Years
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Oh yeah
We still dey o
Four years don waka
We still dey carry go
Nobody waka
Nobody go solo
Our case o
Na your grace o
A du pe o
People talk say khaki no be leather
But we have stayed through the rain and the stormy weather
Whether them like am or whether them no send
Or whether them pretend (We still dey o)
People talk say one day e go better
But I say that the day is already better
On my left and my right
I see Tunde and Zeal
Wetin I feel e be say
Four years don waka
We still dey carry go
Nobody waka
Nobody go solo
Baba God o
Our case o
Na your grace o
A du pe o
I say four years don waka
We still dey carry go
Nobody waka
Nobody go solo
Baba God o
Our case o
Na your grace o
A du pe o
People say we go break up when we make money
We have made some and stayed as a family
Whether we fight o or whether we quarrel
Over money or girl (We still dey o)
People talk say na me go first go solo
And how I wonder they can see tomorrow
Where would I be without Shifi and Tunde eh
Maybe I go wound eh eh
Four years don waka (Waka waka)
We still dey carry go
Nobody waka
Nobody go solo (Nobody)
Baba God o (E se)
Our case o
Na your grace o
A du pe o
Four years don waka
We still dey carry go
Nobody waka (Ko se'ni keni)
Nobody go solo (Nobody)
Baba God o
Our case o (Our case o)
Na your grace o (Na your grace)
A du pe o
Baba a du pe o
Baba a du pe o
Baba a du pe o
Baba a du pe o
1997 was the year I met Shifi
Later we were joined by Lanre and Yemi
1998 Lanre passed away
Zeal came with a brighter day
Two double 03 came T-Jazz and Joey
Sunky and Mekoyo produced Olufunmi
Oh how I wish Lanre and Yemi were here
But I thank you Lord cause
Four years don waka
We still dey carry go (Carry go)
Nobody waka
Nobody go solo
Baba God o (My Father Lord)
Our case o (Our case na your grace)
Na your grace o (So we thank you Lord)
A du pe o
Four years don waka
We still dey carry go
Nobody waka
Nobody go solo
Baba God o (Baba God o)
Our case o (Our case o)
Na your grace o (Na your grace yea)
A du pe o
Baba a du pe o
Baba a du pe o
Baba a du pe o
Baba a du pe o
Baba a du pe o
Baba a du pe o
Baba a du pe o
Baba a du pe o
We still dey o
The song "Years" by STYL Plus is a tribute to the group's perseverance and strength in unity. The group reflects on their journey, which has been filled with ups and downs, but their bond has remained unbroken. The lyrics convey a strong message of gratitude to God for sustaining them through the years. The title of the song, "Years," is a representation of the time the group has spent together and the challenges they have overcome.
The first verse starts with an acknowledgment that the group has been together for four years and still going strong. They express that they have come too far to give up, and they are in it together. The second verse highlights the challenges they have faced as a group, including people's negative opinions, but they have managed to stay together despite all the negativity. The third verse talks about their commitment to staying together to overcome whatever comes their way.
The chorus repeats the phrase "four years don waka," which means "four years of walking" in pidgin English. This emphasizes the time they have spent together and the obstacles they have overcome. It also emphasizes their unity in staying together, with "nobody waka nobody go solo," meaning "nobody walks alone."
In summary, the song "Years" is about STYL Plus's journey, highlighting their struggles and triumphs, as well as their unity as a group. The lyrics convey a message of togetherness, gratitude, and perseverance.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh yeah we still dey o
We are still here, still together
Four years don waka
Four years have passed since we began
We still dey carry go
We are still moving forward, carrying on
Nobody waka nobody go solo
We stick together, no one goes alone
Baba God o our case e oo na Your grace o
Dear God, our situation is in your hands and we rely on your grace
Adupe o
Thank you, God
People talk say khaki no be leather
People may doubt us or say negative things, but we still persist
But we have stayed through the rain and the stormy weather
We have weathered the storms and stayed strong through difficult times
Whether dem like am or whether dem no send or whether dem pretend
Whether or not people approve, whether they care or pretend not to, we will keep going
People talk say one day e go better
People say things will get better eventually
But I say that today is already better
To me, right now is already a good day
For my left and my right I see Tunde and Zeal
I see my friends Tunde and Zeal by my side, supporting me
Wetin I fee eel be say
What I feel is that
And people say we go breakup when we make money
People predict that we will break up once we become successful
We have met and have stayed as a family e yeah e
But we have met and continued to stick together like a family
Whether we fight o or whether we quarrel over money or girl
Whether we fight or argue about money or love
People talk say na me go first go solo
People say I will be the first to leave the group and go solo
Then I wander how they can see tomorrow o o
But I wonder how they can predict the future
Where would I be without Shifi and Tunde eh
I wouldn't be where I am today without my friends Shifi and Tunde
Maybe I go wound eh eh eh
Maybe I would have ended up hurt or lost without them
1997 was the year I met Shifi
In 1997, I met my friend Shifi
Later we were joined by Lanre and Yemi
Later, we were joined by Lanre and Yemi
1998 Lanre passed away
In 1998, Lanre passed away
Zeal came with a brighter day
But Zeal joined the group and brought new life
Two double 03 came T-jazz and Joey
In 2003, T-jazz and Joey joined us
Sunky and Mekoyo produced Olufunmi
Sunky and Mekoyo produced our hit song Olufunmi
Oh how I wish Lanre and Yemi were here
I miss Lanre and Yemi and wish they were still here with us
So we thank You Lord
So we thank you, Lord
We still dey oo
We are still here, still together
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Geezie
Remember this song came out the same year I graduated from university.. I and my friends were like "four years Don waka.." These guys were really great! 2016 and still rocking
Sadiq Yahaya
Song of sence and maturity. And still hits till date.
Styl plus my guys.
belinda justins
they are appreciating God for their togetherness and oneness all these years no matter the normal differences they will definitely have as a group. God bless styl_plus and I pray u dont go solo. LOVE U GUYS
Isaac Edna
I love this guys 😔I wish they could come back 💯🙏❤2022.
Omotola E. A
I agree they dont need to go solo because they have each other and YES i cant wait for the video.LOVE STYL-PLUS
Udeh Harrision
If you graduated without singing this song then your certificate is not valid. 😂 E dey constitution. The best group out of Africa. Ever. 😭 🙌
Emma Agbor
Best graduation day song to jam...till date
Joan Allen
Still enjoying this song in November 2019...Love love these guys
Agbor Penuel
Wehhhhh....Styl Plus..word's alone can't explain how I feel when I hear you guys flow..... So natural.... Where dem dey now?
unica1211
dese guys ROCK!!!!!!!!!!..i luv all their songs especially dis one...d fact dat dey r thanking God is so wonderful n m happy dey r united afta all wat dey go thru..luv u guys <3