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Born Michael Ugochukwu Stephens on the 20th of September in Ebem Ohafia, Abia state, all levels of schooling were done in Lagos state. I am a graduate of Political Science Lagos State University Ojo. I started loving rap music from around 1989 when I was learning the words in rap tracks I liked and rapping along to their instrumentals - until I decided that I could do mine, then I started writing my own lyrics. 1999 was when I put out my first cd for air play. The cd contained two tracks: 1, What If? - which was produced by and also featured Paul Play Dairo; and 2, "Gwo-gwo". These two tracks got massive airplay. Then in 2002 I decided to do a track criticizing a couple of Nigerian rappers and the track titled Ehen Part 1 has blown sky high nation wide.
My two new songs “BIG BROS” (in which I took on a so-called music mogul in Nigeria for trying to stop my song getting played on radio stations 'cos I talked about him) and “WHAT YOU GOT” (which is a dance track for people who said all I can do is diss) are both getting mega air play in Nigeria and abroad. My dance track is a favourite in a couple of Clubs in London and Ireland.
RUGGEDMAN is a no-nonsense, speak-my-mind type of nigga that stands up for the improvement and promotion of good Nigerian music no matter how much big men try to hold him down.
THE NAME:
The name came when I was in high school and fresh into the rap game proper.
Every one wanted a name that didn’t sound weak and Ruggedman was the one I came up with, after I thought Rugged Soul was a bit too deep and the tag 'Mc' a bit over flogged.
INFLUENCES:
My early influences came from NWA, KRS One, Poor Righteous Teachers, Leaders Of The New School, King Sun… etc. Now they are Nas, DMX, Eminem, Dr. Dre and especially all the wack rappers in Nigeria.
APPEARANCES:
My very first performance was at a secondary school ceremony in 1992. From
then on it's been performances in clubs and tertiary institutions. Other places of performance are: Mr. Macho - University Of Lagos (UNILAG) - 1994; Nigerian Carnival - National Stadium - 1994; Home movie soundtracks; Lyricist Lounge - held at club 11:45 for the Rap Legend Guru from America, Eve and Kc & Jojo - show (performed alongside Tony Tetuila).
Some others are: part of the opening act for Lagbaja some months back; a bit of acting in a Francis Agu movie, waka pass (movie extra) too because I wanted to know how it’s done; radio jingle; TV music show theme song (did the rap).
I also directed my first music video 2002, which was D’Banj’s “Kiss me again video”. I addition, opening act again for Lagbaja on 31st January 2003, where I started the sales of my “Ehen” singles cd - which is doing quite well now. I also organized a mock celebrity soccer match for The Kanu Heart Foundation, where I got other Nigerian artistes and celebrities like Plantashun Boiz, Paul Ik Dairo, Mr. Kool, Emma Ugolee, Maideena, Trybesmen, Nomoreloss, e.t.c, to play football. It was mad fun.
I've likewise performed at the national stadium at the Guinness stand for Coja All African Games; and have also performed alongside Dance hall sensation Sean Paul. Ruggedman's been performing all over Nigeria right now and is Nigeria's most wanted rap act.
"I am the most featured rap artist in Nigeria and the hottest out right now."
He's been on almost every newspaper, and the radio and tv stations love him being in their place cos he gets calls from the audience like crazy.
My video, Peace Or War is the best video ever done by a Nigerian and was number one for two and a half months on MBI top ten video count down. Ehen has so far spent a year on the MTN top ten count down on Cool fm. My new dance track “WHAT YOU GOT” has been #1 two months running on Star 101.5 fm's World New Flavour chart show and is on all the radio station charts.
I recently just got back from Ireland, Europe where I went to chill out a while and also promote myself and my music. I spread my cds to Near fm 101.6 Dublin - where I was also interviewed, and Today fm 100-102 Dublin. I shot clips for my new song Big Bros and met Raekwon The Chef of Wu Tang Clan.
