Suku Suku Bam Bam
King Sunny Ade Lyrics


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Suku suku bam bam
Eni o ba wu ko be e
Suku suku bam bam
Eni o ba wu ko be e

Olo gi mi ti de o
Olo gi mi ti de o
Ekute para mo

Suku suku bam bam
Eni o ba wu ko be e
Suku suku bam bam
Eni o ba wu ko be e

Olo gi mi ti de o
Olo gi mi ti de o
Ekute para mo

Suku suku bam bam
Eni o ba wu ko be e
Suku suku bam bam
Eni o ba wu ko be e

Olo gi mi ti de o
Olo gi mi ti de o
Ekute para mo

Oro igba gbo lo mu mi gun'ri oke lo
Mo bo lo'wo awon o' ta to mi se bi ore si mi
Oro igba gbo lo mu mi gunri oke lo
Oh Baba

Oro igba gbo o
Lo mu mi gun'ri oke lo
Mo bo lowo awon o' ta aa
To mi se bi ore si mi ye a ye
Oro igba gbo lo mu mi gunri oke lo
Oh Baba

Oro igba gbo lo mu mi gun'ri oke lo
Mo bo lowo awon o' ta to mi se bi ore si mi
Oro igba gbo lo mu mi gunri oke lo
Oh Baba

Bi mo ti lo lo'no
Mo pade woli kan
Ohun bi mi pe bibeli mi da
Bibeli mi da aa o Baba

Bi mo ti lo lo'no
Mo pade woli kan
Ohun bi mi pe bibeli mi da
Bibeli mi da aa o Baba

Bi mo ti lo lo'no
Mo pade woli kan
Ohun bi mi pe bibeli mi da
Bibeli mi da aa o Baba

Bo 'jo ba yo lo'wuro aton imole saye
To o ba do 'san o agbi orun fo wa
To o oru ba a mu o a ma fi ye sa sho
Mo ba da 'le o adi osukpa fo wa
Bo osukpa tin yo n'irawo 'n yo
Sibe sibe ategun oo 'duro
A'un gba ategun sa'ra aa o mo bi to tiwa
Orisu omi la mo aa mo bi ojo tiwa
Ife t' Oluwa fe wa o polapo ju oo laiye n'bi

Irawo
Irawo mi o lo'un ton




Asiko mi oo lo de o ooo
Irawo mi o lo'un ton

Overall Meaning

The song "Suku Suku Bam Bam" by King Sunny Ade is an energetic, joyful celebration of life and love. The repetitive chorus is a catchy call-and-response that invites listeners to let loose and enjoy the moment. The phrase "suku suku bam bam" itself is a playful combination of sounds that suggests movement and excitement.


The verses are more introspective, with King Sunny Ade reflecting on his own experiences and spiritual beliefs. He references the Bible, describing it as his "shield," and makes references to the stars and the natural world as symbols of divine guidance. The song's bridge, which is sung with great intensity, seems to convey a sense of urgency as King Sunny Ade urgently calls out for help and guidance from God.


Overall, "Suku Suku Bam Bam" is a vibrant and uplifting song that combines elements of traditional Nigerian music with more contemporary influences. It is a testament to the power of music to bring people together and transcend cultural boundaries.


Line by Line Meaning

Suku suku bam bam
This is an expression of excitement and enthusiasm towards something that excites the singer/group.


Eni o ba wu ko be e
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group challenging anyone who is not excited to try to be.


Olo gi mi ti de o
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group acknowledging their personal strength and power.


Ekute para mo
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group saying that they are ready for anything that may come their way.


Oro igba gbo lo mu mi gun'ri oke lo
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group recalling past struggles and triumphantly declaring that they came out on top.


Mo bo lo'wo awon o' ta to mi se bi ore si mi
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group acknowledging the support of their friends who helped them through tough times.


Oh Baba
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group expressing thanks to their elders and ancestors for their guidance and wisdom.


Bi mo ti lo lo'no
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group reflecting on their past experiences and how they got to where they are now.


Mo pade woli kan
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group seeking guidance and wisdom from a Yoruba priest or holy person.


Ohun bi mi pe bibeli mi da
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group saying that they have found guidance and wisdom in the Bible.


Bo 'jo ba yo lo'wuro aton imole saye
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group saying that they will celebrate and dance when the sun sets and the night begins, symbolizing new beginnings and prosperity.


To o ba do 'san o agbi orun fo wa
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group warning that those who wish them harm will be judged by God above.


To o oru ba a mu o a ma fi ye sa sho
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group warning that their enemies will not succeed and will suffer embarrassment.


Mo ba da 'le o adi osukpa fo wa
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group saying that they are grounded and blessed, so their enemies cannot harm them.


Bo osukpa tin yo n'irawo 'n yo
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group saying that their blessings are as numerous as the stars in the sky.


Sibe sibe ategun oo 'duro
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group calling on the powerful medicine man to stand by them in times of trouble.


A'un gba ategun sa'ra aa o mo bi to tiwa
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group saying that they will grasp onto the medicine man's robes and hold on tight, trusting their guidance.


Orisu omi la mo aa mo bi ojo tiwa
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group acknowledging the power of water and the importance of balance and harmony in life.


Ife t' Oluwa fe wa o polapo ju oo laiye n'bi
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group calling on God's love and asking for unity and harmony in the world.


Irawo
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group calling on the stars for guidance and light.


Irawo mi o lo'un ton
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group saying that their guiding star will never set or fade away.


Asiko mi oo lo de o ooo
This line can be interpreted as the singer/group saying that their time has not yet come; they still have much to achieve.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: king Sunny Ade

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