That young woman with such uncanny creative talent and versatility is no other than Simisola Ogunleye, a.k.a Simi. Simi, a mass communications graduate, is no stranger to the Nigerian music industry. She wrote her very first tune at the age of 10 and started out singing and dancing in her early teens as a member of the teenage church choir. Eventually, she went on to launch her debut album in 2008, which was produced by Samklef. The album spawned hits such as Ara Ile, Ogaju, Iya Temi, to name a few.
In 2011, she met the talented producer/songwriter (Oscar Heman-Ackah) and they both connected musically. However, it wasn't until 2013 that she officially signed a production contract with Oscar Music Production, after which they both nurtured and created a fresh and genius direction to her sound, style and music in its entirety. Via this platform, she eventually got signed to X3M Music, the Lagos-based record label which is home to Nigerian R&B sensation Praiz.
Simi’s genre of music is Afro-pop, although she also dabbles in pop and soul. Her two singles, 'Tiff' & 'E No Go Funny" dropped on June 9th 2014.
Aimasiko
Simi Lyrics
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Pa ra rara rara ta ra ah eh
You dey work oo you dey pray e
You dey push oo everyday
You dey try oo no be play e
But your hustle never pay
And you think say God e nor dey for your side
You think say God e nor just get your time
Abi o ti gbagbe ileri t oluwa se
Aimasiko lon damu eda o
Oro mi lowo Oluwa lo wa
Aimasiko lon damu eda o
Oro mi lowo Oluwa lo wa
Oro mi lowo Oluwa
Oro mi lowo Oluwa
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
Ani oro mi lowo Oluwa
Lowo Oluwa yea e
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
You dey wait for your lover you want to marry
You dey vex e o time don dey go you say why me o
You dey ask e ooo for bouncing baby
You say father please nor forget e o blessing follow me o
You think say God e nor dey for your side side
And you want to find another way to prosper prosper
You think say God e nor just get your time
Abi o ti gbagbe ileri to Oluwa se
Aimasiko lon damu eda o nobody knows tomorrow
Oro mi lowo Oluwa lo wa
Aimasiko lon damu eda o
Oro mi lowo Oluwa lo wa
Oro mi lowo Oluwa
Oro mi lowo Oluwa
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
Ani oro mi lowo Oluwa
Lowo Oluwa yea e
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
Aimasiko lon damu eda o
Oro mi lowo oluwa lo wa
Aimasiko lon damu eda o
Oro mi lowo Oluwa lo wa
Oro mi lowo Oluwa
Lowo Oluwa lse mi
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
Mo ni oro mi lowo Oluwa
Lowo Oluwa ola mi
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
Gbogbo ebi mi
Lowo Oluwa
Ara ile mi
Lowo Oluwa
Ife okon mi
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
Ani oro mi lowo Oluwa
Lowo Oluwa yea e
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
The opening lines of Simi's song Aimasiko, "Pa ra rara ra ra ah / Pa ra rara rara ta ra ah eh," feature an upbeat rhythm that sets the tone for the song. The lyrics of the song speak to the struggles and challenges of daily life, the hopes and fears that come with it, and the desire for divine intervention. The lyrics suggest that despite a person's hard work and prayers, things may not always fall into place and success may not come easy. The song delivers a reassuring message that God has plans for everyone and encourages listeners to place their trust in him.
Simi's use of the Yoruba language in the song adds to its cultural significance. "Oro mi lowo Oluwa lo wa" translates to "my destiny is in the hands of God". Through the lyrics, Simi touches on common struggles people face such as finding love, starting a family, and achieving success in career paths. The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of relying on God and his timing for their lives.
Overall, Simi's "Aimasiko" is a relatable track that speaks to the highs and lows of life and encourages people to turn to God when things become difficult.
Line by Line Meaning
Pa ra rara ra ra ah
Instrumental intro
Pa ra rara rara ta ra ah eh
Second instrumental intro
You dey work oo you dey pray e
You're working hard and praying
You dey push oo everyday
You're pushing hard every day
You dey try oo no be play e
You're trying hard, it's not easy
But your hustle never pay
But your hard work hasn't paid off yet
And you think say God e nor dey for your side
And you think God isn't on your side
And you want to find another way to prosper
And you want to find another way to succeed
You think say God e nor just get your time
You think God has forgotten you
Abi o ti gbagbe ileri t oluwa se
Or have you forgotten what God can do?
