Àfrica
Chorallaries of M.I.T. Lyrics


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One time for Africa
Let me hear you say Africa
One time for Africa
Let me hear you say Africa
Mama Africa ooh
Samlokoo
Lokoo
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
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

Overall Meaning

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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