Preach
Sarkodie Lyrics


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INTRO
Silva Stone beats
Yeah meeeeeeeeeee
Ahhh everytime when i look around they no do it like meeeeeeeeeeee
What else turn the head phones on ahah ahh
Everytime when i look around they no do it like meeeeeeeeeeee
But as i look around they no do it like me me me me me me me me me
Everytime when i look around they no do it like me me me me
They ano do it like me me me me
They no do it like me

What else tie ah
Son of a b***ch i thought you didn't now me
Yeah cus im known for waking up and kissing all me trophies
I pave the way for all a you all you compare me to Moses
Im reping Africa you weak you can lean on my shoulder
I told you this, i told you i could spit
Ahhh you never believed ahhh well i don't give the sh**t
Cus im a grown ass man i ain't falling for trase
I'v been in the game i got the fame from 1996
Give me a second i have to *******
I think im loosing my mind i have to seek asylum
Cus i can dream for the things i know i will never have them
Like i wish Sarkodie was born im Halem
Cus i'wll be big in *******
I'wll be chilling in my *** and getting paid
Do a feature for half a millie to celebrate
And i will be picking all'em grammys like a piece of cake ahaha

Meeeeeeeeeeeeee preach
Everytime when i look around they no do it like meeeeeeeeeeee
What else preech, sarkodie preach
Everytime when i look around they no do it doing like meeeeeeeeeeeee
But as i look around they ano do it like me me me me me me me me me
Everytime when i look around they no do it doing like me me me me
Lalalalalalalalalala
They no do it like me me me me
Lalalalalalalalalala
They no do it like me
--> 2
Son of a b***sh, bone b3n na ma y3 wo
Wo neme pre for best MC still not on my level ahah
Ma chorky na me hwe wo
Im giving you space to do what you want wo ywea me kyer3 wo lesson
Im having a conversation no time for silly jokes
You waiting for confermation, im the one they love the most
Billionaire im praying for my foes
So you all can see the success im gaining from the Holy Ghost
Preach we make the law so we choose to respect it
Don't talk to me yo shh it's time for lectures
Murder you no guns no knifes just microphones
Berry you deep down in the grounds just to crack you bones
Rolling with street ********** im not alone
****** if you call me pay me my doe
911 it's about to go down
This is how we started **** shoutout to MoTown
Now preach

Meeeeeeeeeeeeee preach
Everytime when i look around they no do it like meeeeeeeeeeee
What else preech, sarkodie preach
Everytime when i look around they no do it doing like meeeeeeeeeeeee
But as i look around they ano do it like me me me me me me me me me
Everytime when i look around they no do it doing like me me me me
Lalalalalalalalalala
They no do it like me me me me
Lalalalalalalalalala
They no do it like me

They no doing like we no no no no (3)
No matter what you do
No hard you go judge
You got to realise they is level to this life
You no it like we no no no no no (2)
Say this rules to this sh**t
I got me another wallet
Step by step *********
Some forget, naither regret
Never realise till it's life or death
Say some a dem a bad but dem no bad like we
Some a dem a cool but dem no cool like we
Sarkodie silva Stone no badder than we
Meeeeeeeeeeeeee preach
Everytime when i look around they no do it like meeeeeeeeeeee
What else preech, sarkodie preach
Everytime when i look around they no do it doing like meeeeeeeeeeeee
But as i look around they ano do it like me me me me me me me me me
Everytime when i look around they no do it doing like me me me me
Lalalalalalalalalala
They no do it like me me me me




Lalalalalalalalalala
They no do it like me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Sarkodie's song "Preach" convey a sense of confidence and self-assuredness. The song begins with an introduction that highlights the uniqueness and individuality of Sarkodie's style and talent. He asserts that no one can do it like him, emphasizing his own distinctiveness and superiority in the music industry.


In the verses, Sarkodie addresses his critics and doubters. He dismisses those who underestimate him, comparing himself to the iconic figure of Moses and positioning himself as a trailblazer for others to follow. He proudly proclaims his African heritage and offers his support to those who need it, symbolically offering his shoulders for others to lean on.


Sarkodie also expresses his frustration with those who doubted his abilities as a rapper. He asserts his skill and prowess, insisting that he can compete with the best in the game. He imagines a world where he is recognized globally, achieving fame and success beyond his imagination. The chorus of the song reinforces the theme of Sarkodie's individuality and unmatched talent.


Line by Line Meaning

Silva Stone beats
The instrumental for this song was produced by Silva Stone.


Yeah meeeeeeeeeee
This line expresses the artist's self-confidence and excitement.


Ahhh everytime when i look around they no do it like meeeeeeeeeeee
The artist believes that no one else can achieve what he has accomplished.


What else turn the head phones on ahah ahh
The artist is asking the listeners to put on their headphones and listen attentively.


But as i look around they no do it like me me me me me me me me me
Even when the artist observes others, he still doesn't see anyone who can match his skills and achievements.


They ano do it like me me me me
Others cannot do what the artist does with the same level of talent and success.


Son of a b***ch i thought you didn't now me
The artist is addressing someone who underestimated him and his abilities.


Yeah cus im known for waking up and kissing all me trophies
The artist is proud of his accomplishments and is metaphorically showing his love for his awards.


I pave the way for all a you all you compare me to Moses
The artist believes that he has set the path for other artists and is being compared to a biblical figure, Moses, who led his people to freedom.


Im reping Africa you weak you can lean on my shoulder
The artist is representing Africa and is willing to support and guide those who are weaker.


