Adonai
Sarkodie Lyrics
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So ma paddy dont lose guard\nKa wa’koma to wo yam\nEverybody singing hallelujah\nHallelujah\nEverybody singing hallelujah\nHallelujah\nMake we sing ooh (oyaaya)\nI say help me sing ooh (oyaaya)\nAh, na mo fi s3 m3hwe ase
He, me k)) ya ma’san aba\nHw3, ahokyer3 kakra me fa mu\nOmo se ma wae me nni daama\nHe, mo ani na awuo no\nHm, na mo fi s3 m3y3 sansani\nHw3 wo ho me a na wo yam ahye wo\nAfei de3 wani b) me so p3\nNa wo se hwan mpo ni\nH3h3, Nana Nyame ne nsa no\nHm, afei de3 wo ho me two two (weh!)
Mer3 a na )mo se me y3 Jonki no\nS3 wo nso wo ka bi
Shame on you too!\nAfei de3 mo ahu s3 mek) bally w) yonki\nHw3 no hw3 nanim s3 monkey\nIf I check, I dey see say you dey hungry\nWoay3 yie a nka wo daso hy3 ab)ski\nMe nwuu y3 de3 Nana Nyame te ase\nWo ne me ny3 p3 obia ne ne wiase\nMer3 a na me da bench so w) Aflao\nObia anfa handkerchief ampepa ma ni ase nti\nEi, s3 wo ba mu a\nNe3ma nyinaa y3 din\nNana Nyame ne3 w’aka no na 3b3ba mu oo oh\nS3 wo ma wo nsa so aa\nBep) nyinaa tutu
So ma paddy dont lose guard\nKa wa’koma to wo yam\nEverybody singing hallelujah\nHallelujah\nEverybody singing hallelujah\nHallelujah
Make we sing ooh (oyaaya)\nI say, help me sing ooh (oyaaya)\nTie\nMoa wechi\nme ten years\nMe wu anka way back\nMo afloope, this be ma pay\nback\nMa enemies, you for dey guard\nMe ncurse wo, I don't want to disobey God\nMo atry s3 mo de me b3to prison (haa!)\nW) aber3 a mo nni\nparticular reason\nMo dwen me ho\nMe ne Tigofo y3 meeting\nFa to\nw’asum, I don't wanna be repeating\nNyame na 3b) me ho ban nti mo ny3\nfoko\nMoney no bi problem, 3no ne me motto\nTo w’ani hw3 ne honam ani ne me shoto\nM3nmma wani ngye\n)kyena m3y3 dondoo\nWo na wo b))\nsoro ne asaase ne\nMu ne3ma nti na y3fr3 wo Adonai\n3ne3ma way3 am\nme ne ma’busuafo\nNa as) m’ani bebree nti I won't lie\nWo na wo b)) soro\nne asaase ne\nMu ne3ma nti na y3fr3 wo Adonai\n3ne3ma way3 ama me ne ma’busuafo\nNti na wu wu wuu\nGod ee nyira na w’ahyira me ma na\nebu me so yi\nYa\nI say God ee\nMe nhu ne3 me nfa nda w’ase agya eee\nBaba God ee\nW’ay3 me k3se3 me daase agyaeee\nAgya nyame ee
\n3y3 woadom nti na me te ase ya\nBaba God ee\nBaba you be too much ee,\nba..ba
\nHallelujah
\nEverybody singing hallelujah
\nHallelujah
\nMake we sing ooh (oyaaya)
\nI say, help me sing ooh (oyaaya)
\nHOOI !
\nStreetBeatz
\nWhat else? (go!)
The song “Adonai” by Sarkodie is a Ghanaian rap song that has an underlying religious theme. Sarkodie starts by talking about how some people are always collecting things, whether it is money, cars or other things. He then goes on to talk about how it is important for people to be humble because they are all created equal in the eyes of God. Sarkodie also mentions that God is always watching over us and that we should seek His guidance in all that we do.
The chorus of the song talks about how we should all sing Hallelujah to God, who is the Almighty and controls everything on earth. The verse talks about how important it is to guard against losing focus and seek God’s guidance in all that we do. Sarkodie also mentions that he has been through some tough times but God has always been with him and he has found strength in his faith.
Overall, “Adonai” by Sarkodie is a powerful song that speaks to people from all walks of life, highlighting the importance of faith and humility. The song has resonated well with Ghanaians and gained international recognition as well.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah
The start of the song, indicating excitement and enthusiasm
Akyireh)fo) no mo ny3 no baako ma me wae...
