny
In her eyes I see the light
And its drawing my closer and closer
Plus you can see dat ...
She got me in a trance like situation
And now I'm losing all my
Sprititual concentration
I want to be the one dat
The one that will take her across the
Across the border
Murder she wrote
Omo toson ...
The girl of my fantasy
This is just exactly how i want her to be
This is just exactly how I
Have you ever seen a girl and you couldn't move your feet
Cause your heart skipped a beat
And your mouth couldn't speak
This is just exactly how im feeling right now
I say shes got that kinda power over me some how
This kinda girl I cannot secretly admire
Gotta step up to her and tell her shes my desire
The devil is a liar eh
A picture of girl weh too fine
I am the eye and the beholder
I said she's perfectly my kinda girl
Omt tosan...
She's the definition of ...
A perfect example of one of a kind yeah
A picture of girl weh too fine
I am the eye and the beholder




I say she's perfectly my kinda girl
Murder she wrote

Overall Meaning

The first few lines of 2face Idibia's song Omo T'osan express his passion and commitment to a specific person - a girl who captures his heart and fits his ideal fantasy. He promises to stand by his words and implies that he will be loyal and committed. He describes her in glowing terms and mentions that it was "destiny" that brought them together. He is entranced by her and is lost for words whenever he is in her presence. He expresses his desire to be the one to take her away on a journey, and reinforces the idea that she is the girl of his dreams.


The lyrics paint a picture of a man deeply in love with a woman whom he finds to be perfect in every way. He acknowledges the power she holds over him, and cannot help but admire her openly. He dismisses any thoughts of secretly admiring her, as he must step up and tell her that she is his desire. The song is a declaration of his love and admiration for her, and how he cannot resist her beauty and charm.


Line by Line Meaning

Ooooooo
The song begins with a prolonged vocal sound expressing strong emotions and anticipation.


Hey Hey
A spontaneous exclamation indicating excitement or enthusiasm.


OOo Eee
A repetition of vocal sounds, possibly used to evoke a sense of rhythm and groove or to add a playful tone to the song.


from this moment
The beginning of a story or a journey, suggesting a significant point in time or a decision that sets the stage for what follows.


I want you
An expression of desire, affection, or attraction towards a particular person or object.


and I promise I'll
A solemn commitment or vow to follow through with a certain action or behavior, emphasizing the importance of trust and accountability in relationships.


stand by my words
To act in accordance with what one has said or promised, demonstrating honesty and integrity in one's actions and intentions.


Girl
An affectionate or endearing way of addressing a female person, signaling the beginning of a conversation or a focus on a particular topic or theme.


Omo tosan ...
A phrase in Yoruba language meaning 'the girl of my dreams' or 'my ideal woman', highlighting the artist's romantic interest and admiration for a particular woman.


the girl of my fantasy
A poetic and imaginative way of describing the artist's feelings towards the woman of his dreams, emphasizing the idea of a perfect match or a soulmate.


this is just exactly how I want her to be
A statement of satisfaction and contentment with the ideal qualities and characteristics of the woman the singer is attracted to, suggesting a high level of compatibility and attraction.


you can see
An invitation or a challenge for others to observe or appreciate the artist's perspective and feelings towards the woman he desires.


that she fits me perfectly
An expression of alignment and harmony between the singer and the woman he loves, suggesting a deep understanding and connection between them.


and guess what I call it
A playful or teasing way of emphasizing the importance and significance of the singer's feelings towards the woman he desires, suggesting that they are destined to be together.


destiny
A powerful and mysterious force that guides and shapes human lives and actions, often associated with fate or cosmic order.


in her eyes I see the light
A metaphorical way of expressing the profound impact and influence the woman has on the artist, suggesting that she brings joy, clarity, and purpose to his life.


and its drawing my closer and closer
An expression of attraction and magnetism between the two individuals, suggesting that they are irresistibly drawn towards each other.


plus you can see dat ...
A way of highlighting a visible or palpable effect of the woman's presence on the singer, suggesting that she inspires him and captures his attention.


she got me in a trance like situation
A metaphorical way of describing the singer's state of mind when he is in the presence of the woman, suggesting that he is under her spell or control.


and now I'm losing all my
An acknowledgement of the artist's vulnerability and emotional intensity in the face of his intense attraction and connection with the woman.


sprititual concentration
A reference to the artist's inner focus and discipline, which are being compromised or disrupted by his overwhelming feelings of desire and love for the woman.


I want to be the one dat
A declaration of intent and desire, suggesting that the artist is willing and motivated to pursue a romantic relationship with the woman he is attracted to.


the one that will take her across the
A metaphorical way of expressing the singer's desire to share his life and experiences with the woman, suggesting that he wants to be her companion and partner in a journey through life.


across the border
A reference to the idea of crossing a threshold or a boundary, suggesting that the artist wants to take the woman on an adventure and explore new horizons with her.


murder she wrote
A Jamaican dancehall phrase popularized by the artist Chaka Demus & Pliers, which references the idea of a woman being so attractive and irresistible that she causes men to lose their minds or act impulsively.


have you ever seen a girl and you couldn't move your feet
A rhetorical question that highlights the intensity and impact of the singer's attraction to the woman, emphasizing the physical and emotional effects of love and desire.


cause your heart skipped a beat
A common expression that describes the feeling of excitement, anticipation or anxiety one experiences when feeling attraction towards another person.


and your mouth couldn't speak
A metaphorical way of expressing the artist's awe and speechlessness in the presence of the woman he desires, suggesting that he is overwhelmed by her beauty and charm.


this is just exactly how im feeling right now
A confession of the artist's current emotional state, indicating that he is deeply and genuinely attracted to the woman, and perhaps nervous or uncertain about expressing his feelings.


i say shes got that kinda power over me some how
A statement of the singer's admiration and fascination with the woman's effect on him, suggesting that he feels vulnerable and exposed in her presence, yet also drawn to her irresistibly.


this kinda girl I cannot secretly admire
An acknowledgement of the singer's desire to pursue a relationship with the woman openly and honestly rather than keeping his feelings hidden or unexpressed.


gotta step up to her and tell her shes my desire
An expression of the artist's determination and courage to confess his feelings to the woman he desires, emphasizing the importance of direct communication and honesty in relationships.


the devil is a liar eh
A phrase that emphasizes the artist's faith and trust in God or a higher power, suggesting that he will overcome any obstacle or challenge in order to achieve his romantic goal.


a picture of girl weh too fine
A colloquial expression used in Nigerian pidgin English to describe a woman who is very beautiful or attractive, emphasizing the artist's admiration and fascination with the woman's physical appearance.


I am the eye and the beholder
A play on the traditional phrase 'beauty is in the eye of the beholder', suggesting that the singer is both the observer and the object of beauty in this situation, and that his perception and appreciation of the woman's beauty are important and valid.


omt tosan...
A repetition of the Yoruba phrase 'omo tosan', emphasizing the artist's emphasis and affection for the woman he desires, and perhaps signaling the end of the song.


she's the definition of ...
A metaphorical way of expressing the singer's admiration and affection for the woman's unique qualities and characteristics, emphasizing her singular importance and value to him.


a perfect example of one of a kind yeah
An acknowledgement of the woman's uniqueness and specialness, suggesting that she is unlike anyone else and that the singer has found his ideal match in her.




Writer(s): Martin Glover, Vanesa Mae

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