Àfrica
Chorallaries of M.I.T. Lyrics
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Let me hear you say Africa
One time for Africa
Let me hear you say Africa
Mama Africa ooh
Samlokoo
Lokoo
London to Naija
London to Naija
Our matter de scatta
Dey don de show us love
In the streets of Africa
Dey don de show us love
Anywhere that we go
One time for Africa
Let me hear you say Africa
One time for Africa
Let me hear you say Africa
Na the streets de show us love
Show us love
Now we aint going down
Cause our love is so strong
Now we de voice on every station
We get love from every nation
Our face is on television
Now we have a clearer vision
We thank the lord
Cause we don evolve
Assurance dey come
Davido pick my call
It's risky
London to Naija
We give dem Banga
London to Naija
Our matter de scatta
Dey don de show us love
In the streets of Africa
Dey don de show us love
Anywhere that we go
One time for Africa
Let me hear you say Africa
One time for Africa
Let me hear you say Africa
We gather the thing
And we de turn up the place for Africa
All my people wey dey for the place
Ewa kajo japa
Naija na my country that's why I dey de my day
I go chop amala
I go chop ewedu
Chinkafa atiwake
My land is green
Is green is green
My flag is green
It's green it's green
London to Naija
We give dem Banga
London to Naija
Our matter de scatta
Dey don de show us love
In the streets of Africa
Dey don de show us love
Anywhere that we go
One time for Africa
Let me hear you say Africa
One time for Africa
Let me hear you say Africa
Thatguydrew my boy
Dablins my bro
Rinno my g
Elda my guy
Traction
Mega d big producer
96 My brudda
Samz
Our face is on television
Now we have a clearer vision
We thank the lord
Cause we don evolve
Assurance dey come
Davido pick my call
It's risky
London to Naija
We give dem Banga
London to Naija
Our matter de scatta
Dey don de show us love
In the streets of Africa
Dey don de show us love
Anywhere that we go
One time for Africa
Let me hear you say Africa
One time for Africa
Let me hear you say Africa
The Chorallaries of M.I.T.'s song “Africa” is a celebration of African culture and the love that the continent and its people receive around the world. The first verse talks about the love and support that Africa receives from people all over the world, particularly in London and Nigeria, and how this love is reflected in African culture. The chorus encourages people to show their love for Africa by saying the continent's name, and the second verse talks about how Africa is on the rise and how its music and culture are becoming more recognized and respected around the world.
The song also includes references to popular Nigerian dishes and names of people associated with African music and culture. The lines "I go chop amala, I go chop ewedu, chinkafa atiwake" refer to traditional Nigerian dishes while the names mentioned in the last verse are individuals associated with the African music scene, from producers to musicians such as Davido.
Overall, “Africa” is an upbeat and celebratory song that encourages people to show their love for the continent and its people. The song showcases the growing cultural influence of Africa and its music around the world.
Line by Line Meaning
One time for Africa
Let's take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate Africa
Let me hear you say Africa
Show your love and pride for Africa by vocalizing it loud and clear
Mama Africa ooh
A term of endearment and respect for the African continent
Samlokoo
Unclear, may be a reference to the artist or a nickname
Lokoo
Unclear, may be a reference to the artist or a nickname
London to Naija
From London to Nigeria, showcasing the global reach and influence of African culture
We give dem Banga
We deliver hit songs
Our matter de scatta
Our content is highly sought after and spreading rapidly
Dey don de show us love
People are showing love and appreciation for our music and culture
In the streets of Africa
Our popularity and impact can be seen and felt throughout Africa
Anywhere that we go
Our music and culture has a presence and influence wherever we go
Na the streets de show us love
The people on the streets are embracing us and showing us love
Show us love
Keep showing us love and support
Now we aint going down
Our success and impact is only going to keep growing
Cause our love is so strong
Our passion and commitment to our craft is unwavering
Now we de voice on every station
Our music is being played on every radio station and heard by millions
We get love from every nation
Our music and culture is being embraced and appreciated by people from all over the world
Our face is on television
Our faces and music videos are being broadcasted on television
We thank the lord
We are grateful for our success and blessings
Cause we don evolve
We have grown and evolved as artists and individuals
Assurance dey come
Promises are being fulfilled and good things are on the horizon
Davido pick my call
Davido, a popular Nigerian artist, is reaching out and collaborating with us
It's risky
There are potential risks and challenges, but we are willing to take them to achieve success
We gather the thing
We bring together and showcase our talents and culture
And we de turn up the place for Africa
We are putting on a party or performance to represent and celebrate Africa
All my people wey dey for the place
All of our friends and fans who are with us
Ewa kajo japa
A slang phrase, meaning something like 'let's go and have fun'
Naija na my country that's why I dey de my day
Nigeria is my country, which is why I am proud and representing it at all times
I go chop amala
I'm going to eat a popular Nigerian food called amala
I go chop ewedu
I'm going to eat a Nigerian soup called ewedu
Chinkafa atiwake
A phrase in a local Nigerian language, meaning something like 'rice is life'
My land is green
Nigeria is full of vibrant and lush nature
Is green is green
Repeating the phrase to emphasize the beauty of the land
My flag is green
The flag of Nigeria is dominated by the color green
It's green it's green
Repeating the phrase to emphasize the color of the flag
Thatguydrew my boy
Reference to a friend or collaborator named Drew
Dablins my bro
Reference to a friend or collaborator named Dablins
Rinno my g
Reference to a friend or collaborator named Rinno
Elda my guy
Reference to a friend or collaborator named Elda
Traction
Unclear, may be a nickname or reference to a collaborator
Mega d big producer
A shoutout to a music producer named Mega D
96 My brudda
Reference to a friend or collaborator named 96
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Written by: Abbas Samaha
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