Aimasiko lon damu eda o
Time has a plan for everyone
Oro mi lowo Oluwa lo wa
My destiny is in God's hands
You dey wait for your lover you want to marry
You're waiting for your love and a wedding
You dey vex e o time don dey go you say why me o
You're frustrated that time is passing and you wonder why it's happening to you
You dey ask e ooo for bouncing baby
You're asking for a child
You say father please nor forget e o blessing follow me o
You're asking God not to forget you and to bless you
Aimasiko lon damu eda o nobody knows tomorrow
Time has a plan for everyone, and tomorrow is unknown
Oro mi lowo Oluwa lo wa
My destiny is in God's hands
Aimasiko lon damu eda o
Time has a plan for everyone
Oro mi lowo Oluwa lo wa
My destiny is in God's hands
Aimasiko lon damu eda o
Time has a plan for everyone
Oro mi lowo Oluwa lo wa
My destiny is in God's hands
Oro mi lowo Oluwa
My destiny is in God's hands
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
My destiny is with God
Ani oro mi lowo Oluwa
All my destiny is with God
Lowo Oluwa yea e
My destiny is with God
Aimasiko lon damu eda o
Time has a plan for everyone
Oro mi lowo oluwa lo wa
My destiny is in God's hands
Mo ni oro mi lowo Oluwa
My destiny is with God
Lowo Oluwa ola mi
My destiny is with God, my creator
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
My destiny is with God
Gbogbo ebi mi
All my family
Lowo Oluwa
My destiny is with God
Ara ile mi
All my people from my homeland
Lowo Oluwa
My destiny is with God
Ife okon mi
All my beloved ones
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
My destiny is with God
Ani oro mi lowo Oluwa
All my destiny is with God
Lowo Oluwa yea e
My destiny is with God
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
My destiny is with God
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@anyafulugomedia8769
Simi reminds me of what I felt the first time I heard Adele sing and the first time I saw her video.
No flashing of breasts and nyash.
Just the talent! Voice and personality.
You are gold Simi. Little wonder Adekunle found you.
❤
@valentinapurrazza9344
You dey work oo you dey pray e
You dey push oo everyday
You dey try oo no be play e
But your hustle never pay
And you think say God e nor dey for your side
And you want to find another way to prosper
You think say God e nor just get your time
Abi o ti gbagbe ileri t oluwa se
Aimasiko lon damu eda o
Oro mi lowo Oluwa lo wa
Aimasiko lon damu eda o
Oro mi lowo Oluwa lo wa
Oro mi lowo Oluwa
Oro mi lowo Oluwa
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
Ani oro mi lowo Oluwa
Lowo Oluwa yea e
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
You dey wait for your lover you want to marry
You dey vex e o time don dey go you say why me o
You dey ask e ooo for bouncing baby
You say father please nor forget e o blessing follow me o
You think say God e nor dey for your side side
And you want to find another way to prosper prosper
You think say God e nor just get your time
Abi o ti gbagbe ileri to Oluwa se
Aimasiko lon damu eda o nobody knows tomorrow
Oro mi lowo Oluwa lo wa
Aimasiko lon damu eda o
Oro mi lowo Oluwa lo wa
Oro mi lowo Oluwa
Oro mi lowo Oluwa
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
Ani oro mi lowo Oluwa
Lowo Oluwa yea e
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
Aimasiko lon damu eda o
Oro mi lowo oluwa lo wa
Aimasiko lon damu eda o
Oro mi lowo Oluwa lo wa
Oro mi lowo Oluwa
Lowo Oluwa lse mi
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
Mo ni oro mi lowo Oluwa
Lowo Oluwa ola mi
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
Gbogbo ebi mi
Lowo Oluwa
Ara ile mi
Lowo Oluwa
Ife okon mi
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
Ani oro mi lowo Oluwa
Lowo Oluwa yea e
Lowo Oluwa lo wa
@telehshow4216
i love the fact that the song ddnt end with everyone later getting what they want,but that they are happy waiting on God and trusting his decisions,it is 100% real
@emmanuelslyvanus3966
Simi face of Nigeria vocal sound....press the like button if u love this song as I do
@assiatujalloh9802
Best of Best. SIMI
@Bofua
I'm a 15-year-old Ghanaian but I love this song.
Whenever I feel pressure caused by school work I listen to this song.
@oluakinwale4859
Wow! Have not heard a young adult Nigerian make a comment like that.
@gabriellagabriel
Reminds me of my teen days. Healthy Music helped me alot.
@samuelkulecho7163
Hi Regina, you are 17 now. Been keeping tabs patiently from over here, Nairobi.
@yomide_naturals
Awwwnnnn 🥰🥰
See who's an adult now 😘
@jennyukeh9974
I remember when I was waiting on God for marriage and people would ask, "when are you getting married or when will you start having children?" I used to sing the chorus of this song as my response. Even till now when someone asks a question relating to my life, I still sing this song as my response...smiles
@unotool
Chorus translation for non-Yourba speakers:
Humans are troubled by the lack of knowledge concerning their future.
As for me, my destiny is in the hands of God.