Early Life
Mayowa was born on March 23, 1994 in Osun State.[5] He is the first child of three, born into a family of entertainers. His mother is a Nollywood actress and his father, an artist and movie producer. Mayowa was part of the choir at a very young age where he, according to him, "learnt the rudiments of music".[6] He has a degree in accounting from the University of Lagos, and was in a banking job before he was discovered in 2016.[7]
Music Career
Mayowa decided to leave his bank job to search for another due to bad pay, when his cover video was spotted by Davido in February 2016.[8] Davido followed him on twitter and Instagram, after which Davido asked him if he can do more than play the keyboard. He got a call from Davido the same day he wrote his resignation letter[9] and sent Davido some of the songs he already recorded. Davido decided to sign him to Davido Music Worldwide.[10] Mayowa released his first single under the label called "Eleko" in 2016. The video of the song gathered a million views in the first 10 days.[11][12] To his name, Mayowa has several singles including Yawa, Sade, Che Che, and Mama. In October 2018, he released singles "Posh" and "Fantasy" featuring Olu Maintain[13] in anticipation of his first studio album titled "The Mayor of Lagos".[14]. The Mayor of Lagos was released on the 16th of November 2018.[15] On December 1, 2018, it appeared on the Billboard World Albums chart, peaking at number 15.[16]
Posh
Mayorkun Lyrics
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Timba rah posh
Rah posh
Mashe testimony timba rah posh
Moma loo London moma wah posh
Moma woh Gucci Timbaloh church
Moraa zanoti okuu daposh
Miolee woh uber mio le woh bus
Mashe testimony timba rah posh
Moma shaa manya no be my fault
Ibi nah bosi no be my fault
Ohh whata feeliehh ehh ehh
Plenty shayo for my systeeeeeem
Ooohh whata feelieeh ehh ehh iyeee
Plenty shayo for my system
Yeepa
Mio le woh uber mio le bus
Mashe testimony timba rah posh
Moma shaa manya no be my fault
Ibi nahh bosi no be by force
Ooh whata feeleeeh ehh ehh
Plenty shayo for my system
Ooh whata feelieeh ehh ehh iyee
Plenty shayo for my system
I heard you living lavida local
Blow before you carry shoulder
If you mess with me is over
Over is over
You've been living lavida loca
Mess with me is over
Sorry for you is over
Over is over yeeh
Shey you go toshi
Shey you go toshi
If you enter my room shey you go toshi
Shey you go flushi
Shey you go flushi
When I drop my sh
Shey you go flush
Fowo leh e-money timba woh clubu
Mashe testimony timba rah posh
Miole woh uber miole bus
Ibi naah bosi no be my fault
Ooh whata feelieeeh ehh ehh
Plenty shayo for my system
Ooh whata feeling, eeh yeah
Plenty shayo for my system
Kiss
Moommmmaamaaaa bewudee
Mmmmmommmaaaaamaa bewude oo
Mmmmommmmmaaaaaa bewude
Mmmmmoooommma bewude
Mmmmmoooommma bewude
Mmmmmoooommma bewude oo
Mmmmmoooommma bewude
Shayo shayo shayo shayo shayoo
Moma loo London moma wah posh
Moma woh Gucci Timbaloh church
Moma naa dollar no be my fault
Moraa zanoti okuu dapotii
Miole woh uber miole woh bus
Mashe testimony timba raa poshii
Moma sha manya no be my fault
Ibi naah bosi no be my fault
Ohh whata feeling
Plenty shayo for my system
Oh whata feeling, eh yeah
Plenty shayo for my system
Yepa
Miole woh uber miole woh bus
Mashe testimony timba raa posh
Moma sha manya no be my fault
Ty mix
The lyrics of Mayorkun's song "Posh" focus on the luxurious and lavish lifestyle of the artist. In the chorus, the phrase "Timba rah posh" is repeated, which means "they're flaunting wealth" in Yoruba, a Nigerian language. The artist sings about his experiences with living the high-life, name-dropping popular designer brands such as Gucci and Timbaland, and expressing that it's not his fault he has money. He boasts about drinking plenty of alcohol and enjoying the lavish life, while mentioning that if anyone tries to mess with him, it's over. The phrase "moma sha manya no be my fault" means "I'm spending money, it's not my fault" in Yoruba.
