Hand To Mouth
Sarkodie Lyrics
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Matot) nsase asisi adan joo mab)bra enti aka me twenty na twenty na aka no de3 hand to mouth(hand to mouth), twenty na aka no de3 hand to mouth joo hand to mouth... 2×
Ey3 as3m ooooo... tie
Y3wo wo fofor) a woda mu 100 wamm) bra a watwa mu 14
Wode jot ne nsawie b3ka ho ana kyer3 s3 wate so baako ama no aka wo 13
Wode no condom hy3 wani so b3te wo na wadi 60 wonni kapr3 da wo ho wonk)p3 wiemfo) baa wop3 Matilda Hipsy yoo
Kofi Boakye kakra ba wo ho a t) nsase
Champagne 4 bottles secure cement bag)ha wote club puppi hmm
Cars ak3se3 no monyae t)
)Baa 3mfa wani nto wokunu so)
P3 adwuma y) asogyafo) mpaeb)
Wonya sika a na wato foundation
Watoaso ama no ak)duru lenghten
Wogyae wo ho na cash no firi wo nsa a
Joo wob3yiyi nkranpan te s3 pencil
K)p3 bank papa bi y3 investment
UT bank adwuma s) ani
Na wode)bra no y3 boseab) daa wosi awowa a animguase3 nso b3da adi tie
Mamm) me ho mm)den koraa no abrab) no de3 matwa mu 80 matot) nsase asisi adan joo mab) bra enti aka me 20 na twenty aka no de3 hand to mouth(hand to mouth)twenty na aka no de3 hand to mouth joo hand to mouth
3n3 namafo) pii nnim nyansa
Monya sika p3 motot) range over
)B3tot) nsase asisi adan no
)B3tu afiri fie ak)hy3 Abooba
3 bedrooms, kitchen n toilet
Wato nadwem na wagye no 2yrs
Ak3ses3m ne ayes3m
Womm) bra papa mode mo de no last ak)tam school girls yoo
Ebia wotwe taxi, ebi koraa wode kube k) akyini nas3 10cedis koraa na 3da so a m3nk) we apio joo na womma nyini
Wompena fa yafunu a 3da wanim 40 wotua kwaseabuo a watwa mu 50
As3 watena car mu wamm) seat belt akwanhyia ba a woti na 3b3pae wushhh
Emutuo ne nsawie nti wontua tithe
Fr3 carpenter na monhyia site
Da biara wote party ase na sika s3e3
Daakye s3 wodam a don′t be surprise
Yoo
M3san aka no bio kakra ba wo ho a t) nsase
Lecturer y3 adwuma na Aban b3tua
Wakatua no 3nhy3 nkwadaa no ayase
Sarkodie's "Hand To Mouth" talks about the struggles of life and the need to work hard to make ends meet. The verses are divided into two parts: the first part talks about the struggles of different people, while the second part focuses on the singer's own experiences. The first verse talks about a man who had made a lot of money but is now left with nothing, the second verse talks about a woman who exchanged her body for money, and the last verse talks about Sarkodie's own difficulties in life.
The chorus which repeats twice emphasizes the need to work hard, as it says "twenty na aka no de3 hand to mouth," meaning that many people are living from hand to mouth in Ghana. The song stresses the importance of hard work, and the dangers of living an extravagant lifestyle without saving for the future.
Furthermore, the song contains a combination of English and Ghanaian local languages. The use of local languages makes the song more relatable to those in Ghana, while the use of English enables the song to reach a more global audience. Ultimately, "Hand To Mouth" is a powerful song that resonates with people across cultures, highlighting the everyday struggles of life and the importance of hard work.
