He rose to prominence in 2012 after releasing the lead single "Like to Party" from his debut studio album, L.I.F.E (2013). In 2017, Burna Boy signed with Bad Habit/Atlantic Records in the United States and Warner Music Group internationally. His third studio album Outside (2018) marked his major-label debut. In 2019, he won Best International Act at the 2019 BET Awards
Damini Ogulu was born in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.[5] His father managed a welding company and his mother worked as a translator. Benson Idonije is his grandfather.[6] Ogulu grew up in southern Nigeria
Burna Boy's fourth studio album African Giant was released on July 26, 2019. It has been supported by six singles: "Gbona", "On the Low", Killin Dem", "Dangote", "Anybody" and "Pull Up". He began recording the album in 2018. He told Billboard magazine that the album is his most personal yet. He first revealed plans to release the album in April 2019, and held a private listening session in Los Angeles. Photos and videos from the listening session were shared on social media. African Giant was initially announced as a 16-track album.
In order to promote the album, Burna Boy will headline the African Giant Returns tour, the second leg of his African Giant tour
Killin Dem
Burna Boy Lyrics
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(Abulabulalua) (it's Kel P vibes)
Zlatan
Tear when killing them sha
Because I swear God the vibe go killy dem kpa
Ruff ruff ruff, we go dey wound dem like that
Oga boss make I no be abeleja
Je o mo!
(Popopo popopo popopo popopo popopo po po)
Gbe body e, (po)
Grr, gbese gbese, gbe soul e
Eh eh
Grr, gbese gbese
Jojo kijo jo
Make you no dey filo kulo lo
Jolo mi jolo, eh
Where the money, where the money? Nana nana, ahh ah
Won ni elo ni (elo ni)
We making money rush rush like indomie (indomie)
Ah, suppose that ya worth it (my Lordy)
Baby sho mo Giuseppe Zanotti (Zanotti ah)
Je o mo!
Tear when killing them sha
Because I swear God the vibe go killy dem kpa
Ruff ruff ruff, we go dey wound dem like that (we go dey wound dem like that)
Oga boss make I no be abeleja (ahh, ah)
You are not Ayefele, so what's your excuse? (Whoa)
It is my time there's nothing you can do
Oya gbese bi eni to de fe ja Kung Fu
Ibile ibile mo wo le de, other rappers sonu
Oya, who dey, who dey who dey who dey?
Zlatan Ibile, Burna l'ewon lere
Won m'ogun l'efo won lon mu mi sere
Won gun yan mi kere nisin mo fimu won fan fere
Oya, Halle, Hallelujah
Rap n ta lenu se bi ti suya
Ma je ko ya e lenu tin ba lo ra Bimmer
Able God lasan legbo te lo n shiver
Ekule lo so fun toko toko
Mo ti wole ko ma needi kon dibo
Baba e, ju mari mari ju pac o, eruku ni mo ba to
Mo gbe Zanku wole, mo ni ko fade Shaku Shaku
Je o mo!
Tear when killing them sha
Because I swear God the vibe go killy dem kpa
Ruff ruff ruff, we go dey wound dem like that (we go dey wound them like that)
Oga boss make I no be abeleja, eh
Yenyen o, yenyen o
Back in the days dem dey use me do yeye o yeye o
What's on my wrist, on my neck? E be Dia o, Dia o
I no dey look Uche, I dey denge o, pele o ahh ah
Won ni elo ni (elo ni)
We making money rush rush like indomie (indomie)
Ah, suppose that ya worth it (my Lordy)
Baby sho mo Giuseppe Zanotti (Zanotti ah)
Je o mo!
Tear when killing them sha
Because I swear God the vibe go killy dem kpa
Ruff ruff ruff, we go dey wound dem like that (we go dey wound them like that)
Oga boss make I no be abeleja, ahh ah
Tear when killing them sha
(It's STG)
The song "Killin Dem" by Burna Boy featuring Zlatan is a high-energy and upbeat track that encourages listeners to dance and enjoy themselves. The song is a fusion of afrobeat and Zanku (a popular dance style in Nigeria). The lyrics revolve around the idea of showing power and strength while making money and enjoying life.
The chorus is a repetition of the phrase "Tear when killing them sha, because I swear God the vibe go killy dem kpa" which can be translated to mean that the vibe is so strong, it will have others uncontrollably dancing and enjoying themselves. The use of the word "killy" adds a playful twist to the lyrics and emphasizes the infectious feel of the song.