People who were against me previously are now following me
Go!
Encouraging listeners to act or move forward
Obia nto ne
collection (weh!)
Everyone has their own unique set of possessions and achievements
Obia nto ne collection (now!)
Emphasizing that everyone has their own items and accomplishments right now
Bia bi obia nto ne
collection (what else?)
Even more people have their own unique possessions and achievements
K))dee (haa!)
Expression of satisfaction or excitement
Obia nto ne collection (weh!)
Everyone has their own unique set of possessions and achievements
Obia nto ne collection (aaba)
Once again emphasizing that everyone has their own items and accomplishments
Obia nto ne collection (now!)
Everyone currently has their own unique set of possessions and achievements
K)k)k)k)
k))de
Sound effect expressing excitement or enthusiasm
Tie
Possibly the artist's name as he uses it as an outro in many of his songs
M3mma onipa bia mu wo abonfia
People come to you only when they need something from you
Ahopopo) a )mo y3 nyinaa wo ho ntia
People are jealous of your success and progress
Woy3 wo tanfo gyae no ma ne nwia
You should be careful of your acquaintances and not let them ruin your life
Y3nboa moa mo nsi na mo mpia
We should not trust everyone, and we should be cautious in our relationships
Ei, s3 wo ba mu a
Ne3ma nyinaa y3 din
Nana Nyame ne3 w’aka no na 3b3ba mu oo oh
If you believe in yourself, as well as God, everything will be possible
S3 wo ma wo nsa so aa
Bep) nyinaa tutu
If you take control of your mind, all your problems will disappear
So ma paddy dont lose guard
Ka wa’koma to wo yam
Everybody singing hallelujah
Hallelujah
Everybody singing hallelujah
Hallelujah
Encouraging listeners to continue being vigilant, and reminding them to keep their focus on success
Make we sing ooh (oyaaya)
I say help me sing ooh (oyaaya)
Encouraging listeners to join in singing along
He, me k)) ya ma’san aba
Hw3, ahokyer3 kakra me fa mu
Omo se ma wae me nni daama
The artist is proud of his success and progress so far
He, mo ani na awuo no
Hm, na mo fi s3 m3y3 sansani
Hw3 wo ho me a na wo yam ahye wo
Afei de3 wani b) me so p3
Na wo se hwan mpo ni
H3h3, Nana Nyame ne nsa no
Hm, afei de3 wo ho me two two (weh!)
The artist is thankful for God's guidance in his life, and has worked hard to achieve his success
Mer3 a na )mo se me y3 Jonki no
S3 wo nso wo ka bi
Acknowledging that listeners may doubt his success, but he is confident that he has worked hard for it
Shame on you too!
Afei de3 mo ahu s3 mek) bally w) yonki
Hw3 no hw3 nanim s3 monkey
If I check, I dey see say you dey hungry
Woay3 yie a nka wo daso hy3 ab)ski
The artist is aware that some people may not believe in his achievements and may be jealous, but he encourages them to work hard for their own success instead of tearing others down
Me nwuu y3 de3 Nana Nyame te ase
Wo ne me ny3 p3 obia ne ne wiase
Mer3 a na me da bench so w) Aflao
Obia anfa handkerchief ampepa ma ni ase nti
The artist credits his success to God, and acknowledges that his life journey is unique to him and should not be compared to others'
Moa wechi
me ten years
Me wu anka way back
Mo afloope, this be ma pay
back
The artist has worked hard and waited for ten years to finally achieve his success
Ma enemies, you for dey guard
Me ncurse wo, I don't want to disobey God
Mo atry s3 mo de me b3to prison (haa!)
W) aber3 a mo nni
particular reason
The artist acknowledges that he has enemies, but he does not harbor ill feelings and wishes them well. He also recognizes the importance of obeying God and avoiding negative actions
Mo dwen me ho
Me ne Tigofo y3 meeting
Fa to
w’asum, I don't wanna be repeating
The artist reflects on his success and motivation, and does not want to repeat past mistakes
Nyame na 3b) me ho ban nti mo ny3
foko
Money no bi problem, 3no ne me motto
To w’ani hw3 ne honam ani ne me shoto
M3nmma wani ngye
)kyena m3y3 dondoo
The artist thanks God for his success, and emphasizes that money is not a problem for him
Wo na wo b))
soro ne asaase ne
Mu ne3ma nti na y3fr3 wo Adonai
3ne3ma way3 am
me ne ma’busuafo
Na as) m’ani bebree nti I won't lie
Wo na wo b)) soro
ne asaase ne
Mu ne3ma nti na y3fr3 wo Adonai
3ne3ma way3 ama me ne ma’busuafo
Nti na wu wu wuu
God ee nyira na w’ahyira me ma na
ebu me so yi
The artist acknowledges God for his success and assures his listeners that he will always work hard to achieve his goals, without lying or cheating
StreetBeatz
Credit to the music producer
What else? (go!)