Line by Line Meaning
Mamb) me ho mm)den koraa no abrab) no de3 matwa mu eighty
Despite all my hard work and efforts, I still barely make enough to get by
Matot) nsase asisi adan joo mab)bra enti aka me twenty na twenty na aka no de3 hand to mouth(hand to mouth), twenty na aka no de3 hand to mouth joo hand to mouth... 2×
No matter how much I make, I barely have enough to survive and end up living paycheck to paycheck
Ey3 as3m ooooo... tie
Life is tough and unpredictable
Y3wo wo fofor) a woda mu 100 wamm) bra a watwa mu 14
You may have a lot of cash in hand at one point, but you'll end up with a lot less after paying for basic necessities
Wode jot ne nsawie b3ka ho ana kyer3 s3 wate so baako ama no aka wo 13
You may have all the knowledge and skills, but that doesn't necessarily translate to success and financial stability
Wode no condom hy3 wani so b3te wo na wadi 60 wonni kapr3 da wo ho wonk)p3 wiemfo) baa wop3 Matilda Hipsy yoo
Relying on others for financial gain, especially through unprotected sex, can lead to negative consequences and instability in life
Kofi Boakye kakra ba wo ho a t) nsase
Even if you have a prestigious degree, success is not always guaranteed and financial hardships can still occur
Champagne 4 bottles secure cement bag)ha wote club puppi hmm
Spending money on luxury items may provide temporary satisfaction, but it is not a sustainable lifestyle
Secure wabrab)
It's important to establish financial security for long-term stability
Cars ak3se3 no monyae t)
Owning expensive cars may seem impressive, but it's important to prioritize financial stability and security
)Baa 3mfa wani nto wokunu so)
It's not enough to simply have money; it's important to manage and invest it wisely
P3 adwuma y) asogyafo) mpaeb)
Working hard is vital for financial stability and success
Wonya sika a na wato foundation
Building a strong financial foundation is essential for long-term stability
Watoaso ama no ak)duru lenghten
Investing in oneself and improving skills can lead to long-term financial success
Wogyae wo ho na cash no firi wo nsa a
It's important to prioritize financial stability and not prioritize instant gratification
Joo wob3yiyi nkranpan te s3 pencil
Trying to live beyond one's means can lead to financial instability and hardship
K)p3 bank papa bi y3 investment
Investing in things that have long-term value and growth potential is important for financial stability
UT bank adwuma s) ani
Working hard is important for financial stability
Na wode)bra no y3 boseab) daa wosi awowa a animguase3 nso b3da adi tie
Even with a successful career, unexpected circumstances can still lead to financial hardship and instability
3n3 namafo) pii nnim nyansa
Not everyone is knowledgeable about financial stability and success
Monya sika p3 motot) range over
Spending money on luxury items may provide temporary satisfaction, but it is not a sustainable lifestyle
)B3tot) nsase asisi adan no
No matter how much one makes, it's important to prioritize financial stability and foresight for the future
)B3tu afiri fie ak)hy3 Abooba
It's important to prioritize financial stability for oneself, rather than trying to keep up with others' lifestyle
3 bedrooms, kitchen n toilet
Having basic necessities is more essential for long-term stability than unnecessary luxury items
Wato nadwem na wagye no 2yrs
Investing in a home is a long-term investment that can provide stability
Ak3ses3m ne ayes3m
Owning luxury items may seem impressive, but it's important to prioritize financial stability and security
Womm) bra papa mode mo de no last ak)tam school girls yoo
Spending on temporary satisfaction may lead to instability and financial hardship in the long run
Ebia wotwe taxi, ebi koraa wode kube k) akyini nas3 10cedis koraa na 3da so a m3nk) we apio joo na womma nyini
Spending money impulsively and frivolously can have long-term financial consequences
Wompena fa yafunu a 3da wanim 40 wotua kwaseabuo a watwa mu 50
Reliance on others for financial security may have negative consequences and lead to instability