AWARDS:
I won the Nigerian Fanta Fame Award for best new rap act/group or duo 2003 on the 31st of October. I also added to that, three awards at the just concluded Gbedu music awards for RAP ARTIST OF THE YEAR, BEST VIDEO OF THE YEAR, AND SONG OF THE YEAR. Awards have also been given to me by high schools and tertiary institutions for my contribution to the development of Nigerian rap music.
ARTISTES I HAVE FEATURED ON THEIR SONGS RELEASED & UNRELEASED:
Believe it or not, I am the most featured Nigerian rapper. I have rapped on over 20 tracks for people. Most of these were done before I even released Ehen part 1.
"...meaning my voice is going to be heard for a long time to come in this country and wherever the music is taken to…feel me?"
They are:
Tony Tetuila (2 Tracks on his latest album), Paul Play Dairo, Tony Tonnero, Lexzy Doo - formerly of the group X-Appeal, Sabina Jabari, D’Banj’, Segun Fakeye (Gospel), P-Flow (Gospel), Niyi (Gospel), Shawa, Chi Chi, Artquake, Nutty Pin,
OJB Jezreel, Magnum (London based rapper), George Nathaniel, Slam, Mr. Kool.
ARTISTES I HAVE FEATURED ON MY ALBUM PROJECT SO FAR:
Paul Play Dairo, C-Mion, Abounce, Jaffar, Azadus, Frank Ogbebor, Harmony,
Josh (A Congolese rapper).
PRODUCERS I HAVE WORKED WITH SO FAR:
Paul Play Dairo, Omololu, Ojb, Jezreel, Freestyle and Xaviar.
Wetin Dey (Featuring Abounce & Ja
Ruggedman Lyrics
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You got to flex reflexive
Na to burst repulsive
Na to rush be rush
Wetin dey
Rugged man abounce and jaffar
Make una chill
And we go show you how far (Wetin dey)
You got to flex reflexive
Na to burst repulsive
Na to rush be rush (Wetin dey)
Rugged man abounce and jaffar
A K S L how far
How far wetin dey when we hit the spot
We make you shout
Make you holla
Make you feel it hot
Cus we drop the lyrics
Its like bus conductors
It’s the rugged productions
So you know you got it
Gеt on your feet
Whats happening wetin dey
I know you know this bе real rapping wetin dey
Make I explain we keep a better flow in your brain
You never heard something similar
From all entertainers
Put together with that cheddar
We better than ever
Jaffar Abounce Rugged on the mic
Yo it’s the bomb
Blood on blood
War we got you running when we storming
Keep it bombing when we coming
Make it hotter than the sun
Without the ozone layer
Like a soothe sayer we go tell ya
Wetin dey a revelation like the scriptures
Wetin dey this ones for you all
My people to your people
Everybody hear the call
Wetin dey
You got to flex reflexive
Na to burst repulsive
Na to rush be rush
Wetin dey
Rugged man abounce and jaffar
Make una chill
And we go show you how far
Wetin dey
You got to flex reflexive
Na to burst repulsive
Na to rush be rush
Wetin dey
Rugged man abounce and jaffar
A K S L how far
The words I spit
Be’s like acid to the sink
Great David was born to do it
I was born to win
Step by step I grow up
Continue to spin
I rap so good
Its started to feel like sin
Its been a long time coming
Better late than ever
Welcome my reign
For fakers my era of terror
Has never been nearer
Forget about a personal vendetta
I can feed em left over
To murder your cold ver no ever
The go getters get up and go
Touching my tongue
T stop my rival will fail
Cus my blood flow roll
Ruggedman dey hit you again (Yekpa)
Coming through straight with the pain Yekpa
When you see me for streets you will holla
Wetin dey
Who be this we dey bring the wahala
Gemandeya
Leave man the on the area
Me tryna if he call I this area
Hitting like malaria
I don’t delia
A k S L collabo straight dediy Im burial
Abbounce, Jaffar, Ruggedman
Wetin dem go holla
Now wetin dem go say
Wetin dey
You got to flex reflexive
Na to burst repulsive
Na to rush be rush
Wetin dey
Rugged man, abounce and jaffar
Make una chill
And we go show you how far
Wetin dey
You got to flex reflexive
Na to burst repulsive
Na to rush be rush
Wetin dey
Rugged man abounce and jaffar
A K S L how far
As you don go squad rum rum
