Ayodele reemerged in 1999 with his solo debut album "Föder Nåt Nytt", under the name Ayo. The album was a success with hit singles such as "Betongdjungelboken" and "Många som väntar". His sophomore album was titled "Del 2: Uppföljaren" and was meant to be released in 2001, but due to further label issues it was never released. It includes singles "Det spökar" and "Ayooo". Ayo eventually decided to quit the music scene and converted to Islam. Today he lives in Dubai and works as an instructor for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He released one last song in 2011, on Swedish hip hop producer Stress's album "Playlist". On the song "Mitt beslut" ("My decision"), Ayo explains his decision to quit music.
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Paname
Ayo Lyrics
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You are my jack of hearts
It's written in the stars
We'll never be apart
I'll cool it I'll cry whether you go
I'm telling you the background's true
Whenever I go someplace new
I can't help but think of you
Paname, paname
Mon coeur est à paname
Moi je suis mon âme
Comme une vrai gitane
Paname, paname
Mon coeur est à paname
Mais je suis mon âme
Je suis une vraie gitane
From Les Halles to Père Lachaise
Every part of you
Your worst your best
How could I forget sunset at Buttes-Chaumont
And crushing at my best friend's place
New iPhone
I'll always remember
La seine et la bastille
When for the very first time
People were listening to me
I'll never forget
The love and lessons I received
That's why I could never
Turn my back on you and leave
Paname, paname
Mon coeur est à paname
Moi je suis mon âme
Comme une vrai gitane
Paname, paname
Mon coeur est à paname
Mais je suis mon âme
Je suis une vraie gitane
Paname, paname
Mon coeur est à paname
Mais je suis mon âme
Comme une vrai gitane
The lyrics to Ayo's song "Paname" are a love letter to the city of Paris, or Paname as it's affectionately known. The singer reminisces about her time in the city, reminiscing about all of the special moments she shared with someone she loves. She sings, "Whenever I draw a card, you are my jack of hearts, it's written in the stars, we'll never be apart." This line shows that her love for Paris is as strong as her love for this person, and that they will always be intertwined.
Ayo mentions specific locations in Paris, such as Les Halles and Père Lachaise, as well as the Buttes-Chaumont park and the Seine and Bastille areas. These places hold special memories for her, both good and bad, and they all contribute to her deep connection to the city. She also talks about the first time people started listening to her and her gratitude for the love and lessons she received while living in Paris.
Throughout the song, Ayo refers to herself as a "vraie gitane" or true gypsy, emphasizing her wandering spirit and love of travel. The song is a beautiful tribute to a city that has captured the hearts of many, and Ayo's personal connection to it shines through every lyric.
Line by Line Meaning
Whenever I draw a card
Every time something unexpected happens in my life
You are my jack of hearts
You are the one who always comes to mind when something unexpected happens
It's written in the stars
It was meant to be
We'll never be apart
We'll always be together
I'll cool it I'll cry whether you go
I'll endure the pain of your absence, even though it's difficult
I'm telling you the background's true
I'm being honest about my feelings
Whenever I go someplace new
Every time I experience something new
I can't help but think of you
I can't stop thinking about you
From Les Halles to Père Lachaise
From one area of Paris to another
Every part of you
Everything about you
Your worst your best
Both your flaws and your strengths
How could I forget sunset at Buttes-Chaumont
I remember the beautiful moments we shared
And crushing at my best friend's place
And the time we spent together with my friend
New iPhone
Even if I get a new phone
I'll always remember
I'll never forget
La seine et la bastille
The Seine River and the Bastille area of Paris
When for the very first time
The first time
People were listening to me
Others paid attention to what I had to say
I'll never forget
I'll always remember
The love and lessons I received
The experiences and knowledge I gained
That's why I could never
That's why I'll never
Turn my back on you and leave
Abandon you and go away
Paname, paname
Paris, Paris
Mon coeur est à paname
My heart belongs to Paris
Moi je suis mon âme
I am true to myself
Comme une vrai gitane
Like a true gypsy
Je suis une vraie gitane
I am a true gypsy
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Joy Olasunmibo Ogunmakin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@LIVINGFREEINAMERICA
When ever I draw a card
You are my jack of hearts
It's written in the stars
We'll never be apart
Akure I cry Ouagadougou
I telling you that god knows true
When ever I go someplace new
I can't help but think of you.
Paname, paname
Mon coeur est à paname
Moi je suis mon âme
Comme une vrai gitane
From Les Halles to Père Lachaise
Every part of you
Your worst your best
How could I forget sunset at Buttes-Chaumont
And crashing at my best friend's place
Who I phoned
I'll always remember
La seine et la bastille
When for the very first time
People were listening to me
I'll never forget
The love and blessings I received
That's why I could never
Turn my back on you and leave
Paname, paname
Mon coeur est à paname
Moi je suis mon âme
Comme une vrai gitane
@pierreguinot9238
Merci comme parisien mais surtout merci bien avant cette chanson pour votre grâce et votre générosité qui sont dans votre voix ❤
@pierreguinot9238
Merci Ayo que j’écoute depuis 10 ans. Vous êtes une si belle personne. Et merci parce que je suis de “Paname”. Le reggae et la France ça marche, depuis Serge Gainsbourg ! Merci encore, tout ce que vous faites c’est si beau, si généreux
@ludanowak7290
Piękne! Beautiful!
@omarthegreat4332
Love ayo one of the most original artist of the generation
@saiakhilesh5659
Magic of Ayo This beautiful soul. 🌻💚
@antonionunes729
Thanking the universal positive vibes that connected me to this Blessing....#Namaste Ayo
@jamesguevara9083
hey bro!! I do feel the same when I listen to Sister Ayo!!She is my light and I often cry listening to her.......see U around
@efouaboeessiomley8968
Ayo never deceives!!! Great Singer. Love you from Togo
@LIVINGFREEINAMERICA
When ever I draw a card
You are my jack of hearts
It's written in the stars
We'll never be apart
Akure I cry Ouagadougou
I telling you that god knows true
When ever I go someplace new
I can't help but think of you.
Paname, paname
Mon coeur est à paname
Moi je suis mon âme
Comme une vrai gitane
From Les Halles to Père Lachaise
Every part of you
Your worst your best
How could I forget sunset at Buttes-Chaumont
And crashing at my best friend's place
Who I phoned
I'll always remember
La seine et la bastille
When for the very first time
People were listening to me
I'll never forget
The love and blessings I received
That's why I could never
Turn my back on you and leave
Paname, paname
Mon coeur est à paname
Moi je suis mon âme
Comme une vrai gitane
@fennygypsy
😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 I have been singing this as "crashing at my best friend's place" new IPhone" I'm sooo dumb