Africa
Dion Timmer feat. Excision Lyrics
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African Dream
Does anyone wanna take me down?
I am an African Lover
African Dreamer
Just wanna live my life, life
African Life
Does anyone wanna take me down?
I am an African Lover
African Dreamer
Just wanna live my life, life...
Just wanna live my life...
Just wanna live my life. Africa, Africa, Africa, Africa
Just wanna live my life. Africa, Africa, Africa, Africa
African Life
African Dream
Does anyone wanna take me down?
I am an African Lover
African Dreamer
Just wanna live my life, life...
Just wanna live my life...
Just wanna live my life...
Just wanna live my life. Africa, Africa, Africa, Africa
Just wanna live my life... Africa, Africa, Africa, Africa
The lyrics to Dion Timmer feat. Excision's song "Africa" express a sentiment of pride in African identity and a desire to live a fulfilling life while embracing that identity. The repetition of the phrases "African Life" and "African Dream" highlights the importance of these concepts, as if they are central to the singer's sense of self. The question "Does anyone wanna take me down?" suggests a recognition of the challenges faced by those who embrace their African heritage, but the lyrics reject the idea of being held back or limited by others' perceptions. The repeated phrases of "African Lover" and "African Dreamer" show that these identities are important parts of the singer's self-conception, and the final line, "Just wanna live my life," reinforces the idea that they want to be themselves and pursue their own goals and dreams.
This song's lyrics reflect a wider trend in contemporary pop music towards embracing and celebrating cultures and identities that have previously been overlooked or marginalized. Many artists are now seeking to create music that recognizes the rich diversity of human experience, and "Africa" is a prime example of this trend. By emphasizing the importance of African identity and the desire to live a fulfilling life, the song speaks to a universal human desire for self-expression and fulfillment, while also pointing towards the unique challenges faced by those who embrace their African heritage.
Line by Line Meaning
African Life
My life and existence is rooted in Africa and its traditions.
African Dream
My ambitions and aspirations are inspired by the culture and history of Africa.
Does anyone wanna take me down?
Is anyone trying to belittle or diminish my African identity and pride?
I am an African Lover
I am passionate about Africa's beauty, diversity, and rich heritage.
African Dreamer
As a dreamer, I seek new possibilities and opportunities for Africa to thrive and succeed.
Just wanna live my life, life...
All I want is to be free to express myself and live my life on my own terms, enjoying everything Africa has to offer.
Just wanna live my life... Africa, Africa, Africa, Africa
I want to embrace my African identity and culture, and incorporate it into every aspect of my life.
Just wanna live my life... Africa, Africa, Africa, Africa
Africa is the home of my heart and soul, and I want to celebrate it in all I do.
Writer(s): Marco Verkuijlen, Mly Med
Contributed by Brooklyn V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Armo
Wow, this song is so good that they named a continent after it
Cheema 15
Chill urballss
Black-Fox
what se jy
Paul McPoopiface
@ItsZarti I felt a great resistance whilst trying to r/wooooooosh you, what kind of sinister sorcery did you preform?
ItsZarti
Ight… before anyone does it to me.. r/SELFWOOSH cant WOOSH me now boys
ThE SoNg Is NaMeD AfTeR ThE CoNtInEnT SoUtH AmErIcA
Paul McPoopiface
@Notus or a irrelevant dude who’ll scream “stolen comment”
Juan Armando
escuchaba esto en mis últimos años de secundaria, rayos que nostalgia oírlo de vuelta, son años csm
PixelTheSketch
Same here
Feel Good Music
x2
Jeshua OwO
No sos el único amigo yo me puse a llorar