Who be that pasi warrior drum
A B O indestructibly we wey eat
God bless your soul nigga
If you wanna battle with me
Simultaneously wreck you and your whole crew
And deliberately let you have a taste of my cool
That’s how we do
Mr bounce AKA cold blood
I no go talk that you don’t wanna feel the wrath of the gods
Higher to higher get lifted off a coca cola
From the stories untold don’t say I never told ya
About the street strret bloody ghetto soldier
Against all odds I stand firm like a rubetter (Wetin dey)
Speed up a hungry cheetah
I scrape you teach you like slugs from a millimeter
You truly dey vex like iyanu real in the matrix
Blood sending out secrets to all you stupid fakers
Oh yes remedy is here girl remember girl
And if dey wanna battle me
Tthere'll be tragedy's
About start the niggas all the way to overseas (Kunfu)
Wetin dey
You got to flex reflexive
Na to burst repulsive
Na to rush be rush
Wetin dey
Rugged man abounce and jaffar
Make una chill and we go show you how far
Wetin dey
You got to flex reflexive
Na to burst repulsive
Na to rush be rush
Wetin dey
Rugged man, abounce and jaffar
A K S L, how far
(Instrumentals)
Wetin dey
Wetin dey
Wetin dey
Wetin dey
(Instrumentals)
Ruggedman's "Wetin Dey" is a Nigerian hip-hop song that talks about the power and influence of good rap music on the mind, body, and soul of the listeners. Throughout the song, Ruggedman highlights the importance of being reflexive in the pursuit of success, bursting repulsions and rushing when necessary to achieve set goals. The phrase "Wetin Dey" is colloquially used in Nigeria to inquire about what's going on or the current state of affairs. The term is often used in creative and musical contexts to create tension and curiosity, as in the case of this song.
The lyrics describe the potency of Ruggedman's rap style and his ability to make his listeners shout, holler, and feel the heat with every drop of his lyrics. He takes pride in being a better rapper than his peers and offers a revelation of sorts to the world of hip-hop music. The song also features Jaffar and Abounce, other notable Nigerian rappers who add their unique flair and energy to the mix.
Overall, the song is a celebration of the power of good music, the importance of self-reflection, and the need to be confident and persistent in our pursuits in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Wetin dey
What's happening
You got to flex reflexive
You have to be quick on your feet
Na to burst repulsive
To eliminate anything unappealing
Na to rush be rush
To move quickly
Rugged man abounce and jaffar
Ruggedman, Abounce, and Jaffar are present
Make una chill
Calm down
And we go show you how far (Wetin dey)
We will demonstrate our skills
Na to rush be rush (Wetin dey)
We move fast
A K S L how far
AKSL crew, what's happening
How far wetin dey when we hit the spot
What happens when we arrive
We make you shout
We make everyone excited
Make you holla
We make everyone cheer
Make you feel it hot
We make everyone feel the heat
Cus we drop the lyrics
Because we share our words
Its like bus conductors
It's our duty to entertain
It’s the rugged productions
We are the ones putting out the music
So you know you got it
You know it's good
Gеt on your feet
Stand up
Whats happening wetin dey
What's going on
I know you know this bе real rapping wetin dey
You already know it's true rap
Make I explain we keep a better flow in your brain
Let me explain that we have an excellent flow
You never heard something similar
You have never heard anything like this before
From all entertainers
From any other musician
Put together with that cheddar
Combined with great wealth
We better than ever
We are better than before
Jaffar Abounce Rugged on the mic
Jaffar, Abounce, and Ruggedman are rapping
Yo it’s the bomb
It's amazing
Blood on blood
A war between relatives
War we got you running when we storming
When we attack, you flee
Keep it bombing when we coming
We keep bringing the heat
Make it hotter than the sun