As3 watena car mu wamm) seat belt akwanhyia ba a woti na 3b3pae wushhh
It's important to prioritize safety and caution in addition to financial stability
Emutuo ne nsawie nti wontua tithe
It's important to prioritize giving back and making a positive impact, even in times of financial struggle
Fr3 carpenter na monhyia site
Working hard and taking advantage of opportunities can lead to financial success
Da biara wote party ase na sika s3e3 Daakye s3 wodam a don′t be surprise Yoo
Spending money frivolously can have negative consequences and lead to financial instability
M3san aka no bio kakra ba wo ho a t) nsase
Even with a little money, it's important to plan and prioritize financial stability and foresight for the future
Lecturer y3 adwuma na Aban b3tua Wakatua no 3nhy3 nkwadaa no ayase
Even with a successful career, unexpected circumstances can still lead to financial hardship and instability
Writer(s): George Michael
Contributed by Alaina O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@dadabee36
Took the time to do my best and translate to the non "twi" speakers. I refused to rhyme as he did in his dialect, the point here is interpreting the message, so here you go (and yes I got a life, I only wanna help lol):
Intro
Chorus 1 (2x)
If not at least anything
In life I’ve got my 80
Invested myself a house and lands - Joe I’ve tried, it’s left my 20
20 that I got is a Hand to Mouth – Hand to Mouth (2x)
Verse 1
(It’s a problem, but listen)
From birth, you got 100
If you do nothing, you’ve lost 14
If you live a bad habit of smoking and drinking,
You lose 1, remaining your 13
All you do is women
Time you realize you are 60
The little you got, you want no one but Matilda Hipsy (Yoo)
Kofi Boache, when you save little invest in lands
4 bottles of Champaign can get you bags (100) of cement, You at the club popping.
Secure you life, don’t have to get yourself a big car
Woman don’t depend on your husband,
you gotta work, the prayer of a single man
When you earn, get a foundation; continue till you reach the lintel
If u mess with the cash and u lose it
You’ll look funny, skinny like the pencil
Get a good bank for some investment
UT Bank is a good choice
If u play with life messing up, one day you will be disgraced
Chorus 2 (2x)
If not at least anything
In life I’ve got my 80
Invested myself a house and lands - Joe I’ve tried, it’s left my 20
20 that I got is a Hand to Mouth – Hand to Mouth (2x)
Verse 2
Most youth got no plan
When they get money, Range Rover
Instead of investing in properties, he will move to rent in Agbogba
3 bedrooms, kitchen and toilet
He’s looking to rent for 2 years
Living large, not focused on life but spending the little on school girls (Yoo)
Maybe you got a taxi
Maybe you are a coconut seller
The little you earn, even if 10 cedis, don’t buy Apio
When your girl gets pregnant, you got 40
If you play the fool, you lost 14
It’s like not wearing a seat belt, if you crash your head blows the windscreen
Unnecessary spending, so you don’t pay tithe
Call the carpenter and meet at a site
Don’t waste money at the party because when trouble comes don’t be surprised (Yoo)
I’ll say it again
The little you earn invest in some lands
Lecturer work hard, you get paid from the government not little girls (huuh)
@shugarhh
only Sarkodie can advise you this much on such a hard beat. this guy is something else. Ghana is blessed to have such a son
@Purple-cr5ub
🙏🏾🙏🏾🎩🎩🔮💜🌹⚘
@asaregracielaeliking650
I'm still here in 2022 for my king 🤴
Sarkodie really deserve a monument in gh ...such a living legend 🙌
@jesseware4682
Glazing 😭
@eyambeahidjo7579
2022 I’m still here.sark is the best adviser Ghana had ever produced.much love from Cameroon 🇨🇲
@phoebeappiah1245
😄me too
@matildaboateng3098
Did u understand the twi language?
@eyambeahidjo7579
@@matildaboateng3098 nah I used translator to understand what he is talking about
@QwakuEvent
2019 I’m still watching seek of last verse
Sex for grades 😂😂😂😂
De lectures u were advised but u refused 😂😂😂
@Randomuniverse-qn6cc
🤣🤣🤣