Africa
King & D Lyrics

My name is Kingsley King
The singer introduces himself as Kingsley King.

It kills my heart
The singer feels deeply saddened.

To see how our youth
The singer is observing the plight of young people.

Are dying on open seas
Many young people are losing their lives while attempting to flee Africa by sea.

In the deserts, animals feed on our brothers and sisters
The harsh conditions of the desert have led to many deaths.

As they try to find a way out of Africa
Many young people are trying to leave Africa in search of a better life elsewhere.

What a shame
The singer is deeply disappointed.

Look at our Africa aaa
The artist is calling attention to the problems facing Africa.

Our youth are scattered every where
Young people are dispersed and struggling to survive.

Our youth dying on open sea
Many young people are losing their lives while attempting to flee Africa by sea.

Where they're trying to find greener pastures
Young people are searching for better opportunities and prospects elsewhere.

Ooh let's us make Africa better
The artist is calling for collective action to improve conditions in Africa.

Let's make Africa better aaa
The singer reiterates the need for improvement in Africa.

Ohhh, Africa is all yours, Africa better
Africa belongs to Africans, and improving it will benefit them.

Let's us make it better, let us make Africa better
The singer repeats the call for collective action to improve conditions in Africa.

Religion and politics
The artist identifies two powerful forces in African society.

They have destroyed Africa ooo
The artist blames religion and politics for many of Africa's problems.

There is no education or hospitals
Basic services like education and healthcare are lacking.

Our children scattered everywhere trying to survive
Young people are struggling to get by in difficult circumstances.

Ohh wowow
The artist is expressing shock or disbelief.

Guns in the air
Violence is a problem in Africa.

Protesters in the street
People are taking to the streets to voice their concerns.

Cops celebrating their defeated, No where to run
Police are not always on the side of the people, and it can feel like there is no escape from difficult circumstances.

Cornered by flames
People feel trapped or surrounded by dangerous situations.

Social unrest overwhelms everyday
Daily life is marked by instability and conflict.

I know they makn u feel like you on the bottom
The singer acknowledges that many people feel hopeless or powerless.

And when u lookn up you questioning where God is
It can be difficult to maintain faith in the face of such difficult circumstances.

Has he forgot us
The artist is questioning whether God has abandoned Africa.

We be runnin but we neva really hidin
People are constantly seeking a way out of difficult circumstances, but it's hard to escape them entirely.

Everywhere we go is just anutha way of dyin
New situations can be just as challenging and life-threatening as the ones people are trying to leave behind.

History alone says the people are the power
The singer believes that the people have the ability to change their circumstances.

But the power of the blood-shed belongs to Messiah
The artist suggests that real change will require divine intervention or guidance.

I wonder if he thought of you when the red trickled
The artist questions whether those who have suffered and died in Africa are remembered by God.

Like the same morning dew
The artist is making a metaphorical comparison between the blood shed in Africa and the morning dew.

That he promised when the moon fizzles
The singer is referencing a promise made by God or a higher power.

Cant believe the lies they telln to da world cuz when i See yo eyes
The artist is emphasizing the importance of personal experience and observation in understanding the truth about Africa.

I can see a million tales
People in Africa have many stories to tell and experiences to share.

Never lose hope cuz hope got ahold of you
The singer is encouraging people to maintain a sense of hope and possibility.

Remember why you live
The singer is reminding people to stay focused on their reasons for living and their goals.

Christ the King is a part of you
The artist is suggesting that faith in Christ can provide strength and support.

Im saying, let us make Africa better again
The artist is repeating the call for collective action to improve conditions in Africa.