In the year 2000, Kefee ‘playfully’, with the help of a friend, composed an album which they titled “TRIP/” The album was a considerable success as it got them to events where they performed against artistes like Tony Tetuila and the Plantation Boiz.
The ‘#TRIP’ album brought her fame in Benin, as hers was largely considered the first female group to show distinctive musical qualities. After the two friends parted ways, Kefee kept at her musical passion, and in 2003 she signed on with Alec Music, releasing her first solo as a female artiste.
The #BRANAMA album sold 9,000 copies within three weeks of release, and in a month, sales had jumped higher than the 2,000,000 benchmark. She quickly rose to becoming Nigeria’s hottest female artiste and won several awards. Her fan base commensurately spread all over Africa, and even on the international front as she often honored requests to perform in London as with other parts of Europe.
#BRANAMA2, her sophomore album was equally as resounding a success as the first and in 2009 she released “A Piece of Me.” “A Piece of Me” is noteworthy for its diversity, being a blend of Afro-Pop, R&B Classic and Traditional African musical genres.
She is the founder of BRANAMA AFRIQUE, an entertainment gig established in 2007 and also the founder of the Kefee Peace Foundation (KPF.)
Kefee died in the early hours of 13th of June 2014
Do
Kefee Lyrics
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We appreciate all u done for us
Tanks for ur love and strength to us
We wouldn't have being here without u thank God for given us u two
You where dere to teach us how to walk
You where dere to teach us how to talk
U where dere watch us go to school.dats y I say
Doh doh...
Papa Dis song is for u too
Even though we didn't have much
U still gave my life a special touch
U madecme learn how to sing
And now am gonna let u praise Dis ring
Bcau wen dere was no hope inside
U told me everything gonna be alright
You where dere
U were dere to comfort me me
You were dere
And he supply my every need and that's y I wanna thank u
Wado eh wado ehhhhhh...
Bekoso lujewell mojaba remore serola yebekos jakaye kokoroko2*
The lyrics of Kefee's song "Do" is a song of gratitude to both parents for their undying love, guidance, and support. The song opens with the phrase "Wado Wado," which means "Thank You Thank You." The first verse is directed towards the parents who have been there from the start of the singer's journey. They taught the singer how to walk, talk, and watched them go to school, and without them being there, the singer wouldn't be where they are today. The chorus begins with "Mama, this song is for you. Papa, this song is for you too." This shows how both parents have played a pivotal role in the singer's life, and the singer acknowledges that they wouldn't be where they are today without them.
The second verse talks about how the parents didn't have much growing up but still managed to give their child a special touch to life. They are grateful for the sacrifices made to ensure the singer had a better life. The singer also talks about how they learn how to sing thanks to their parents' influence and now want to give them something back in gratitude. The bridge states, "You were there to comfort me, and He supplied my every need," speaking to the spiritual guidance provided by the parents. The song ends with the chorus, repeating the phrase "Wado Wado" as a final expression of gratitude.
Line by Line Meaning
Wado wado
We are grateful, and we appreciate everything you have done for us.
We appreciate all u done for us
Thank you for all that you have done for us.
Tanks for ur love and strength to us
Thank you for your love and support that has helped us become who we are today.
We wouldn't have being here without u thank God for given us u two
We wouldn’t be here without you, and we thank God for bringing you into our lives.
You where dere to teach us how to walk
You were there to teach us the basics, like how to walk.
You where dere to teach us how to talk
You were there to teach us how to communicate, to talk and express ourselves.
U where dere watch us go to school.dats y I say
You were there to watch us go to school and that is why we are thankful.
Doh doh...
And so, we say 'thank you.'
Mama this song is for you
Mother, this song is dedicated to you.
Papa Dis song is for u too
Father, this song is dedicated to you as well.
Even though we didn't have much
Even though we didn’t have many material possessions.
U still gave my life a special touch
You gave my life a sense of uniqueness and value.
U madecme learn how to sing
You taught me how to sing and gave me the gift of music.
And now am gonna let u praise Dis ring
And now, I want to give you something in return, to thank you.
Bcau wen dere was no hope inside
When there seemed to be no hope or solution.
U told me everything gonna be alright
You assured me that everything would turn out okay.
You were dere
You were there for me through thick and thin.
U were dere to comfort me me
You were there to comfort me when I needed it the most.
And he supply my every need and that's y I wanna thank u
And God supplied all my needs, that’s why I want to thank you.
Wado eh wado ehhhhhh...
We are grateful, and we say thank you.
Contributed by Maria B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@eruotormary2466
Listening to this song here in 2021 still bring tears to my eyes😢😢rest on Kefee we love you
@chinweikemefune6699
I just watched this and I have eyes filled with tears....your parents would miss you more....i love my parents and will never stop thanking them.* crying
@eloghene
Watching this and can’t help but imagine how such an OG you would have been. May your soul Rest In Peace our Urhobo legend 🥹🙏🙏🙏
@ntuthukomtsweni3306
I love this song, i loved this woman
@joeekejija907
Keep on resting Golden voice Kefee
@jevweayomanor4370
U will always be remembered, rest on branama queen.
@lisaoleka
😭😭😭, kefee, you are greatly missed. This was one of the song I always anticipated on silverbird tv when I was younger. It's still my best. RIP
@oekuase6633
She was just too talented. Very beautiful soul. RIP Kefee.
@xxxChristybabexxx
One of my favourite songs of hers!! Love you kefee rest in peace!! Xxx lots of love from a fan in Ireland
@xxxChristybabexxx
Back again three years later! Searched for ages, love you Kefeee 2017 and onwards ♥️