The authentic and energetic youth band, within a short period captured the ears and eyes of Ghanaians and the neighbouring West African countries.
The potential the band had and the early discovery by an international agent brought the band to Europe,where they performed with overwhelming success in several festivals in Denmark and Sweden alongside Reggae & African well known Stars. The band was confronted with popularity and immigration problems within a short period of time. This brought about the disintergration of this wonderful band.
Kojo after a short while went solo. His first solo album >All I need is you < became a chart buster in Ghana. It was been played anywhere music sounds in the country. This album gave him the encouragement to continue and to become what he is today. THE Nr. 1 MUSIC STAR OF GHANA SINCE 1989.
Today, Kojo´s popularity in Ghana cannot be described with words alone. Series of awards, Nr. 1 hits in any Music charts around the country with any album he releases, nonstop airplays, TV shows in Ghana, Ivory Coast, Togo, Senegal and U.T.N.A.,(United Television Network of Africa), tells how fast his career is gaining grounds to cover Africa as a whole. He was currently nominated for the African Musician of the year 1996 held in Juli in Johannesburg, South Africa, only to be beaten by Papa Wemba.
Kojo has already made tours in Ghana, Togo, Nigeria, Senegal, he is currently on Tour in Ivory Coast till end of March, and Burkina Faso, playing only at State Halls and Stadiums for thousands of people. In Ghana any performance with the star gets sold-out.
He was invited direct from Ghana in ´93 as the aspiring star of Africa for the famous African Festival in Delft, Holland. He also passed through Denmark, Sweden, Switzerland, Germany and the U.K. performing upon the invitation of the African Societies thus making this tours more African than European.
It is time to get out from the national into the intercontinental market, the world should hear more about real live, love, happines, agony and poverty down in Africa.<< Kojo said.
Kojo plays Reggae with lots of African influences in the Lovers Rock style and Roots Reggae alongside authentic African songs. He sings in both English and vernacular. He has lady dancers, lady background singers and top Musicians who have worked with international Stars like Hugh Masekela and Miriam Makeba. He has a Master Saxophone player from Sierra Leone.
Bre Bre Anowaa
Kojo Antwi Lyrics
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Me w) Sika anka met) sika k)k)) mpaboa ama no anante mu
Me w) Sika anka mesi dan ama no ada mu
Maame adwoa.oh oh
Eno adwoa.oh oh
Wanyem me w) anigye3 mu awo me ama menyini aaa
3na eii menni hwee ooo...
.Enti dabiaaa me mpae3 me b) aaa ne s3
Bre Bre anowaa agya Onyame nhyira wo
Bre Bre anowaa)nto wo nkwa mu mma wo
Bre bre anowaa agya Onyame nhyira wo
Bre Bre anowaa maame wo de3 ni oo
The lyrics to Kojo Antwi's song Bre Bre Anowaa talk about the importance of money and the power it holds. The song describes how the singer, despite being a musician who sings praises in his songs, still prioritizes money above all else. He talks about how he will sing praises to the rich and wealthy in order to get their money, but will also speak truthfully and give advice to them as well. The chorus then breaks in, praising God for his blessings and asking for continued grace and goodness.
The song speaks to the reality of capitalism and how people's priorities can sometimes shift in order to survive in the world. Even as a musician who is supposed to be spreading love and positivity through his music, the singer recognizes the importance of money and the power it holds in society. He acknowledges that he may have to compromise his values in order to get ahead, but also understands the importance of remaining true to oneself and giving helpful advice to those he interacts with.
Overall, the message of the song speaks to the struggle of navigating a capitalist society and the importance of balancing one's values and priorities in order to get ahead.
Line by Line Meaning
Me de wo din b3to nnwom akyer3 aman 2x
I will sing praises to you, Oh Lord, for the rest of my days.
Me w) Sika anka met) sika k)k)) mpaboa ama no anante mu
I won't be greedy with my money, but will give to those in need.
Me w) Sika anka mesi dan ama no ada mu
I won't be selfish with my money, but will share with those who are hungry.
Maame adwoa.oh oh
Oh, mother Adwoa.
Eno adwoa.oh oh
Oh, sister Eno.
Wanyem me w) anigye3 mu awo me ama menyini aaa
When you see me in church, don't envy me and complain.
3na eii menni hwee ooo...
But rather, join me in prayer and worship.
May3 nnwomtofo) de3 mew) aaaa ne mpaebo.
I am a singer who prays as well.
Enti dabiaaa me mpae3 me b) aaa ne s3
So when I pray, join me in silence and agreement.
Bre Bre anowaa agya Onyame nhyira wo
Bless us, Oh Lord, with your grace and mercy.
Bre Bre anowaa)nto wo nkwa mu mma wo
Guide us in your path and walk with us.
Bre bre anowaa agya Onyame nhyira wo
Bless us, Oh Lord, with your grace and mercy.
Bre Bre anowaa maame wo de3 ni oo
Bless our mothers as well.
Contributed by Anthony D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Caasi
The translation in the English is not the as the local meaning....this is a powerful song. Please recheck the translation
@funnyshorts238
2024 anyone here yet 🎉
@razakabdul461
2024 anyone ❤❤❤❤
@stellaamissah7306
2024 are we here
@Priscy-dg2fp
God bless you Kojo Antwi ....Listening with my heart full of tears thinking if I will ever loose my grandma 😓...lost my Dad at age 3 and lived with my Grandma for over 25years ...My Grandma called me today advising me and asking me to keep even in her death and I feel soo sad that I feel I have not been able to take care of enough for her to die ..I just hope God help us to make her happy before she dies .
@CharlesJohnson-qf6uf
My name is Charles, and I live in Boston, MA. I was raised by my late grandma and late mom. They didn't have much, but I am grateful for what they did for me. I have a daughter named Yarboley. She was named after my late grandma. I am doing incredibly well for myself because my formative yrs, my late grandma kept warning me that, Charles, you had nobody in life, so you can't do the stuff other kids were doing at the time. It really stuck with me.
@simply_aj
am dancing with this song with my mum on my wedding day ..God please grant my mum and Dad with long life and health
@KaakyireGh_
We don’t look for old songs, we look for old memories
To the future generation, don’t let this masterpiece die ❤
@tynapamphlet6017
Who is here with me today ( mother's day )
@user-jp7cn2qj4t
What a masterpiece from the music man...2023 N beyond ❤