Umoh moved to live with his mother in England at the age of 17, but stayed active in the Nigerian music scene. He grew up a devoutly religious Christian, but became less so after he attended university in Norwich. In college he sang primarily in an American accent, influenced by his childhood spent listening to American hip hop music, but he transitioned to singing in his natural Nigerian-British accent before embarking on his professional career
Sweetness
Obongjayar Lyrics
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don't give me the runaround
I'm lacking what I found
in you
You make me feel right
Sweetness
Don't turn your lights out
On my way right now
Baby hold tight
Taste like
Strawberry
mango
pineapple juice
Girl as long as I got you I can't lose
Feels like
sunset in VI
Exceptional views
I'll do all that it takes just to get to you
(To get to you
)
Sweetness
Don't give me the runaround
I'm lacking what I found In you
You make me feel right
Sweetness
Don't turn your lights out
On my way right now
To you
Baby hold tight
She's making me crazy crazy for her
I wanna be your friend
I wanna be your lover
I know I'm not the only one
She make feel like number one
Oh baby
Can't nobody do me like this
She keeps me satisfied
She knows just what I like
I don't care what they're saying
I want your every side
I'll be your commando
I'll go to war for you
Girl let me love you senseless
Take down all your defences
I'll follow where you go
I'll risk it all for you
I can't resist your sweetness
Baby girl you're my weakness
Sweetness
Sweetness
don't give me the runaround
I'm lacking what I found In you
You make me feel right
Sweetness
Don't turn your lights out
On my way right now
To you
Baby hold tight
The lyrics of Obongjayar & Sarz's song "Sweetness" convey a strong desire and attraction towards someone who brings a sense of fulfillment and happiness. The singer pleads for the object of their affection to not play games or push them away, as they feel incomplete without their presence. The word "Sweetness" is used metaphorically to describe this person's captivating and irresistible nature.
The chorus emphasizes the profound impact this individual has on the singer's life. They compare the taste of their love to a delicious combination of strawberry, mango, and pineapple juice, symbolizing the sweetness and pleasure they experience in their relationship. The line "'Girl as long as I got you I can't lose' speaks to the singer's belief that as long as they have this person in their life, they have everything they need.
The second verse further emphasizes the singer's infatuation and their willingness to fulfill any desires or needs of their beloved. They express a desire to be both a friend and a lover, acknowledging their willingness to go to war and risk it all for the person they are enamored with. The lyrics also highlight the singer's awareness that they may not be the only one vying for their love's attention, but they still feel like the number one priority.
Overall, "Sweetness" is a song about craving and cherishing a love that brings immense joy and fulfillment, with the singer expressing their devotion and willingness to do whatever it takes to be with the person, while highlighting the intoxicating effect this person has on them.
Line by Line Meaning
Sweetness
Oh darling, you have a sweet and irresistible nature
don't give me the runaround
Please don't deceive or confuse me with mixed signals
I'm lacking what I found in you
Without you, I feel incomplete and missing something special
You make me feel right
Your presence brings me happiness and fulfillment
Don't turn your lights out
Please don't shut me out or reject me
On my way right now to you
I am eagerly coming towards you at this very moment
Baby hold tight
My dear, hold on firmly and stay with me
Taste like Strawberry mango pineapple juice
Your essence is as delicious and refreshing as a blend of strawberries, mangoes, and pineapples
Girl as long as I got you I can't lose
Having you by my side makes me feel invincible and ensures I never experience defeat
Feels like sunset in VI Exceptional views
Being with you gives me the same feeling of awe and beauty as watching the sunset in Victoria Island with its breathtaking views
I'll do all that it takes just to get to you
I am willing to go to great lengths and put in any effort necessary to reach and be with you
(To get to you
(To be able to finally reach and connect with you
She's making me crazy crazy for her
She drives me wild with intense desire and infatuation
I wanna be your friend
I desire a deep emotional connection and companionship with you
I wanna be your lover
I long to experience a passionate and romantic relationship with you
I know I'm not the only one
I understand that there may be others who desire you as well
She make me feel like number one
She makes me feel like the most important person in her life
Can't nobody do me like this
No one else can satisfy me or treat me in the same special way
She keeps me satisfied
She consistently fulfills and meets my emotional and physical needs
She knows just what I like
She understands my preferences and desires, catering to them perfectly
I don't care what they're saying
I don't pay attention to or let the opinions of others affect my feelings for you
I want your every side
I desire to know and embrace every aspect of your personality and character
I'll be your commando
I am ready to be your protector and fight for you without hesitation
I'll go to war for you
I am willing to face any challenges or obstacles for the sake of our love
Girl let me love you senseless
Allow me to love you passionately and without limits or restraints
Take down all your defenses
Let go of any barriers or walls you have and fully open yourself up to me
I'll follow where you go
I am devoted and will always be by your side, accompanying you wherever you may lead
I'll risk it all for you
I am willing to take any chances or sacrifice everything for the sake of our relationship
I can't resist your sweetness
I am unable to resist your enchanting and irresistible charm
Baby girl you're my weakness
My dear, you have the power to weaken and captivate me completely
Sweetness
Oh darling, you have a sweet and irresistible nature
Sweetness
Oh darling, you have a sweet and irresistible nature
don't give me the runaround
Please don't deceive or confuse me with mixed signals
I'm lacking what I found in you
Without you, I feel incomplete and missing something special
You make me feel right
Your presence brings me happiness and fulfillment
Sweetness
Oh darling, you have a sweet and irresistible nature
Don't turn your lights out
Please don't shut me out or reject me
On my way right now to you
I am eagerly coming towards you at this very moment
Baby hold tight
My dear, hold on firmly and stay with me
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Osabuohien Osareti, Steven Umoh
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Sofi_nurraa
This song is masterpiece 🦋 It needs more recognition
@bleedgreen2772
Facts.
@millyruto2524
i love how classic this feels
@joshuaa8462
If you agree with me, let's help share Sarz creations all over social media, let's show our appreciation for the loads of vibes. ❤️
@Hildasmood
would we call this Afrofunk? I love it
@jeffkensington4212
precisely,Hilda
@jadentshweneyagae4985
Sarz is so underrated..But nonetheless he is Something else!!😭♥️
@bernardodu8874
No his not underated
@ebilomaemmanuelwesteybeatz5587
He is not underrated
@castroleiro
Been waiting for his to drop new stuff. This is bananas.