Various translations of his name include "high priest who does not lie" and "powers of miracles, the high priest does not live", and he claims he was born with dreadlocks, the "holy" hairstyle of Rastafarianism.
Fashek first gained national fame on a television show in the early 1980s, then toured for many years with The Mandators. In 1987, he began a solo career and quickly became the biggest reggae singer in the country. His song 'Send Down The Rain' was especially popular. He won six awards at the PMAN ceremony and then signed to CBS Nigeria in 1988 before moving to Island Records' Mango imprint (a label more accustomed to marketing reggae internationally). His first album for the company included a cover version of Bob Marley's "Redemption Song".
He subsequently recorded several albums for various labels, including Rainmaker for Tuff Gong (1997) and Little Patience for Coral (2004).
Sugar Daddy Sugar Mommy
Majek Fashek Lyrics
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me no wan me no need no sugar mummy
no sugar daddy no sugar mummy
me no wan me no need no sugar mummy
cos dis da truth a dis d right n dis reality
say wisdom is better than silver n gold a dis divinity
no dugar mummy no sugar daddy
The lyrics of "Sugar Daddy Sugar Mommy" by Majek Fashek reflect his stance on relationships that are based on financial gain rather than genuine love and connection. Fashek makes it clear that he does not want or need a "sugar daddy" or "sugar mommy," which refers to an older person who provides financial support in exchange for companionship or sexual favors. He believes that this type of arrangement is not based on truth or reality, but rather on materialism and greed.
Fashek emphasizes the importance of wisdom over material possessions, noting that it is better to have insight and understanding than to be rich. He likens this wisdom to divinity, suggesting that it is a spiritual quality that is more important than worldly success. Essentially, Fashek is rejecting the notion that money can buy happiness or fulfillment in love, and urging his listeners to seek deeper connections that are not rooted in financial gain.
Overall, Majek Fashek's "Sugar Daddy Sugar Mommy" is a powerful message about the dangers of allowing money to dictate our relationships. By emphasizing the importance of spiritual values like wisdom and truth, Fashek encourages his listeners to seek meaningful connections based on mutual understanding and respect.
Line by Line Meaning
sugar daddy sugar mummy
I do not desire or require a wealthy older man or woman to financially support me
me no wan me no need no sugar mummy
I am not interested in having a sugar mummy to provide for me
no sugar daddy no sugar mummy
I do not want to be involved with either a sugar daddy or sugar mummy
me no wan me no need no sugar mummy
I do not need a sugar mummy to take care of me because I am capable of taking care of myself
cos dis da truth a dis d right n dis reality
This is the honest and correct way of thinking and seeing things
say wisdom is better than silver n gold a dis divinity
Knowing what's right is more important than material wealth, it's a divine truth
no dugar mummy no sugar daddy
I want to live my life without reliance on sugar mummies or daddies
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