1) AkA (El… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least nine artists that have used the name AKA.
1) AkA (Electronic project)
2) AKA (Rock band, Indonesia)
3) AKA (Pop-punk band, USA)
4) AKA (No Wave band, Canada)
5) AKA (New media composer)
6) AKA (Rapper, Finland)
7) AKA (Punk band, USA)
8) Aka (Rapper, France)
9) AKA (Rapper, South Africa)
1) AkA Electronic Music project was grounded in 1993 by Henri Sizaret with the aim to go further in the inspiration triggered by the work of Richard H. Kirk, Uwe Schmidt and Vince Clarke.
AkA music is artificial, snappy, electronic and metronomic.
Almost 15 years after its inception and more than 50 tracks, AkA philosophy remains the intact : to be a skin (hence the name "AkA" for Also Known As) for Henri to play with music and create, freed from day light life.
AkA's album Proton MX (EP) is out on Cinoci Records (free download), and released "Metal In My Body" on Cinoci Records "Broadcast" Compilation on iTunes.
Recent tracks include "CounterPoint", "'Gotta Go to Vegas" and "Mandibular".
2) AKA is an Indonesian 70's hard rock band, fronted by Ucok AKA. The band is no longer existed but Ucok is still touring with his solo work. Afro-powered heavy distortion meets mathematic funky beats in a strange prog rock vibe.
Biography in Bahasa Indonesia :
Grup musik rock AKA (singkatan dari Apotik Kali Asin, apotek milik orang tua Ucok Harahap, tempat mereka bermarkas dan latihan) dibentuk di Surabaya pada 23 Mei 1967 dengan formasi awal: Ucok Harahap (keyboard/vokal utama), Syech Abidin (drum/vokal), Soenata Tanjung (guitar utama/vokal), Harris Sormin (guitar/vocal) dan Peter Wass (bass). Peter Wass digantikan oleh Lexy Rumagit karena cedera ketika granat yang disiapkan untuk aksi panggung grup rock Ogle Eyes di Lumajang tiba-tiba meledak dan melukainya. Sejak 1969, Lexy Rumagit digantikan oleh Arthur Kaunang. Yang patut dicatat, semua pemain bass AKA adalah pemain kidal.
Ciri khas dari grup rock ini adalah kerap membawakan lagu-lagu Led Zeppelin, Grand Funk Railroad, Deep Purple, dan Jimi Hendrix, notabene waktu itu memang digemari anak-anak muda. Karena aksi panggung yang heroic, AKA dikenal sebagai grup rock eksentrik. Tak hanya di panggung, AKA juga telah meluncurkan beberapa album. Pada album pertama mereka, Do What You Like (1970), terdapat lima lagu berbahasa Indonesia dan tiga lagu berbahasa Inggris (Do What You Like, I've Gotta Work It Out, dan Glenmore). Meski dibentuk di tahun 1967, AKA TS masukkan ke daftar band rock Indonesia tahun 70an karena mereka baru eksis di era 70an.
3) AKA is pop-punk, all-femme trio stemming from Miami, FL, USA. They have been together since 2003 and switched drummers around 2005.
4) AKA is a Canadian No Wave group from the early 80s who released an EP titled "Red Therapy."
5) AKA is an American new media composer who began self-releasing works as AKA in 2001. They are tracked in last.fm as AKA MEDIA SYSTEM
6) AKA is Finnish rap-artist, who won Finnish Freestyle-rap Championship in 2008.
7) AKA is a punk rock group from Southern California, notably featured on the "Who Cares" compilation released by American Standard Records in 1981.
8) Aka is a a French rap artist who has colbarated with the likes of Tunisiano
9) AKA is a South African rapper known for his song Victory Lap.
10) AKA is AOR/melodic rock from the USA.
