Baba Hafusa
Reminisce Lyrics


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Gboje day gboje night gboje black gboje white
All swagged out gbogbo yellow girl ofe gba pipe
Gboje beans gboje rice gboje wrong gboje right
Baba Hafusa keep that flag flying like a fucking kite

Gboje wrong gboje right gboje gun gboje knife
Wan ti bi any maga to fe duro taye lori mic
Wan pe lowo wan pe mi bread kosi pe koti ko nice
Shabba mi pe lo didi ma gbe wazo niri slice

Rude boy back in the building ma nigga do the maths
Ko so lu fo t'ori ye coffee mi ko se decaff
Am spinning all of these niggas bi DJ mi oni se di cap
Dirty money all around me nigga me need a bath

S'alaga ba burst awon aye ma so pe sick that
General market elege ta ma nigga pick that
No tats no chains right handed no base
Ade mo ri ra later nigga oti bi post paid

No pressure nigga mo street mo le go okada
Te bi gba pa mi ma lo si road side your father
Ain't nothing they can do to me cause i be like them father
Won le yi ma so wo le emi ma so nada

Shout out to every nigga there wey dote me
Tis Ibile shit would be nothing without me




All the niggas say they murder them but not me
Awon temi lori kitty say them cat me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Reminisce's song "Baba Hafusa" speak about the rapper's street credibility and his rise to success. "Gboje day gboje night gboje black gboje white" is a Yoruba phrase that translates to "day and night, regardless of color," emphasizing the rapper's diversity in his music and his relatability to people from all walks of life. The line "All swagged out gbogbo yellow girl ofe gba pipe" translates to "all yellow girls with swag take a hit," suggesting that the rapper's music caters to those who like to have a good time.


The second verse speaks of the rapper's rivalry with other artists striving for the same success. He refers to them as "magas," or people who he feels are trying to take advantage of him. He goes on to say "Shabba mi pe lo didi ma gbe wazo niri slice," which means "Shabba helped me get my groove back, and now I'm taking over." This line is a reference to Nigerian musician Shina Peters, who helped to popularize the use of Yoruba language in music.


Throughout the song, Reminisce affirms his street credibility and independence. He refuses to conform to societal expectations and asserts that he will continue to create music that speaks to his audience. The line "Ade mo ri ra later nigga oti bi postpaid" translates to "I saw Ade yesterday, he's already paid," which is a reference to one of the rapper's friends who has found success in the music industry.


Line by Line Meaning

Gboje day gboje night gboje black gboje white
No matter the time of day, the color of things or their opposites, everything is illuminated by my presence.


All swagged out gbogbo yellow girl ofe gba pipe
All the fashionable girls are drawn to me like bees to honey.


Gboje beans gboje rice gboje wrong gboje right
In the midst of confusion or certainty, I remain steadfastly me.


Baba Hafusa keep that flag flying like a fucking kite
Despite the winds of change, I am unshakeable and resolute in my pursuits.


Gboje wrong gboje right gboje gun gboje knife
I navigate between good and evil, armed with the knowledge and tools to protect myself from danger.


Wan ti bi any maga to fe duro taye lori mic
I make music for anyone who is willing to listen and appreciate my craft.


Wan pe lowo wan pe mi bread kosi pe koti ko nice
If they call me poor or try to diminish my worth, I won't let it affect me.


Shabba mi pe lo didi ma gbe wazo niri slice
With my confidence and swagger, I'm able to slice through any challenge that comes my way.


Rude boy back in the building ma nigga do the maths
As the 'rude boy' of this establishment, I command respect and admiration that one cannot deny.


Ko so lu fo t'ori ye coffee mi ko se decaff
I'm operating at full power and intensity, like a cup of strong coffee.


Am spinning all of these niggas bi DJ mi oni se di cap
Like a DJ, I'm able to control the energy and atmosphere of any situation with ease and skill.


Dirty money all around me nigga me need a bath
I'm surrounded by people who aren't on my level and I need to cleanse myself of their negativity and influence.


S'alaga ba burst awon aye ma so pe sick that
I'm so good at what I do that people can't help but be envious and intimidated by my greatness.


General market elege ta ma nigga pick that
I'm savvy and skilled in business, able to spot opportunities and seize them for profit.


No tats no chains right handed no base
I don't need gimmicks or flashy accessories to prove my worth - my talent speaks for itself.


Ade mo ri ra later nigga oti bi post paid
I'm living well and enjoying the fruits of my labor, while others are left in the dust.


No pressure nigga mo street mo le go okada
I come from the streets and I'm able to navigate any situation with ease, even if it involves riding a motorcycle recklessly.


Te bi gba pa mi ma lo si road side your father
Even if someone tried to kill or silence me, I would still be able to speak my truth and make my mark on the world.


Ain't nothing they can do to me cause i be like them father
I'm unbreakable and unstoppable, just like my ancestors who came before me.


Won le yi ma so wo le emi ma so nada
Others may talk trash about me, but I'm too busy making moves and living my best life to care.


Shout out to every nigga there wey dote me
I appreciate every person who supports and believes in me and my music.


Tis Ibile shit would be nothing without me
The 'Ibile' movement is only successful and meaningful because of my contribution to it.


All the niggas say they murder them but not me
Other artists try to act tough and brutal, but no one can match my lyrical skill and intelligence.


Awon temi lori kitty say them cat me
Even my haters and detractors secretly admire and respect me, even if they won't admit it.




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Holly Egba

flows on point
delivery
punchline
Bars
this dude goes Hard

Joy Damkor

Just love Reminisce with his hard core bass voice

Obibili John

Reminisce is the definition of hip hop

Damola Samuel

Dirty money all around me
Nigga me need a bath!! ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Fusion of reggae towards the end of the track is dope.
Reminisce keeps killing it again and again, this is beyond good. This is a warning

YoungPoh Pacboi

This Ibileship will b nothing without me !!!! Dammnnn ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ Remi all day !! Since 2012 and still smoking hot ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ

Stephen Ayodeji

2019! Still here, billboard recognition nor be beans.

Adaji

People don't even know this.

Edwin Vincent

People don forget, after 2face the second to get that billboard recognition

Gbenga Ayantade

meeeeeeennnnn, I love this guy...Baba Hafusa for real

Xeones Orontes

2022 and still a banger ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’™

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