Femi was born in London on 16 June 1962 and grew up in the former Nigerian capital Lagos.
Like his father, Femi has shown a strong commitment to social and political causes throughout his career, but he differs in his religious views.
In 2001, Femi collaborated with a number of US musicians such as Common, Mos Def, and Jaguar Wright, on his Fight to Win album. This album was widely regarded as the most influential Neo-Afrobeat album of the early 21st century.
Demo Crazy
Femi Kuti Lyrics
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Na dis democrazy make us crazy
Demo democrazy make us crazy
Na dis democrazy make us crazy
So we cry, we cry, we complain and cry
Demo democrazy make us crazy
Na dis democrazy make us crazy
I say dis democrazy dey make we mad
We must dey craze dey look as dem dey chop our money
We must dey craze dey look as dem dey chop our oil
People no get notin for dis land of honey
So we cry, we cry, we complain and cry
We no ready to fight
Because we wait for Jesus Christ
To come down with Him shining light or something
The song "Demo Crazy" by Femi Kuti speaks of the disillusionment and frustration that comes with living in a society plagued by government corruption and failed democracy. The lyrics talk about how democracy, instead of being a positive force for change, has led to chaos and madness among the people. The repetition of the phrase "Demo democrazy make us crazy" emphasizes the frustration and desperation felt by the people.
The song's lyrics also highlight the way in which the government's mismanagement of resources has led to poverty among the people. Femi sings about how people have nothing in a land of plenty, emphasizing the stark contrast between the wealth of the country and the poverty of its citizens. The frustration reaches a boiling point in the chorus where Femi repeats that this democracy is driving them insane.
Femi Kuti's "Demo Crazy" is a powerful message about the state of democracy in Nigeria and how it has failed the people. It speaks of the desperate need for change and highlights the pain and suffering that the people endure on a regular basis.
Line by Line Meaning
Demo democrazy make us crazy
The corrupt, ineffective state of democracy in the country is driving us insane.
Na dis democrazy make us crazy
This is the particular state of democracy that is causing our distress.
So we cry, we cry, we complain and cry
We express our complaints and frustrations repeatedly, but they remain unaddressed.
I say dis democrazy dey make we mad
I repeat, it is this specific state of democracy that is driving us to madness.
We must dey craze dey look as dem dey chop our money
We must continue to watch helplessly as our leaders embezzle our funds.
We must dey craze dey look as dem dey chop our oil
We must continue to watch helplessly as our leaders exploit our natural resources for their personal gain.
People no get notin for dis land of honey
The ordinary citizens of this country have nothing to show for its abundant resources and potential.
We no ready to fight
We are not yet prepared to take up arms or engage in violent protests.
Because we wait for Jesus Christ
We are hoping and praying for a miraculous intervention to save us from our predicament.
To come down with Him shining light or something
We believe that divine intervention or a charismatic leader could provide a solution to our problems.
Writer(s): femi kuti
Contributed by Ruby P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@naturepositive7707
Great beat!
@peterpraise6211
Nigeria democracy is really a craze type
@chukwuokoro2036
Demonstration of craze....🤣😂
@parzrelmuzik
NICE