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
Say So
Burna Boy Lyrics
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Thunder fire bout the country now
Everybody say dey want me now
Even your guards want to hunt me down
Cos I'm very very very big now hmm
I'm in VIP
You're biting your tongue trying to sing like me
Cos this one no be party na rave
You have every right to misbehave
You fit behave the way you like to behave
If anybody ask you tell them say
Na Burna boy wey say so
We fit come together like Lego
Migrate to gyrate o
Make we do the new dance wey dey reign o
Say Burna boy wey say so
We fit come together like Lego
Migrate to gyrate
O we no send the people wey dey rate o
l don't send una message If you no believe me
You can ask Levine or you can ask Quido Bakas o
If you believe dem
You can ask Ese hmm or you can ask Ogado
Or you can ask my brethren Dambo
And they will confirm this information about the trials and tribulations
We are to go through daily
So in this party I'm going crazy hmm oh Lord
So everybody put your hands up
And if you dey sitting down stand up
l say na Burna boy wey say so
We fit come together like Lego
Migrate to gyrate o
Make we do the new dance wey dey reign o
Say Burna boy wey say so
We fit come together like Lego
Migrate to gyrate
O we no send the people wey dey rate o
So baby ma lo se j'aiye mi
Baby jisoro
Baby beer and die the Hennessey
Sayo ba sayo
So baby ma lo se j'aiye mi
Baby jisoro
Baby beer and die the Hennessey
Sayo ba sayo
We're getting naughty in this place
Girl dem a want to rub the body in this place
I'm a like the way the girl wears a all the paint
So me and her never separate
l say na Burna boy wey say so
We fit come together like Lego
Migrate to gyrate o
Make we do the new dance wey dey reign o
Say Burna boy wey say so
We fit come together like Lego
Migrate to gyrate o
Make we do the new dance wey dey reign o
l say na Burna boy wey say so
We fit come together like Lego
Migrate to gyrate o
Make we do the new dance wey dey reign o
Say Burna boy wey say so
We fit come together like Lego
Migrate to gyrate
O we no send the people wey dey rate o
So baby ma lo se j'aiye mi
Baby jisoro
Baby beer and die the Hennessey
Sayo ba sayo
So baby ma lo se j'aiye mi
Baby jisoro
Baby beer and die the Hennessey
Sayo ba sayo
So baby ma lo se j'aiye mi
Baby jisoro
Baby beer and die the Hennessey
Sayo ba sayo
So baby ma lo se j'aiye mi
Baby jisoro
Baby beer and die the Hennessey
Sayo ba sayo
The lyrics to Burna Boy's "Say So" tell the story of his rise to fame and how it has brought both love and hatred from people. He warns that he may need a paramedic as things get crazy. He touches on his large and ever-increasing following, even amongst those who used to guard him. Burna Boy boasts that he is very big now, and everyone wants a piece of him. He acknowledges that people try to mimic him, but they can't quite capture his essence. Burna Boy describes his life as a rave where he can be wild and misbehave. He insists that anyone who inquires about him will find that his name is on everyone's lips. He encourages everyone to come toghether and enjoy themselves because he is there to take away the stress.
The song's chorus is a call for everyone to join Burna Boy in celebration as he states that he is the one who says so. The lyrics suggest that everyone should come together like Lego, migrate to gyrate and dance to the new dance style. Burna Boy highlights their willingness to turn up and not be bothered with those who rate them or don't.
The song's title 'Say So" implies Burna Boy's affirmation of his identity and authority in confidence. Burna Boy emphasizes that he is undisputedly the one calling the shots.
Line by Line Meaning
Its Lyric call the paramedic
The lyrics of this song are so hot that they may cause listeners to need medical attention.
Thunder fire bout the country now
There is a lot of chaos and trouble in the country right now.
Everybody say dey want me now
Everyone is now starting to recognize the artist's talent and wants to work with him.
Even your guards want to hunt me down
Even those who are meant to protect you might be after you when you become famous.
Cos I'm very very very big now hmm
The artist has become incredibly famous and successful.
I'm in VIP
The artist is currently in a VIP area in a club or event.
You're biting your tongue trying to sing like me
Others are trying to imitate the artist's style, but they are not doing it well.
But anybody that invite me I'm gonna be rocking anything I see
If invited to perform, the artist will give his best and entertain his audience with any type of music genre.
Cos this one no be party na rave
This is not just a normal party, but it is more like an intense, exciting rave.
You have every right to misbehave
You are free to let loose and have a good time at the event.
You fit behave the way you like to behave
You can behave however you want to, without judgment or criticism.
If anybody ask you tell them say
If anyone asks, just tell them this.
Na Burna boy wey say so
Everything being said is by Burna Boy.
We fit come together like Lego
We can come together and connect like Lego blocks.
Migrate to gyrate o
Let's move and dance together.
Make we do the new dance wey dey reign o
Let's dance to the popular new dance that everyone is doing right now.
O we no send the people wey dey rate o
We don't care about those who don't like or appreciate our music.
l don't send una message If you no believe me
The artist is not obligated to convince anyone who doesn't believe in his music.
You can ask Levine or you can ask Quido Bakas o
The artist's credibility and talent can be verified by asking Levine or Quido Bakas.
If you believe dem
If you trust their opinion/thoughts on the matter,
You can ask Ese hmm or you can ask Ogado
You can ask Ese or Ogado to confirm the same information.
Or you can ask my brethren Dambo
You can ask the artist's friends, Dambo, to confirm his talent and hard work.
And they will confirm this information about the trials and tribulations
They can attest to the difficult journey the artist has gone through to reach his current level of success.
So in this party I'm going crazy hmm oh Lord
The artist is having an amazing time and losing himself in the excitement of the party.
So everybody put your hands up
Everyone at the party is asked to raise their hands.
And if you dey sitting down stand up
If anyone is sitting, they are encouraged to stand up and enjoy the party.
So baby ma lo se j'aiye mi
Baby, let's enjoy ourselves and have fun.
Baby jisoro
Baby, dance and move your body.
Baby beer and die the Hennessey
Drink beer and consume a lot of Hennessey until the party ends.
Sayo ba sayo
Let's continue to drink until we are drunk.
We're getting naughty in this place
Things are getting wild and crazy at the party.
Girl dem a want to rub the body in this place
The ladies want to dance and rub their bodies on the guys at the party.
I'm a like the way the girl wears a all the paint
The artist likes the way the ladies have painted their bodies in bright colors, adding to the fun atmosphere of the party.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, IMMENSUM MUSIC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: DAMINI EBUNOLUWA OGULU, ERIC ISAAC UTERE, DAMINI OGULU, ERIC ISSAC UTERE, PIRIYE ISOKRARI
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