Africa
Sauti Sol Yemi Alade Lyrics
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It's an African work, yai
(Beats by Emzo)
Yemi Alade, Sauti Sol
This my African hands them gon' love you, yeah
My African lips them gon' kiss you, whoa
My African hips get down to you, whoa
Whether you come here to breakdance
Abi you come here to shake hands (shake hands)
You come here to make plans (make plans)
Ever we'll be richest motherland
Whether you come here to rock waist oh
Abi na to find food oh
Everything dey oh
Ever we'll be richest motherland
Anywhere you go
London, USA
Nowhere be like Africa
Nowhere be like home
Anywhere you go
New York, Chicago
Nowhere be like Africa
Nowhere be like home
Biko weruya wayo, eh, eh, eh
Wayaka eh, eh, eh
Karibu kiti eh, eh, eh
Utapewa nini eh, eh, eh (ai ya ya ya)
Weruya wayo eh, eh, eh
Wayaka eh, eh, eh
Karibu kiti eh, eh, eh
Utapewa nini eh, eh, eh (nini le leio)
This my African heart will dey love you
This my African arms they will squeeze you, yeah
My African ears will listen to you
My Kenyan legs will run to you yeah
Na kama umekuja ku-break dance (breakdance)
Umekuja ku, get down (get down)
Umekuja ku, take chance
Hakuna matata eeh
Kama umekuja kulipala yeah, kupiga densi ooh
Hapo ulipo eeeh kata kiuno ioo ioo ioo
Anywhere you go London, USA
Nowhere be like Africa (nowhere)
Nowhere be like home (oh)
Anywhere you go
New York, Chicago
Nowhere be like Africa
Nowhere be like home
Biko weruya wayo, eh, eh, eh
Wayaka eh, eh, eh
Karibu kiti eh, eh, eh
Utapewa nini eh, eh, eh (aiyayaya)
Weruya wayo, eh, eh, eh
Wayaka eh, eh, eh
Karibu kiti eh, eh, eh
Utapewa nini eh, eh, eh (le, le)
Ay
It's an African world
Yemi Alade
Soldier come, soldier go
Your home na your home
Irreplaceable
Anywhere you go
London, USA
Nowhere be like Africa
Nowhere be like home
Anywhere you go (anywhere you go)
New York, Chicago (Chicago)
Nowhere be like Africa
Nowhere be like home
Biko weruya wayo, eh, eh, eh
Wayaka eh, eh, eh
Karibu kiti eh, eh, eh
Utapewa nini eh, eh, eh (ai ya ya ya)
Weruya wayo, eh, eh, eh
Wayaka eh, eh, eh
Karibu kiti eh, eh, eh
Utapewa nini eh, eh, eh (le, le)
Africa, Africa yeah, yeah, yeah (eh, eh, eh)
(Eh, eh, eh) sweet like palm wine ooh (eh, eh, eh) (?) (baby)
The song "Africa" by Sauti Sol and Yemi Alade is a celebration of African culture, heritage and identity. The lyrics are a reflection of the pride that the artists have for their roots and the beauty that is Africa. The song is dominated by the refrain "Anywhere you go, London, USA, nowhere be like Africa, nowhere be like home" which reiterates the message of the song, that although there are many amazing places around the world, there is nowhere quite like Africa.
The lyrics also highlight the physical attributes of Africans, referencing their hands, hips, legs, lips and ears, all of which are depicted as being uniquely African traits that are to be celebrated. The artists also touch on the idea that Africa is rich in culture, resources and potential, and that although it may not be the most developed continent, its people have a strong spirit and sense of community.
Overall, "Africa" is an uplifting song that celebrates the beauty of the continent and its people. The artists' pride is apparent in the music and lyrics, and the song serves as a reminder that Africa is not just a place, but a way of life.
Line by Line Meaning
This my African hands them gon' love you, yeah
My hands, which are African in nature, will show you love and affection.
My African lips them gon' kiss you, whoa
My African lips will kiss you with passion and desire.
My African hips get down to you, whoa
My hips, which are African in nature, will dance with you and enjoy the rhythm of the music.
My African legs them go run to you
My legs, which are African in nature, will run towards you with excitement, energy, and speed.
Whether you come here to breakdance
Abi you come here to shake hands (shake hands)
You come here to make plans (make plans)
Ever we'll be richest motherland
No matter what your reason for being here is, whether it is to breakdance or shake hands or make business plans, Africa will always be the richest land with abundant resources.
Whether you come here to rock waist oh
Abi na to find food oh
Everything dey oh
Ever we'll be richest motherland
Whether you come here to dance and move your waist or to find food to eat, everything is available in Africa, which will always be the richest land with abundant resources.
Anywhere you go
London, USA
Nowhere be like Africa
Nowhere be like home
No matter where you go, whether to London, USA, or any other place, nowhere will be like Africa, which is our home.
Na kama umekuja ku-break dance (breakdance)
Umekuja ku, get down (get down)
Umekuja ku, take chance
Hakuna matata eeh
Kama umekuja kulipala yeah, kupiga densi ooh
Hapo ulipo eeeh kata kiuno ioo ioo ioo
Whether you came here to breakdance or get down, take a chance, there is no problem or worry. If you came here to party and dance, then let your waist move and enjoy the rhythm of the music.
This my African heart will dey love you
This my African arms they will squeeze you, yeah
My African ears will listen to you
My Kenyan legs will run to you yeah
My African heart will love you with all it has to offer, and my African arms will hold you close. My ears will listen to everything you have to say, and my Kenyan legs will run towards you with speed and energy.
Anywhere you go (anywhere you go)
New York, Chicago (Chicago)
Nowhere be like Africa
Nowhere be like home
No matter where you go, whether to New York or Chicago or any other place, nowhere will be like Africa, which is our home.
Ay
It's an African world
Yemi Alade
Soldier come, soldier go
Your home na your home
Irreplaceable
Africa is a unique and irreplaceable world, and we should always remember that our home is where our heart belongs, and nothing can replace it.
Biko weruya wayo, eh, eh, eh
Wayaka eh, eh, eh
Karibu kiti eh, eh, eh
Utapewa nini eh, eh, eh (ai ya ya ya)
Weruya wayo, eh, eh, eh
Wayaka eh, eh, eh
Karibu kiti eh, eh, eh
Utapewa nini eh, eh, eh (le, le)
Please, what did you bring us? Come and tell us. Welcome, take a seat. What will you be given? Come and tell us.
Africa, Africa yeah, yeah, yeah (eh, eh, eh)
(Eh, eh, eh) sweet like palm wine ooh (eh, eh, eh) (?) (baby)
Africa is sweet and joyful, like the taste of palm wine. Come and enjoy the richness and beauty of our land, baby.
Lyrics ยฉ O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Yemi Alade
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@veroniquedoutilamboni
Who is listening to this Masterpiece in 2024 and who else is proud african??๐โ๏ธ
@traceatroj240
Am here busting my eyes out๐ญ๐ญ there is something special about being an African โค๏ธ๐ฒ๐ผ
@fidelitemanirarora4163
Here we goโค am from Rwanda
@shilahmutai9979
Me here from ๐ฐ๐ช
@phy_phy138
Kenyan watching in Italy ๐
@MujuniAmon-gt5jp
Am there ๐๐ wow Africa to the top
@MonydeAnada-rl5iz
Who is here in 2024 I'm proud of Africa ๐ much appreciated from South Sudan ๐ฅฐ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธmay God bless Africa ๐๐๐
@yuri_13pp
Yes! I'm glad i'm not the only one
@user-nt3me2be9x
also R,๐ฌ๐ฆ
@Sunnykim34
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