Refuge
Pompi Lyrics

They say, "you better look before you reap!"
People say that you should plan ahead before you act.

But life often don't give a hole for you to peep.
However, life can be unpredictable and not always provide opportunities for planning.

We're all hoping - we're not a victim of defeat.
We are all hoping to avoid failure and disappointment in life.

Caught up in the life cycle,
Stuck in the repetitive pattern of life.

At the bottom of a chain - gotta exercise power.
Being at the bottom of a hierarchy requires taking control to climb up.

Conquest is the order of the day.
To succeed, one must be persistent and focused on conquest.

Ni - TAMANGA - everybody wanna get paid.
Everyone wants to make a living for themselves.

Ona Bana - and another one is on the way.
More challenges will come even after overcoming one.

But I'mma hustle up for us,
But I will work hard to provide for us.

I have been hunting all day.
I have been working hard all day to achieve our goals.

But I wonder - "would we still beat destiny,
I have doubts whether we can overcome fate.

If the word of the world got the best of me?"
If the opinions of others overpower my own desires.

Would you look at your ring with disappointment?
If I fail, would you regret being with me?

Or would pick up my arms and come and join in?
Or would you support me through thick and thin?

Like a soldier - when the days are colder;
Like a loyal soldier, through thick and thin.

Would I know my tears got a home on your shoulder?
Would I trust you to be my emotional support?

Would you keep my heart exposed to the vultures -
Would you protect my heart from those who want to harm me?

When the enemy is approaching?
When someone is coming to harm me.

When the world is too much;
When life becomes overwhelming.

And I feel out of touch.
When I feel disconnected and lost.

Can I run to you for refuge, baby?
Can I rely on you to provide comfort and security?

Naine nimalema,
I have entrusted myself to you.

This rock that you see -
The image you have of me may be unmovable.

Cannot always be -
But sometimes things change and the image is not accurate.

Will you be strong for me, yeah?
Will you be there to support me and be my strength?

Behind every successful man is a stronger woman,
Successful men often have supportive and strong women by their side.

As I am approaching success;
As I am getting closer to achieving my dreams.

I am assuming you'll be patient.
I am expecting you to be patient with me.

Embracing me at the low times.
Supporting me through difficult periods.

See potential in me, even when I got knocked downs.
Believing in me even when I fail.

If the worlds tempt you;
If the outside world influences you negatively.

Saying, "you can do better."
Encouraging you to strive for more.

With the emotions all aside - you gonna know better.
Ignoring your emotions, you will make the right choice.

That the man of your dreams;
The ideal man you have in mind.

Actually a dream killer.
Might not be the best fit for you despite what you thought.

"Love is all good but your stomach needs filling,
Love is great but practical needs must still be met.

"And you cannot have love for your dinner,
You can't rely on love to provide you with basic needs such as food.

"Sankha wa kang'ono - see a certified spinner,
Choose wisely, someone who can provide and support you.

"What's love if it can't keep you warm in the winter?"
Love is only useful if it can also provide comfort and security.

Would you boldly reply with your chin up;
Would you confidently stand up for yourself.

Saying in my defense;
Defending yourself in response to criticism.

"You ain't making sense don't lecturer me,
You are not making sense, don't lecture me.

"History says: WE GONNA LEARN FROM HISTORY,
History has taught us to learn from our mistakes.

"I choose to be different: I LEARN FROM MY MISERY,
I choose to learn from my own experiences, even if they are painful.

"Together through the pain, and together through the victory."
We will support each other through the good and the bad times.

That's a good thing,
This is a positive outcome of our relationship.

Cause you can't remember respecting a house that you never laid a brick in.
It's important to invest and contribute to something in order to feel a sense of ownership and respect.

Not a cool thing, I got faith in the man.
It's not cool to rely solely on someone else's success. I have faith in myself.

So I ain't going nowhere chasing the real big.
I won't give up in pursuit of my dreams.

(Speaking words, that will move me;
Expressing words that will touch my heart.

I (Can depend on you)
I can rely on you.

So tender and smoothing;
So gentle and calming.

I (Can depend on you)
I can rely on you.

You make me feel better,
You bring joy and positivity to my life.

You purify - my love - for you;
You cleanse and strengthen my love for you.

Is a burning fire
My love for you is intense and passionate.

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