He grew up in the violent regions of Port Harcourt and it is those experiences that 2kay started writing music about from a very early age.
But trying to focus on the music was difficult when he had turmoil in his private life that reflected that going on in his surroundings. At the age of 12 he had to hawk kerosene on the streets to help his struggling mother maintain the family. It is perhaps here that 2kay was able to understand the power of his music as he proved a popular salesman with a selling and singing pitch.
He attended Community Secondary School, Bonny Island and then moved to Port Harcourt in the bid to make it into the university. This bid proved unsuccessful because of lack of funds, another hurdle he had to overcome.
2kay then made his way back to his native Bonny Island to take advantage of the oil and gas boom and get a job that would help him save the funds for his university education. In the meantime, with music on the backburner, he made ends meet by drawing portraits of people and marketing it to them for cash. Eventually he landed that employment during the constructing of the Nigerian Nlng project and that helped him raise the money he needed to continue his education.
Finally 2kay did gain admission to the University of Port Harcourt on a part-time course in Visual Arts. However he had to relinquish his place again because he ran out of funds.
When dropped out of school he made a brave decision to finally pursue his true love - music.
As usual he went after the music industry with a typical fervour. He began attending talent search upon talent search in the hope of catching the eye of a producer or a label. He approached Grafton Records on several occasions during the yearly Bonny Beach carnival. Finally, through sheer persistence and the will for his talent to be seen and heard, he caught the attention of Grafton Records CEO Tonye Ibiama when he performed in a competition that picked the local acts that were to perform at the 2009 Bonny Beach carnival.
Needless to say, 2kay came first in the contest, at the same time blowing away Tonye who immediately invited him for serious talks. Finally when the deal was sealed, a delighted Tonye knew that he had found a diamond fit for the new Grafton Streetz label.
"This man had paid his dues where it really mattered, on the street. There was no fake with 2kay, it was all real-life experience going into that sound. That intertwined with his undeniable talent and hunger is why I had to have this guy on our label. There is nobody going to work harder to make his music work for the audience than 2kay. And people are really going to appreciate and love the passion and commitment he brings. And believe me, this guy can bring it big style."
With the forthcoming release of his debut single 'Run this Town', 2kay realises a lifelong dream. And after working so hard to get to this point, don't think 2kay is about to stop there. He is soon to release his as yet untitled debut album from the material he has been honing in the studio since joining the Grafton stable.
No doubt, 2kay is the new hardest working man in show business.
Ladder
Mr. 2kay Lyrics
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E yee yoyo yo….
My mama yoyo…. yoyo….
No fall the ladder way you take climb am
no go fall the ladder way you take rich am
one day you go need am ooooh…. you go need am oh…
one day you go need am oooh… way you wan come down
no go fall the ladder way you take climb am
one day you go need am oooh…. you go need am ah
one day you go need am oh when you want come down
1 – Mr 2Kay
i want to tell unna story now —- akokowa
about the girl calling Gloria ya
the finest girl for the area
because of that she come dey do anyhow get-ta way you
her mama talk one she talk two neighbors beg her e don do
she big pass her mama turantu
her mama shout she shout back
Gloria vex begin bark ehhh….
after many many year of hustle
Gloria begin successful
but she was never peaceful
so she came back to area to beg for mama forgiveness ah…
but mama no dey ah…ah a….
mama no goooooooo…… chai
– Mr 2kay
No fall the ladder way you take climb am
no go fall the ladder way you take rich am
one day you go need am ooooh…. you go need am oh…
one day you go need am oooh… way you wan come down
no go fall the ladder way you take rich out
no go fall the ladder way you take climb am
one day you go need am oooh…. you go need am ah
one day you go need am oh when you want come down
2
charly way you no get na me be your guy way get your back
way you dey lack charly relax cause i get love for you
so tay kpeluity make we share
i no believe i see situation my guy my guy change am for me
because you make small money you come dey demo for me
when you go Dubai come back dey phoney for me dey show me duris
dey give me level oooh now oooh now oo…
never forget your humble beginning
never forget people way help you way support you
ehhh…….
No fall the ladder way you take climb am
no go fall the ladder way you take rich am
one day you go need am ooooh…. you go need am oh…
one day you go need am oooh… way you wan come down
no go fall the ladder way you take rich out
no go fall the ladder way you take climb am
one day you go need am oooh…. you go need am ah
one day you go need am oh when you want come down
In Mr. 2Kay's song "Ladder", he speaks about the importance of staying true to one's origins or roots. He advises listeners to be careful not to fall off or abandon the ladder that they used to climb to success or wealth because they may need it again in the future. The song tells the story of two women - Gloria and her mother - and the consequences of Gloria's decision to abandon her humble beginnings.
The first verse tells Gloria's story, beginning with how she was once a seemingly innocent girl, but eventually became wayward as a result of her beauty and attitude, which infuriated her mother and neighbors. Gloria left the neighborhood to seek success and eventually found it, but was never really at peace. She later returned to seek forgiveness from her mother but found out that she had passed away.
In the second verse, Mr. 2Kay speaks to his friend Charly, reminding him not to forget his humble beginnings and those who supported him, even as he gains success and wealth. He also assures Charly of his loyalty and willingness to support him.
The song's theme revolves around the idea of maintaining one's identity and loyalty to their past, even as they move up in life. Mr. 2Kay urges listeners to remain grounded, never lose sight of where they came from, and to be mindful of their actions as they journey through life.
Line by Line Meaning
No fall the ladder way you take climb am
Be careful not to lose what got you to where you are today.
no go fall the ladder way you take rich am
Don't forget the path that got you to success.
one day you go need am ooooh…. you go need am oh…
You never know when you might need the people or things that helped you climb the ladder.
one day you go need am oooh… way you wan come down
When you're ready to come down the ladder of success, make sure you have the support system in place to help you.
charly way you no get na me be your guy way get your back
I am your friend who always has your back, even when times are tough.
so tay kpeluity make we share
We should share our success with those who have helped us along the way.
never forget your humble beginning
Always remember where you came from and the struggles you faced to get to where you are today.
never forget people way help you way support you
Always show gratitude towards the people who supported you on your journey of success.
Contributed by Aaliyah A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@EurekaQuest
Been looking for this song for years I was trying to search lyrics but i didn't give up but today I found this😭❤
@eugeneehiagwina8090
Beautiful song. Well done Mr 2kay. Love it!
@tonyeibiama
3 weeks after still loving the track more and more. A preacher's song
@DonClarkGB
Respect Mr 2Kay, all your songs are educative and I love them. God bless you. My favourite still remains Who no like better thing
@carlosdos88
Don Clark
funanano finana
@huarachemolar278
Porno
@obscurecynthia
As always... Me too 👌🏾
@michaeldan8784
Very inspiring song, you're going somewhere!
@tonyhill3105
nice beat, good message as well from 2Kay and flavour. real cool.
@adjaflaviagalissaconteadja815
O melhor artista Africano flavour eu te amo muito❤️❤️❤️