We make it really intense
Without the ozone layer
Even without protection
Like a soothe sayer we go tell ya
Like a prophet, we inform you
Wetin dey a revelation like the scriptures
What's happening is like a divine message
Wetin dey this ones for you all
This is for everyone
My people to your people
From my community to yours
Everybody hear the call
Everyone listen up
And we go show you how far
We will demonstrate our abilities
The words I spit
The lyrics I deliver
Be’s like acid to the sink
Are effective and corrosive
Great David was born to do it
David was destined for greatness
I was born to win
I was destined to succeed
Step by step I grow up
Gradually I matured
Continue to spin
Keep making music
I rap so good
My rapping skills are excellent
Its started to feel like sin
It feels too good to be true
Its been a long time coming
It took a while to get here
Better late than ever
It's better to be late than never
Welcome my reign
Welcome my era of dominance
For fakers my era of terror
For the fake ones, it's scary
Has never been nearer
It's coming closer
Forget about a personal vendetta
Don't take it personally
I can feed em left over
I can destroy them with ease
To murder your cold ver no ever
To kill and leave them without any allies
The go getters get up and go
The ambitious ones leave quickly
Touching my tongue
My words are powerful
T stop my rival will fail
Stopping me equals failure for my rival
Cus my blood flow roll
Because I flow effortlessly
Ruggedman dey hit you again (Yekpa)
Ruggedman is bringing it again
Coming through straight with the pain Yekpa
Bringing it with intensity
When you see me for streets you will holla
You will get excited when you see me in the streets
Who be this we dey bring the wahala
Who is this causing trouble
Gemandeya
We are the Gemandeya crew
Leave man the on the area
Stop worrying about your turf
Me tryna if he call I this area
I'll answer if he calls
Hitting like malaria
Hitting hard
I don’t delia
I don't hesitate
A k S L collabo straight dediy Im burial
AKSL collaboration is amazing
Abbounce, Jaffar, Ruggedman
Abounce, Jaffar, and Ruggedman are rapping
Wetin dem go holla
What will they say
Now wetin dem go say
Now what will they say
As you don go squad rum rum
As you have gone all the way
Who be that pasi warrior drum
Who is the powerful warrior
A B O indestructibly we wey eat
ABO crew that can't be defeated
God bless your soul nigga
God bless you
If you wanna battle with me
If you want to compete
Simultaneously wreck you and your whole crew
Defeat you and your entire team
And deliberately let you have a taste of my cool
I'll let you feel my power
That’s how we do
That's our style
Mr bounce AKA cold blood
AKA cold-blooded Abounce
I no go talk that you don’t wanna feel the wrath of the gods
I won't talk, you don't want to feel my power
Higher to higher get lifted off a coca cola
Higher and higher, like the caffeine in Coca Cola
From the stories untold don’t say I never told ya
I told you about the untold stories
About the street strret bloody ghetto soldier
About the soldier in the bloody ghetto streets
Against all odds I stand firm like a rubetter (Wetin dey)
Despite adversity, I stand strong
Speed up a hungry cheetah
As fast as a hungry cheetah
I scrape you teach you like slugs from a millimeter
I defeat you easily
You truly dey vex like iyanu real in the matrix
You are really angry
Blood sending out secrets to all you stupid fakers
The truth is revealed and the fakers exposed
Oh yes remedy is here girl remember girl
The solution is here, remember that
And if dey wanna battle me
If they want to compete with me
There'll be tragedy's
It will end badly for them
About start the niggas all the way to overseas (Kunfu)
Starting to compete wherever they are
Make una chill and we go show you how far
Relax, and we will show you what we're capable of
A K S L, how far
AKSL crew, what's happening
(Instrumentals)
Music without lyrics
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