The song speaks to the celebration of a luxurious lifestyle and promotes the idea that money and wealth can buy happiness. Mayorkun also alludes to the idea that money can control the actions and attitudes of others, as they will do anything to be associated with a rich and lavish lifestyle. This song may appeal to listeners who identify with or aspire to achieve the luxurious and wealthy lifestyle portrayed in the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Mashe testimony timba rah posh
I give testimony, I have become posh
Timba rah posh
Become posh
Rah posh
Become posh
Mashe testimony timba rah posh
I give testimony, I have become posh
Moma loo London moma wah posh
I'm going to London, I'm going to be posh
Moma woh Gucci Timbaloh church
I wear Gucci and Timbaland, I go to church
Moma naa dollar no be my fault
I have dollars, it's not my fault
Moraa zanoti okuu daposh
My girl has Zanotti and Daposh (brands)
Miolee woh uber mio le woh bus
I ride Uber, I ride the bus
Mashe testimony timba rah posh
I give testimony, I have become posh
Moma shaa manya no be my fault
I have many girls, it's not my fault
Ibi nah bosi no be my fault
I have a lot, it's not my fault
Ohh whata feeliehh ehh ehh
Oh, what a feeling
Plenty shayo for my systeeeeeem
I have plenty of alcohol for my system
Ooohh whata feelieeh ehh ehh iyeee
Oh, what a feeling
Plenty shayo for my system
I have plenty of alcohol for my system
Yeepa
Wow!
Mio le woh uber mio le bus
I ride Uber, I ride the bus
Mashe testimony timba rah posh
I give testimony, I have become posh
Moma shaa manya no be my fault
I have many girls, it's not my fault
Ibi nahh bosi no be by force
I don't have to do it by force
I heard you living lavida local
I heard you're living a low-key life
Blow before you carry shoulder
Achieve success before showing off
If you mess with me is over
If you mess with me, it's over for you
Over is over
It's done
You've been living lavida loca
You've been living a low-key life
Sorry for you is over
It's over for you, sorry
Shey you go toshi
Will you take off?
If you enter my room shey you go toshi
If you enter my room, will you take off?
Shey you go flushi
Will you go flush (drink)?
When I drop my sh shey you go flush
When I spend my money, will you go drink?
Fowo leh e-money timba woh clubu
Wire money to me, let's go clubbing
Mashe testimony timba rah posh
I give testimony, I have become posh
Miole woh uber miole bus
I ride Uber, I ride the bus
Ibi naah bosi no be my fault
I have a lot, it's not my fault
Ooh whata feelieeeh ehh ehh
Oh, what a feeling
Plenty shayo for my system
I have plenty of alcohol for my system
Ooh whata feeling, eeh yeah
Oh, what a feeling
Plenty shayo for my system
I have plenty of alcohol for my system
Kiss
Kiss
Moommmmaamaaaa bewudee
Mama (mother)
Mmmmmommmaaaaamaa bewude oo
Mama (mother)
Mmmmommmmmaaaaaa bewude
Mama (mother)
Mmmmmoooommma bewude
Mama (mother)
Mmmmmoooommma bewude
Mama (mother)
Mmmmmoooommma bewude oo
Mama (mother)
Mmmmmoooommma bewude
Mama (mother)
Shayo shayo shayo shayo shayoo
Alcohol, alcohol, alcohol
Oh whata feeling, eh yeah
Oh, what a feeling
Plenty shayo for my system
I have plenty of alcohol for my system
Yepa
Wow!
Miole woh uber miole woh bus
I ride Uber, I ride the bus
Mashe testimony timba raa posh
I give testimony, I have become posh
Moma sha manya no be my fault
I have many girls, it's not my fault
Ty mix
Ty mix (producer's name)
Writer(s): Adewale Mayowa Emmanuel, Mayowa Adewale
Contributed by Micah W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mattcino2665
I just like the spirit and Dedication put into this song & the video 🔥🔥❤️❤️
@omasholaprogress8820
I swear ❤
@zerk_chris1893
When you heard this you know he's grounding up to a new level!! Can't wait to see what follows 🔥🔥
@9jaFanx
If you love Mayorkun hit
@9jaFanx
Good
@taofikabdulrahaman3941
I love that guy hit so much
@shedracksmart897
One of my favorite song from mayorkun❤ this video deserves millions of views .
@angelocean365
This the best song in the world right now. I've partied from Miami to Barcelona to Jaimaca with this song as my soundtrack. RESPECT SUN!
@valentiniayamashio1830
Oh what a feeling, when I hear Mayor's voice 😍😍
@kingshaat1101
Those dancers...their vibe! 🙌🙌