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
Secret
Burna Boy Lyrics
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I know, know
I know, know, know, know, know
Baby, can you keep a secret (shh)
For a long, long time?
When you're awake or sleeping (shh)
Say my name no time
Baby oh, but I got my wife
I know you want, you want to be my wife
Hey, seh mek me tell you sometin', gyal, you fi relax
And don't be tripping when I'm gone 'cause I'll be back
Your friends dem inna yuh ears dem ah chat, naa naa
You nuh bodda listen none of dat
And don't you like it when I hit it from the back?
And don't you like it when I spend the money stack?
I got a wifey but nuh worry 'bout that
You already know that when I met you on the block
I know you wanna spend more time, spend more time
I know you wanna spend more time, but
Hey baby, can you keep a secret (shh)
For a long, long time?
When you're awake or sleeping (shh)
Say my name no time
I know you want to be my
Baby oh, but I got my wife
I know you want, you want to be my wife
Oh God
Me know me young but that nuh mean seh me dumb
Mi girl, I'm tryna show you where I'm coming from
You're only talking crazy 'cause I make you cum
Every time I bring you closer, closer
Smack your booty and choke ya
March like a soldier
When I tell you "come over", yeah
I know you wanna spend more time, spend more time
I know you wanna spend more time, but
Hey baby, can you keep a secret (shh)
For a long, long time?
When you're awake or sleeping (shh)
Say my name no time
I know you want to be my
Baby oh, but I got my wife
I know you want, you want to be my wife
She wanna dance to the beat, wanna conversate
Might end up in her bed, if it comes to that
It could be about a week when we on vacay
You know you got it coming when you come my way
Might fuck up in this club, 'bout a song away
Return the love for the woman that's the one for me
I give you everything, you still want it all from me
I will pull up when you need company
I know you wanna spend more time, spend more time
I know you wanna spend more time, but
Hey baby, can you keep a secret (shh)
For a long, long time?
When you're awake or sleeping (shh)
Say my name no time
I know you want to be my
Baby oh, but I got my wife
I know you want, you want to be my wife
You want to be my wife
You want to be my wife
The lyrics to Burna Boy's song "Secret" are about a man who is torn between his wife and his mistress. He wants to keep his affair a secret from his wife and asks the mistress if she can keep the secret for a long time. Despite his love for the mistress, he acknowledges that he has a wife and implies that he cannot leave her for the mistress. He tries to assure the mistress that he values the time they spend together and promises to be there for her when she needs him.
Burna Boy is trying to convey the emotions that come with infidelity and the difficulties that arise when trying to navigate a double life. He acknowledges that his actions are wrong but still cannot resist the temptation. He tries to communicate his feelings to both women but ultimately cannot decide which one to choose.
The lyrics also suggest that the mistress has her own desires and expectations, and Burna Boy tries to meet them while balancing his marriage. The song is a reflection of the complexities and emotional turmoil that come with trying to balance feelings for multiple people.
Overall, Burna Boy's "Secret" is a powerful message about the struggles and complexities of love and infidelity, and the consequences that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
I know, know
I understand fully
Baby, can you keep a secret (shh)
For a long, long time?
Can you keep confidential information to yourself for a considerable period?
When you're awake or sleeping (shh)
Say my name no time
No matter the time, remember my name
I know you want to be my
Baby oh, but I got my wife
I know you want, you want to be my wife
I know you desire to be mine, but I am already married, and you want to replace my wife
Hey, seh mek me tell you sometin', gyal, you fi relax
And don't be tripping when I'm gone 'cause I'll be back
Your friends dem inna yuh ears dem ah chat, naa naa
You nuh bodda listen none of dat
And don't you like it when I hit it from the back?
And don't you like it when I spend the money stack?
I got a wifey but nuh worry 'bout that
You already know that when I met you on the block
Hey, let me tell you something; you should relax and not be paranoid when I'm not around, your friends may tell you things, but don't listen to them. And don't you enjoy sex in the doggy style position or when I spend my money on you? I already have a wife, but don't worry about that; you knew that when we met.
Oh God
Me know me young but that nuh mean seh me dumb
Mi girl, I'm tryna show you where I'm coming from
You're only talking crazy 'cause I make you cum
Every time I bring you closer, closer
Smack your booty and choke ya
March like a soldier
When I tell you "come over", yeah
Oh God, even though I'm young, it doesn't mean I'm foolish. I'm trying to make you understand my motive. You're talking recklessly because of the pleasure I'm giving you. Every encounter I have with you draws us closer, and I smack your buttocks and choke you. You march like a soldier when I ask you to come over.
She wanna dance to the beat, wanna conversate
Might end up in her bed, if it comes to that
It could be about a week when we on vacay
You know you got it coming when you come my way
Might fuck up in this club, 'bout a song away
Return the love for the woman that's the one for me
I give you everything, you still want it all from me
I will pull up when you need company
She wants to dance and talk with me, but it might lead us to her bed. If we go on vacation, we could end up sleeping together. You provoke me to have sex with you every time we meet, and it could occur unexpectedly in this club. I'll remain faithful to my wife, the love of my life. Despite giving you everything, you still desire more, but I will always be there for you whenever you want company.
You want to be my wife
You aspire to be my spouse
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Tyrese T Boy, Craig Serani Marsh, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, Jeremy P. Felton
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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This is how music is supposed to be made, 3 artists from different genres of music, merging their styles together to create a masterpiece. All pride and egos aside.
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But this song has Caribbean footprints all over it I actually hear Dancehall, reggae and soca rhythms throughout the song