Excited remark asking listeners what else they have to show or accomplish
Lyrics © World Wide Music, Cloud9
Written by: Michael Owusu Addo
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@KhinNinson
Translation - Adonai
Yeh! The people at the back make it one for me, go!
CASTRO
Everybody give your collection(x3)
God eee
Everybody give your collection(x3)
SARKODIE
Listen! Don't let people take you for a fool
All the shaking they are doing is because of you
He's your enemy leave him and let him steal
If they won't help you, get down and push
CHORUS
When you are involved everything goes well
King God what you said is what will happen
When you raise your hands mountains will break
So my friend don't lose God let your heart be at rest
Everybody sing hallelujah
(Hallelujah)(x2)
Make you sing ooo (oh yaah yahh)
I say help me sing ooo (oh yahh yahh)
SARKODIE VERSE 1
Ah! y'all thought I would fall down
I went and now I'm back
They said that I've been removed, I don't have anything
Now you are disgraced you thought I would become useless
When you see me your tummy burns
When you cast your eyes on me, you ask who's this?
It's God handiwork
Now you see me 2 2
The time they I was a junky
You said it aswell, shame on you too
Now you've noticed I'm a baller...yonkey
Look at your face like money
If I check I can see that you are hungry
If you were well off would you still be wearing aboski?
I have not died meaning king God is alive
Me and you arent the same, everybody has their world
When I was lying on a bench in Aflao
Nobody brought a handkerchief to wipe under my eyes
CHORUS
When you are involved everything goes well
King God what you said is what will happen
When you raise your hands mountains will break
So my friend don't lose God let your heart be at rest
Everybody sing hallelujah
(Hallelujah)(x2)
Make you sing ooo (oh yaah yahh)
I say help me sing ooo (oh yahh yahh)
SARKODIE
You didn't catch me 10 years ago
If I was going to die it would've been way back
You flopped, this be my payback
My enemies watch guard
I won't cuss you , I don't wanna disobey God
You wanted to put my into prison
For no particular reason
When you were thinking about me, I was having a meeting with TIGO
Listen to me well, I don't wanna repeat
God is the one protecting me so you can't do fuck
Money isn't a problem that is my motto
Use your eyes to look at my skin and my swag
Don't get too hyped cause tomorrow there will be more happiness
CASTRO
You are the one that created the sky and the earth and everything in it
That's why we call you adonai
The stuff you have done for me and my family has surprised me
So I won't lie
You are the one that created the sky and the earth and everything in it
That's why we call you adonai
The stuff you have done for me and my family
The way you blessed my mother made me cry I say God ee
I don't know what I will do to thank you father eee
Baba God eee you have made me great and I am thankful father ee
Father God eee because of your grace I am still alive
Baba you be too much eee(x3)
Baba God eee(x3)
CHORUS
When you are involved everything goes well
King God what you said is what will happen
When you raise your hands mountains will break
So my friend don't lose God let your heart be at rest
Everybody sing hallelujah
(Hallelujah)(x2)
Make you sing ooo (oh yaah yahh)
I say help me sing ooo (oh yahh yahh)
Taken from http://lyricstranslate.com/nl/sarkodie-adonai-lyrics.html#ixzz3kgQiBV9E
@delarnotuwroh7492
Whether you from Ghana, Nigeria, Trinidad, America or where ever this song just goes to prove we are all ONE PEOPLE. This song will live on FOREVER.... ONE AFICA...
@EverythingFootball8
delarno tu
@shaquilleweekes8418
Out of all the Islands... how come you S/O'ed Trinidad ;D
@markcooker9921
Happy to know that Castro body was found.
I love Guys bigup
@maysaeed1235
delarno tuwroh
hi
@fremaowusu9981
Mark Cooker Castro's body was not found its been 3 years, trust me I am from Ghana
@sansankambou7099
if you are not a Ghanaian and still love Ghanaians as hell...
my friend, you are not alone and never can be.
love from Ivory Coast.
@Roselyndavour
kambou sansan we love you too
@hall4848
Please check this https://youtu.be/HzqXtWVEkEg
@allthewayforchrist
Nigerian but likes Ghanaians 🤝🇳🇬🇬🇭😍