Gabriel was born in Essex, England. He returned to Nigeria with his family when he was just two years old. He grew up in different districts in Port-Harcourt city, Trans Amadi and Orazi but has been living in D/Line for over 17years. Growing up in a family composed mainly of girls, Slim Burna said he was forced to listen to songs from artists like, Tracy Chapman, Boy II Men, Michael Jackson and Keith Sweat, but those songs didn't really interest him until he listened to 2pac, Bone Thugs-n-Harmony, Shaggy, Dmx, Eminem, Cypress Hill, Wu-Tang Clan, and Ruff Ryders. That’s when he fell in love with Hiphop music and decided to start writing his songs. During his early years in the music industry, Gabriel’s childhood friends gave him the name "Slim Burna" meaning "the slim bone that burns". His previous releases include “Whatz ur name”, “Is 4 u”, “I like to move it”, “Kpasima” and “Highness Madness”.
Slim Burna rose to fame in 2009 he released a re-make of “Oyoyo” (a track originally recorded by Jay Martins) which was featured in several mixtapes put together by Naija DJs Coalition.The single became an instant hit. "Oyoyo" is a childhood slang in Nigeria used when the child's mum has returned home (mummy oyoyo). Slim Burna said he decided to do the re-make of “Oyoyo” because he felt the song wasn't complete.
In May 2012, he collaborated with an award-winning export from Port Harcourt, M-Trill on the song titled "Oya Na"for his album effort “Dirty Dancehall”. A remixed version of the song was later recorded with Ugandan artist Nick Nola and can be found on Nola's debut album "Honey Moon".
Slim Burna has previously released a couple of compilations, most notably "The Streets Mixtape" volumes 1, 2 and 3 which featured great songs from the upcoming and some of the best artists the Niger Delta and South South music scene has to offer.
On April 11, 2013, Slim Burna released as a free gift for fans his debut mixtape "I'm On Fire".
On My Way
Slim Burna Lyrics
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me I be champion
see I be number one
see I be superstar
see I be number one
see I be champion
see I be number one
see I be superstar
[Chorus]
I'm On My Way (x8)
[Verse 1]
aii, see me I be number one
hear mi when I say mi I be champion
I give jah di praise cos am his son
no matter what mi a go carry on
aii, see me a no go fear
when I walk in through the valley of the shadow and death
God by my side so me I no go shake
on the way to the top I dey carry and blaze
[Chorus]
I'm On My Way (x8)
[Verse 3]
see I love my life (I love my life)
I love my life ( I love my life)
I love my liiiiiiiiii liiii lii liii life
I love my life
I love my life
I love my liiiiiiiiii liiii lii liii life
[Chorus]
I'm On My Way (x8)
See I be number one
me I be champion
see I be number one
see I be superstar
see I be number one
see I be champion
see I be number one
see I be superstar
[Chorus]
I'm On My Way (x8)
Slim Buuuurna, aii...
The lyrics of Slim Burna’s “On My Way” are about the artist’s relentless pursuit of success in the face of opposition. Slim Burna asserts his position as a champion and superstar, declaring himself as number one. He gives thanks to God for his blessings and fearlessly journeys to the top, facing obstacles along the way. The repetition of the phrase “I’m On My Way” in the chorus reinforces his unwavering determination to succeed.
In the first verse, Slim Burna declares that he is number one and a champion. He acknowledges God’s role in his success and radiates confidence, saying that he will carry on despite any challenges he faces. He expresses his courage to face threats to his dreams, such as walking through the valley of the shadow of death. In the final verse, he proclaims his love for his life and how he lives it, as well as the journey he’s embarked on towards success.
Overall, “On My Way” is a song of resilience and determination, with Slim Burna conveying his unwavering commitment to achieving his goals despite any tribulations he might face.
Line by Line Meaning
See I be number one
I am confident and worthy of being at the top
me I be champion
I am a winner and have achieved greatness
see I be superstar
I am a shining star and stand out from the crowd
I'm On My Way (x8)
I am determined and focused on my path to success, and will achieve it
see me I be number one
I am confident and worthy of being at the top
hear mi when I say mi I be champion
Listen to me when I declare that I am a winner and have achieved greatness
I give jah di praise cos am his son
I am grateful and thankful to God for my talents and success
no matter what mi a go carry on
No matter what challenges I face, I will continue on my path to success
aii, see me a no go fear
I have no fear, and am confident in my abilities
when I walk in through the valley of the shadow and death
Even in the face of danger and adversity, I will persevere and overcome
God by my side so me I no go shake
With God's help and guidance, I will not falter or be shaken
on the way to the top I dey carry and blaze
On my journey to success, I am driven and unstoppable
see I love my life (I love my life)
I am content and happy with my life
I love my life ( I love my life)
I am grateful and appreciative of the life I have
I love my liiiiiiiiii liiii lii liii life
I love every aspect of my life
Slim Buuuurna, aii...
The artist Slim Burna is expressing his confidence and determination to succeed
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