Hustle
Basketmouth Lyrics

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Hustle no be beans o

Ijewuamaka
Ene something enimadu kekoku
Biko nekwa kekeha
My brother anything that you do
Good things go fall on you
Always be on the move

My brother

Hustle no be beans o
Hustle no be beans o
My sister
Hustle no dey chill o
Hustle no dey chill o
Chill o chill o

Ijewuamaka
Ijewuamaka
Biko nekwa kekeha
Oh everything that you do
Good things go come to you
Always be on the move
My brother

Hustle no be beans o
No be rice no be moi moi
No be beans no be fish no be joyjoy
Hustle no dey chill o
Hustle no dey chill o
Eh my brother

Hustle no be beans o
Hustle no be beans oh eh
Hustle no dey chill o
Hustle no dey chill o
Hustle no dey chill o

Eh I will never be a low life
Me I only get one life
Mama pray for me everyday she say more life
Today I work day and night because is your life (My brother o)
Ta n fe ni
Owo ta fe ni
Eniyan o f'eni foro
Ori eni
Kari ka feso ko
See who go dey for me oh
Ta n fe ni
Owo ta fe ni
Eniyan o f'eni foro
Ori eni
Kari ka feso ko
See who go dey for me oh
Money no be everything
Na lie dem dey tell my brother o
Money no be everything
Na lie dem dey tell my sister

Hustle no be beans o
Hustle no be beans o
My sister
Hustle no dey chill o
Hustle no dey chill o
Chill o chill o

Hustle no dey chill o
Hustle no dey chill o
Hustle no dey chill o

Hustle no dey chill o
Hustle no dey chill o

Overall Meaning

The song "Hustle" by Basketmouth is a motivational song that encourages people to work hard, reminding them that there is no easy or free money. The lyrics declare that "hustle no be beans" which means that earning money requires hard work, dedication, and persistence. The song also offers hope and inspiration, reminding listeners that good things will come as long as they keep moving forward and never give up.

The lyrics are simple and easy to understand, using relatable language and phrases. The use of Igbo language adds a local flavor and emotional resonance, making the song feel intimate and personal. The repetition of the phrase "hustle no be beans" emphasizes the message of the song and conveys the importance of hard work.

The song touches on the themes of family, determination, and the struggle for success. The artist talks about the sacrifices he makes, working day and night to pursue his dreams and secure a better life for himself and his loved ones. The song also preaches against living a low life, striving for more and never settling for less.

Line by Line Meaning

Hustle no be beans o
Hustling is not an easy feat

Ijewuamaka
Unknown meaning

Ene something enimadu kekoku
Unknown meaning

Biko nekwa kekeha
Please go and get a kekeha (tricycle)

My brother anything that you do
Whatever you do my brother

Good things go fall on you
You shall receive good things

Always be on the move
Keep working hard and never stop

My sister
Unknown meaning

Hustle no dey chill o
Hustling requires you to work tirelessly

Ijewuamaka
Unknown meaning

No be rice no be moi moi
Hustling requires more than just the basic necessities