Rebel
Pryshon Lyrics
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My eyes be swinging just like a pendulum (nisije onekana)
Wamama wa kanisa been on you case
(Aaaah! Been on your case)
Eti unasababisha nisitulie
(Aaaah! Nisitulie)
Oh! Mtoto wa pastor
Heating up my capacitor
Holy ghost fire! Ah!
Mtoto wa pastor, heating up my capacitor
He be looking at me, I be looking at him
Holy ghost fiiiiire
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, she's a rebel just like me
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, she's a rebel just like me
My senorita, I always wanna see yah
My mama cita, mtoto wa mama kanisa
She's the forbidden fruit
The apple I shouldn't choose
It's complicated, but ndio maana nimekudeady
Wazee wa kanisa been on your case
(Aaaah! Been on your case)
Eti uwache mini sketi for a long dress
(Aaaah! For a long dress)
Ata wazazi wangu been on your case
(Aaaah! Been on your case)
Eti you need to do more for you to impress, but baby don't stress!
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, he's a rebel just like me
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, he's a rebel just like me ooouuh!
Shidaaaa!
I'm sorry Daddy
Sisi kuachana hakuwezekani
Nakuomba tu utupe nafasi
Kwani haya mapenzi ni ya halali
Eeeeeh
I'm sorry mummy
Sisi kuachana hakuwezekani
Nakuomba tu utupe nafasi
Kwani haya mapenzi
Haya mapenzi
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, he's a rebel just like me
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, she's a rebel just like me
Yeah yeah
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The lyrics of Pryshon's song "Rebel" tell a story of forbidden love and rebellion against societal norms and expectations. The singer, portrayed as a girl attracted to a church drummer and a boy who catches the eye of a pastor's daughter, is described as a rebel challenging the rules imposed by their parents and the church community. The repetition of the lines "Na ifikie wazazi, she's a rebel just like me" and "Na ifikie wazazi, he's a rebel just like me" emphasizes the defiance and similarity between the two characters.
The lyrics highlight the tension and conflict between tradition and personal desires as the singers face disapproval and pressure from their families and the church. The girl is likened to a "forbidden fruit" and the boy is urged to impress with a long dress, reflecting the struggle to reconcile their feelings with the expectations placed upon them. Despite the obstacles, they are portrayed as unapologetic rebels who refuse to conform to societal norms.
The chorus "She's a rebel, he's a rebel" serves as a defiant declaration of the singers' non-conformity and willingness to challenge authority figures. The reference to the "forbidden fruit" symbolizes the allure of forbidden love and the complexity of their situation. The repetition of the phrase "I'm sorry Daddy, I'm sorry Mummy" suggests a sense of guilt or regret for defying their parents but also a plea for understanding and acceptance.
Overall, "Rebel" by Pryshon captures the struggle of young love in the face of opposition and the desire for freedom to follow one's heart. The song's rebellious theme resonates with listeners who may have experienced similar challenges in defying societal expectations and choosing their own path, regardless of the consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
Ive been checking you on the podium (church boy drummer)
I have been observing you while you play drums on the church stage
My eyes be swinging just like a pendulum (nisije onekana)
My eyes are moving back and forth, trying not to be noticed
Wamama wa kanisa been on you case
The church ladies have been watching you closely
Eti unasababisha nisitulie
You make it hard for me to relax
Oh! Mtoto wa pastor
Oh! The pastor's child
Heating up my capacitor
Exciting my emotions
He be looking at me, I be looking at him
He is staring at me, and I am staring back
Holy ghost fire! Ah!
Expressing surprise or astonishment in a church context
She's a rebel
She is non-conforming and defiant
Na ifikie wazazi, she's a rebel just like me
Let it reach our parents that she is a rebel like me
My senorita, I always wanna see yah
My lady, I always want to see you
She's the forbidden fruit
She is the temptation I should not indulge in
Wazee wa kanisa been on your case
The church elders have been monitoring your behavior
Eti uwache mini sketi for a long dress
They say you should stop wearing mini skirts and opt for longer dresses
Ata wazazi wangu been on your case
Even my parents have been noticing your actions
Eti you need to do more for you to impress, but baby don't stress!