One Time
AKA Lyrics
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Money stays on your mind
No body gone kill your vibe
Go ahead live your life
I'm feeling like ooh
Alright
Cause I ain't leaving on my own
Hey
One time for the gold diggers
One time for the blessers
One time for the old niggas spending bank roll when you need a lil extra
Spare a thought for my broke niggas
They be feeling that pressure (Star lights)
It's going down in the vip right now
Shit is kinda lit right now
Can she sing it with me (Na na na na na)
Oooh she be leaving with me (Na na na na na)
Na na na na na
Oooh she be leaving with me (Na na na na na)
What I gotta do for a queen like Sophie Ndaba
Put you on a 1st class seat Nicole Nyaba
If she got a big ass let her hold some Dollars
Pussy like make you wanna take this back home to mama
Sarah Langa
Shake for Tony refresh the bottles
Ray Mccaughly God bless the models
Came back from that trip from Lagos with name brands like Faragamo
You the baddest on the globe
Tryna keep it on a low (Oooh yeah)
But don't forget your manners when you bout to Instagram us
When you travel out to Paris on your own l know
Baby don't waste no time
Money stays on your mind
No body gone kill your
Go ahead live your life
I'm feeling like oooh
Alright
Cause I ain't leaving on my own
Tonight
Hey
One time for the gold diggers
One time for the blessers
One time for the old niggas spending bank roll when you need a lil extra
Spare a thought for my broke niggas
They be feel that pressure
Its going down in the vip right now
Shit is kinda lit right now
Can she sing it with me (Na na na na na)
Oooooh she be leaving with me (Na na na na na)
Na na na na na
Oooh she be leaving with me (Na na na na na)
Laid back in the cut like surgery
Dressed up for the club in Burberry
Need sponsorship for your bursary
More shopping trips and Less burger king
They need to hit you with a through ball
Pull up in a 2 door tear the roof off
Instead of giving niggas blue balls
You should be fucking with the new North
Well played on the upgrade
PJ on the runway
Let a bitch throw shade while you sun bathe
Everbody tryna run game
But you been at it from a young age
You the baddest on the globe globe globe
Just keep it on a low (Oooh yeah)
But don't forget your manners when you bout to instagram us
When you staying in the palace on your own l know
Baby don't waste no time
Money stays on your mind
No body gone kill your vibe
Go ahead live your life
I'm feeling like oooh
Alright
Cause I ain't leaving on my own
Tonight
Hey
One time for the gold diggers
One time for the blessers
One time for the old niggas spending bank roll when you need a lil extra
Spare a thought for my broke niggas
They be feel that pressure
It's going down in the vip right now
Shit is kinda lit right now
Can she sing it with me (Na na na na na)
Oooooh she be leaving with me (Na na na na na)
Na na na na na
Oooooh she be leaving with me (Na na na na na)
The song "One Time" by AKA is about living life to the fullest and not wasting any time. The lyrics encourage listeners to prioritize their money and to focus on their own happiness. The chorus repeats the message of living life without letting anyone kill your vibe, and feeling good about oneself.
The song also touches on social issues related to wealth and status. AKA gives a shoutout to "gold diggers" women who look for rich men, "blessers" older men who give money to younger women, and "old niggas spending bankroll" men who spend a lot of money to impress women. The song acknowledges the pressure that people feel to maintain social status and wealth.
Overall, "One Time" encourages listeners to prioritize their own happiness and to live their lives without worrying about what others think. The lyrics remind us that life is short, and that we should make the most of it by enjoying ourselves and focusing on what truly brings us joy.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby don't waste no time
Don't procrastinate and seize the moment
Money stays on your mind
Keep your financial goals and priorities in focus
No body gone kill your vibe
Don't let anyone bring you down or dampen your spirits
Go ahead live your life
Live life on your own terms and enjoy it to the fullest
I'm feeling like ooh
Feeling good and confident
Alright
Everything is fine
Cause I ain't leaving on my own
Not leaving the party or the fun atmosphere anytime soon
Tonight
This particular evening
One time for the gold diggers
Acknowledging and praising women who are financially savvy and seek out wealthy partners
One time for the blessers
Acknowledging and praising wealthy men who generously provide material benefits to their partners
One time for the old niggas spending bank roll when you need a lil extra
Acknowledging and praising older men who are willing to spend money on their younger partners
Spare a thought for my broke niggas