The verse by Zlatan highlights his talent as a rapper and his ability to mix Yoruba and English to create catchy rhymes. He references his rise to fame and the fact that people who once ignored him now want to win his favor. This theme of overcoming obstacles and rising to success is a recurring theme in Nigerian music and is often celebrated in popular songs.
Overall, "Killin Dem" is a fun and catchy song that celebrates success, power, and enjoyment of life through dance and music.
Line by Line Meaning
(Abulabulaluelu) gbe body eh
Move your body energetically
(Abulabulalua) (it's Kel P vibes)
This music is produced by Kel P
Zlatan
Zlatan is here
Tear when killing them sha
We'll make them cry when we dominate them
Because I swear God the vibe go killy dem kpa
Our energy will destroy them for sure
Ruff ruff ruff, we go dey wound dem like that
We'll hurt them badly like a wild dog
Oga boss make I no be abeleja
As the boss, I can't be weak and helpless
Je o mo!
Don't you get it?!
(Popopo popopo popopo popopo popopo po po)
Sound effects
Gbe body e, (po)
Move your body vigorously
Grr, gbese gbese, gbe soul e
Dance crazily
Eh eh
Expression of excitement
Jojo kijo jo
Sound effects
Make you no dey filo kulo lo
Don't hesitate or waste time
Jolo mi jolo, eh
My dance is special
Where the money, where the money? Nana nana, ahh ah
Where is the cash?
Won ni elo ni (elo ni)
They are asking what's up?
We making money rush rush like indomie (indomie)
We are earning money rapidly like eating noodles
Ah, suppose that ya worth it (my Lordy)
I deserve my wealth
Baby sho mo Giuseppe Zanotti (Zanotti ah)
Do you know Giuseppe Zanotti shoes?
You are not Ayefele, so what's your excuse? (Whoa)
You don't have a disability to use as an excuse?
It is my time there's nothing you can do
This is my moment of success
Oya gbese bi eni to de fe ja Kung Fu
Dance like you want to fight Kung Fu
Ibile ibile mo wo le de, other rappers sonu
I'm a local boy, where are other rappers?
Oya, who dey, who dey who dey who dey?
Who is there?
Zlatan Ibile, Burna l'ewon lere
Zlatan Ibile and Burna boy are the ones dominating now
Won m'ogun l'efo won lon mu mi sere
They were harming me then but now they respect me
Won gun yan mi kere nisin mo fimu won fan fere
They used to mock me, now they follow me
Oya, Halle, Hallelujah
Say Hallelujah
Rap n ta lenu se bi ti suya
The rap is so hot like grilled meat
Ma je ko ya e lenu tin ba lo ra Bimmer
Don't let them stress you even if they see you in a BMW
Able God lasan legbo te lo n shiver
Only God's strength can guarantee success
Ekule lo so fun toko toko
The earpiece is telling me something
Mo ti wole ko ma needi kon dibo
I'm in a mood to dance and I don't need any permission
Baba e, ju mari mari ju pac o, eruku ni mo ba to
God, protect me from enemies
Mo gbe Zanku wole, mo ni ko fade Shaku Shaku
I'm dancing Zanku, not fading Shaku Shaku
Yenyen o, yenyen o
Nonsense
Back in the days dem dey use me do yeye o yeye o
They used to ridicule me in the past
What's on my wrist, on my neck? E be Dia o, Dia o
Check out my expensive accessories
I no dey look Uche, I dey denge o, pele o ahh ah
I don't have time for small things
Tear when killing them sha
We'll make them cry when we dominate them
Because I swear God the vibe go killy dem kpa
Our energy will destroy them for sure
Ruff ruff ruff, we go dey wound dem like that (we go dey wound dem like that)
We'll hurt them badly like a wild dog
Oga boss make I no be abeleja, eh
As the boss, I can't be weak and helpless
Tear when killing them sha
We'll make them cry when we dominate them
(It's STG)
The music is mixed and mastered by STG
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sentric Music
Written by: Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, Kevin Peters, Piriye Isokrari, Zlatan Ibile
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ighohenry5277
If you are here in 2024, thumb up
@MidiaTV1
Who's proud to be African..???
@keishajohnson5823
proud of NIGERIA (the country where this song is from). I DON'T care about the rest of the continent.
@donwolfman6986
We all
@waynedwyer1326
Berry N_B _A as a yardamn I’m a proud African - I know where my forefathers come from - but our spirit still the same - Africans love music and dance no matter where we are
@ldnsred5834
North africa. Love my african brothers around the continent ✌
@IamME200
Of course I am
@OsitaAlexis-uc4np
Anytime anyone like this comment l will come back here and listen to this song 🔥🔥
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2024 anyone?
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