They say you need to make more effort to impress, but don't worry!
I'm sorry Daddy
Apologizing to father for the situation
I'm sorry mummy
Apologizing to mother for the situation
Sisi kuachana hakuwezekani
It is impossible for us to part ways
Nakuomba tu utupe nafasi
I just ask for some space
Kwani haya mapenzi ni ya halali
Because is this love not valid?
Shidaaaa!
Trouble!
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Lyrics for REBEL
Verse 1: Pryshon
Ive been checking you on the podium (church boy drummer)
My eyes be swinging just like a pendulum (nisije onekana)
Wamama wa kanisa been on you case
(Aaaah! Been on your case)
Eti unasababisha nisitulie
(Aaaah! Nisitulie)
Oh! Mtoto wa pastor
Heating up my capacitor
He be looking at me, I be looking at him
Holy ghost fire! Ah!
Mtoto wa pastor, heating up my capacitor
He be looking at me, I be looking at him
Holy ghost fiiiiire
Hook: Luyha heat, Le band
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, she's a rebel just like me
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, she's a rebel just like me
Verse 2: Luhya Heat, Le band
My senorita, I always wanna see yah
My mama cita, mtoto wa mama kanisa
She's the forbidden fruit
The apple I shouldn't choose
It's complicated, but ndio maana nimekudeady
Wazee wa kanisa been on your case
(Aaaah! Been on your case)
Eti uwache mini sketi for a long dress
(Aaaah! For a long dress)
Ata wazazi wangu been on your case
(Aaaah! Been on your case)
Eti you need to do more for you to impress, but baby don't stress!
Hook: Pryshon
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, he's a rebel just like me
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, he's a rebel just like me ooouuh!
Shidaaaa!
Bridge: Ken, Le band
I'm sorry Daddy
Sisi kuachana hakuwezekani
Nakuomba tu utupe nafasi
Kwani haya mapenzi ni ya halali
Eeeeeh
I'm sorry mummy
Sisi kuachana hakuwezekani
Nakuomba tu utupe nafasi
Kwani haya mapenzi
Haya mapenzi
Hook: Pryshon and Luhya Heat Le band
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, he's a rebel just like me
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, she's a rebel just like me
Yeah yeah
@pryshon
Lyrics for REBEL
Verse 1: Pryshon
Ive been checking you on the podium (church boy drummer)
My eyes be swinging just like a pendulum (nisije onekana)
Wamama wa kanisa been on you case
(Aaaah! Been on your case)
Eti unasababisha nisitulie
(Aaaah! Nisitulie)
Oh! Mtoto wa pastor
Heating up my capacitor
He be looking at me, I be looking at him
Holy ghost fire! Ah!
Mtoto wa pastor, heating up my capacitor
He be looking at me, I be looking at him
Holy ghost fiiiiire
Hook: Luyha heat, Le band
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, she's a rebel just like me
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, she's a rebel just like me
Verse 2: Luhya Heat, Le band
My senorita, I always wanna see yah
My mama cita, mtoto wa mama kanisa
She's the forbidden fruit
The apple I shouldn't choose
It's complicated, but ndio maana nimekudeady
Wazee wa kanisa been on your case
(Aaaah! Been on your case)
Eti uwache mini sketi for a long dress
(Aaaah! For a long dress)
Ata wazazi wangu been on your case
(Aaaah! Been on your case)
Eti you need to do more for you to impress, but baby don't stress!
Hook: Pryshon
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, he's a rebel just like me
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, he's a rebel just like me ooouuh!
Shidaaaa!
Bridge: Ken, Le band
I'm sorry Daddy
Sisi kuachana hakuwezekani
Nakuomba tu utupe nafasi
Kwani haya mapenzi ni ya halali
Eeeeeh
I'm sorry mummy
Sisi kuachana hakuwezekani
Nakuomba tu utupe nafasi
Kwani haya mapenzi
Haya mapenzi
Hook: Pryshon and Luhya Heat Le band
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
He's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, he's a rebel just like me
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
She's a rebel
Na ifikie wazazi, she's a rebel just like me
Yeah yeah
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Am just wondering how come this song hasn't hit one million views yet?
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