Remembering and empathizing with those who don't have a lot of money
They be feeling that pressure (Star lights)
Feeling the pressure to keep up with those who are more financially stable
It's going down in the vip right now
The VIP area is currently where the party is happening
Shit is kinda lit right now
The atmosphere and vibe of the party is really good and exciting right now
Can she sing it with me (Na na na na na)
Asking if the girl can join in singing the chorus
Oooh she be leaving with me (Na na na na na)
The girl is interested in leaving with the singer
Na na na na na
Nonsensical words used in the chorus for flow and rhythm purposes
What I gotta do for a queen like Sophie Ndaba
What must the singer do to attract a high status woman like Sophie Ndaba
Put you on a 1st class seat Nicole Nyaba
Offering to fly a woman named Nicole Nyaba first class
If she got a big ass let her hold some Dollars
If a woman has a large posterior, the singer is willing to provide financial compensation
Pussy like make you wanna take this back home to mama
The singer is impressed with the woman's genitalia and would like to show it to his mother
Sarah Langa
Referencing a popular South African fashion blogger
Shake for Tony refresh the bottles
A request for someone to shake up the alcohol bottles for better mixing
Ray Mccaughly God bless the models
Sending well wishes to models named Ray Mccaughly
Came back from that trip from Lagos with name brands like Faragamo
Returning from Lagos and bringing back luxury brands like Faragamo
You the baddest on the globe
Addressing a woman as the sexiest and most desirable person worldwide
Tryna keep it on a low (Oooh yeah)
Trying to keep the relationship discreet or low key
But don't forget your manners when you bout to Instagram us
Don't forget social etiquette when taking photos and sharing on Instagram
When you travel out to Paris on your own l know
Acknowledging that the woman is independently wealthy enough to travel to Paris alone
Laid back in the cut like surgery
Sitting or standing in a relaxed manner, similar to how a doctor may prepare for surgery
Dressed up for the club in Burberry
Wearing designer clothes to go out and party
Need sponsorship for your bursary
Asking for financial support for one's education
More shopping trips and Less burger king
Wanting to have more opportunities to shop and less fast food meals
They need to hit you with a through ball
Those who are interested need to find a better opening for approaching the singer or his partner
Pull up in a 2 door tear the roof off
Driving an impressive sports car with a convertible roof
Instead of giving niggas blue balls
Rather than leaving men sexually frustrated and without relief
You should be fucking with the new North
The singer is from Johannesburg in South Africa (the 'new North'), and is aligning himself with the girl
Well played on the upgrade
Congratulating someone on an improved status or achievement
PJ on the runway
Wearing luxury pajamas while walking on a runway
Let a bitch throw shade while you sun bathe
Ignore any negative comments or gossip while enjoying oneself in the sun
Everbody tryna run game
Everyone is trying to flirt and make advances
But you been at it from a young age
The girl has been attracting attention from the opposite sex since a young age and is used to it
No body gone kill your vibe
Don't let anyone bring you down or dampen your spirits
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, O/B/O CAPASSO
Written by: KIERNAN AKA FORBES, MPILO SHABANGU, TSHEGOFATSO LEHUTSO, ENOS LUBISI, KIERNAN FORBES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Shatiwa Kaliteke
RIP AKA 💔💔💔💔 I remember the first time I fell in love with your music. Will forever miss you 💔💔💔
thuli.ngubo@gmail.com thulingubo
M still speechless bt begging God to take me through pumpy road😢and all who loved this man with a golden heart, may your precious soul continue to rest in eternal peace, i wish i knew you earlier, ooh God, people of such humanity are not meant for this horrible world, but please Lord, Please, help us to get through this.. Makunje emthini omanzi, kowomile kunjani, a quote frm the bible, cant stop crying everyday, i don't know him that much, but a lot was awaiting to be done by AKA for his nation!
Ndumisow Tshabe
Legends don't die they multiply see in after life😢😢❤ a.k.a😢😢❤
TEE TEE Sa
This song is underrated
It's supposed to be at million views
Still slaps hard in 2021
Madodana Brian Moyo
it was deleted and re uploaded
EVIL GANG CORPS
December 2022😂😓🌏🌍🔥
John Enos
I also don't know why
sonwabile Sitela
Remember this is made to hated by people for no reason just simple because is beefing with certain individual in the industry 😒😠
Abethu Ndzabukelwako
2021 who's jamming this master piece...synthesizer was on some other level
Samukelisiwe M
Meeee!! What a tuuune! 😁