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.
Lullaby
Simi Lyrics
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And your eyes so heavy, they'll weight you down when you laugh
You ran to me and said "baby can't rest I told
You no one in this world has either, we're blessed
I know you struggle to see it
Sometimes and you struggle to sleep at night
But just know, I'm watching over you... Ooo
Enough troubles to trouble us all
But just know, I'm feeling it too... Ooo
I was wondering if you'd like to come inside
And sit with me so I don't die
I love you so and I'll never let you go And
May the Lord be with you, no matter where you go
I know you struggle to see it
Sometimes and you struggle to sleep at night
But just know, I'm watching over you... Ooo
You lay and stare at the wall
Enough troubles to trouble us all
But just know, I'm watching over you... Ooo
I'm feeling it too... Oodo
Simi's song Lullaby is a heart-warming ballad where the singer is taking care of someone who is going through a tough time. In the first verse, Simi paints a vivid image of the person lying down, exhausted, with their head on the grass, and their eyes so heavy that they weigh them down when they laugh. It's clear that they are physically and emotionally drained, and in need of rest.
In the chorus, Simi tells the person that she is watching over them and feeling their pain too. She acknowledges that sometimes it's difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel, and they struggle to sleep at night. But, as their friend, Simi assures them that they are not alone, and that they will get through it together.
The second verse reinforces this message, with Simi inviting the person into her home and telling them she loves them and will never let them go. The song ends with Simi asking the Lord to be with the person no matter where they go. The lullaby is a beautiful display of unconditional love and support during difficult times, and it's easy to see why it's such an emotionally resonant song.
Line by Line Meaning
You'll fall asleep with your head on the grass
You'll drift off to sleep in the arms of nature
And your eyes so heavy, they'll weight you down when you laugh
You're so tired that the slightest emotion feels like a burden
You ran to me and said 'baby can't rest I told
You seek refuge in me, saying you can't fall asleep
You no one in this world has either, we're blessed
I remind you that no one has it easy, we're fortunate to have each other
I know you struggle to see it
I understand that you find it hard to believe
Sometimes and you struggle to sleep at night
There are times when you lay awake at night
But just know, I'm watching over you... Ooo
But remember, I'm always here for you
You lay and stare at the wall
You ruminate, staring at the wall
Enough troubles to trouble us all
There are enough difficulties for us all to share
But just know, I'm feeling it too... Ooo
But remember, I'm also experiencing the same feelings
I was wondering if you'd like to come inside
I suggest coming inside to feel safer
And sit with me so I don't die
To keep me alive with your company
I love you so and I'll never let you go And
I adore you and promise to always stay by your side
May the Lord be with you, no matter where you go
I pray for blessings to follow you, wherever you may wander
Writer(s): Simi Trevett-singh
Contributed by Christopher C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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You will fall asleep with your head on the grass
And your eyes so heavy, they'll weigh you down when you laugh
You ran to me and said baby I can't rest
I told you no one in this world has either, we're blessed
I know you struggle to see it sometimes
And you struggle to sleep at night
But just know, that I'm watchin' over you, ooh-ooh
You lay and stare at the wall,
Enough troubles to trouble us all
But just know, I'm feeling it too
I was wonderin' if you'd like to come inside
And sit with me so I don't die
I love you so and I'll never let you go
And may the Lord be with you no matter where you go
I know you struggle to see it sometimes
And you struggle to sleep at night
But just know, that I'm watchin' over you, ooh-ooh
You lay and stare at the wall,
Enough troubles to trouble us all
But just know, I'm watching over you
I'm feeling it too, ooh-ooh
@valeriazebrowski158
Simi’s voice. The words. The music...everything is so gentle and soothing. I think I can close my eyes now.
@maddiemontoya6242
SIMI IS SO TALENTED
@arwyn9435
a lullaby uploaded right as im struggling to sleep, couldn't have been better timing
@mackerrllylaya134
I know righ?
@capsizeemily9093
This is one of the songs where you just happily listen to it, look at the moon and think about life and enjoy that time
@macm3076
that one person who disliked the video
i will personally flick on the forehead
shame on you
@wolfkittykat
and i will purposefully step on their pinky toe
because i know for a fact
that it hurts.
so badly.
.....anyway yeah, shame on them indeed
@macm3076
@@wolfkittykat wear boots.
large oversized boots.
to crush it into the ground.
so deep in the earth they will never see it again.
they will appreciate simi's music after that.
lmao maybe i'm being a bit too harsh
@zanesantacroce
It’s cuz they missed the like button because of the tears in their eyes cuz of how good the song is.
@neverlandgirl2237
I have combat boots and know how to use them