I told you this, i told you i could spit
The artist is asserting that he has previously mentioned his rap skills.


Ahhh you never believed ahhh well i don't give the sh**t
The artist doesn't care if others didn't believe in his abilities.


Cus im a grown ass man i ain't falling for trase
The artist is mature and will not be influenced by negativity or distractions.


I'v been in the game i got the fame from 1996
The artist has been in the music industry since 1996 and has gained fame and recognition.


Give me a second i have to *******
The artist needs a moment to gather his thoughts or emotions.


I think im loosing my mind i have to seek asylum
The artist feels like he is going crazy and needs a break or escape from the pressures of his life.


Cus i can dream for the things i know i will never have them
The artist has aspirations for things that he knows he may never attain.


Like i wish Sarkodie was born im Halem
The artist wishes that he was born in a place called Halem, possibly indicating that he would have achieved even greater success.


Cus i'wll be big in *******
The artist believes that he would have gained significant fame and success in a specific location.


I'wll be chilling in my *** and getting paid
The artist would be relaxed and enjoying life in a particular setting while earning money.


Do a feature for half a millie to celebrate
The artist would collaborate with another artist for a significant sum of money to commemorate his success.


And i will be picking all'em grammys like a piece of cake ahaha
The artist envisions effortlessly winning multiple Grammy Awards.


Meeeeeeeeeeeeee preach
This line serves as a signature phrase or chant for the artist.


Son of a b***sh, bone b3n na ma y3 wo
The artist is addressing an individual disrespectfully, emphasizing the negative qualities of that person.


Wo neme pre for best MC still not on my level ahah
The artist indicates that even though someone may be considered a good MC (rapper), they are still not on his level of skill and success.


Ma chorky na me hwe wo
The artist is challenging someone to prove their worth or talent.


Im giving you space to do what you want wo ywea me kyer3 wo lesson
The artist is allowing others to do what they want while he teaches them a lesson.


Im having a conversation no time for silly jokes
The artist is engaged in a serious conversation and has no time for jokes or nonsense.


You waiting for confermation, im the one they love the most
The artist asserts that he is loved by many and does not need anyone's confirmation or validation.


Billionaire im praying for my foes
The artist wishes success for even his enemies.


So you all can see the success im gaining from the Holy Ghost
The artist believes that the success he achieves is a result of divine intervention or guidance.


Preach we make the law so we choose to respect it
The artist emphasizes the importance of the collective influence and responsibility of artists in shaping the culture.


Don't talk to me yo shh it's time for lectures
The artist wants others to be quiet and listen as he imparts his knowledge and wisdom.


Murder you no guns no knifes just microphones
The artist metaphorically states that he can defeat or outperform others in a rap battle or competition using only his microphone.


Berry you deep down in the grounds just to crack your bones
The artist metaphorically expresses his intention to defeat or harm someone so severely that their bones will crack.


Rolling with street ********** im not alone
The artist is joined by individuals from the streets who support and stand with him.


****** if you call me pay me my doe
The artist expects to be paid appropriately if someone wants his involvement or services.


911 it's about to go down
The artist suggests that a significant event or situation is about to happen.


This is how we started **** shoutout to MoTown
The artist acknowledges his roots and pays tribute to Motown, a record label known for its influential artists.


They no doing like we no no no no (3)
Others are unable to achieve or perform at the same level as the artist and his associates.


No matter what you do
Regardless of someone's actions or efforts.


No hard you go judge
No matter how difficult someone's journey is, they will still be judged.


You got to realise they is level to this life
One must understand that different levels of success exist in life.


You no it like we no no no no no (2)
The artist emphasizes that he and his associates understand this concept, implying that others should as well.


Say this rules to this sh**t
The artist is proclaiming that he knows the rules of the game or industry.


I got me another wallet
The artist has acquired or earned more money.


Step by step *********
The artist is progressing and achieving success gradually.


Some forget, naither regret
Others may forget or have no remorse for their actions or choices.


Never realise till it's life or death
People often fail to recognize the true importance or gravity of a situation until it becomes a matter of life or death.


Say some a dem a bad but dem no bad like we
Others may claim to be tough or skilled, but they are not as tough or skilled as the artist and his associates.


Some a dem a cool but dem no cool like we
Although others may try to appear cool, they cannot match the coolness of the artist and his associates.


Sarkodie silva Stone no badder than we
Even other successful artists like Sarkodie and Silva Stone are not better or more skillful than the artist and his associates.


They no doing like we
Others are unable to achieve or perform like the artist and his associates.




Writer(s): Jahron Brathwaite, Kerry Brothers Jr., Noah Shebib, Alicia Augello-cook, Aubrey Graham, Edwin Jantunen

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Comments from YouTube:

@BujudaGodly

Still watching in 2019.. Shouts to those who said sark can rap in English.. Now u see ur face

@ibrahimkorikaabubakar9067

Kings beatz hahahaha.

@fiifianyimadu6118

2020 and Obidi still endangering my hearing
He said, "turn up the headphones" and I did 😂😂😂

@eastwindstudios

🤣🤣🤣🤣

@lifestyleds5783

Same here bro, I think he's literally controlling me koraa🤣🤣

@ekowitaly

the guy told you all he could rap in English,he is still a winner.big upppppsssssss
italia

@opokudebrahkevin410

Still jamming to this sing in 2020

@Johnwinfredblog

Am here juming to it

@sirprestige8803

YEAH. ME TOO... CLASSIC MATERIAL!!!

@parkuelvis6217

My all time favorite 😃

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