SHAKE IT
The Noise & Xamplify Lyrics
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I'm Dbanj
Ma like kini yen
I like what you wear
And ema like kini yen
Emi wa like what you wear
Ma like kini yen
I like what you wear
Emi wa like what you wear
Oya shake it
Dont break it
It took your mama nine months to make it
Oh oh
shake it
Dont break it
It took your mama nine months to make it
Oya yoyoyo
Sitting by the mall
Fine girl in corporate shoe
Take you on a ride
See I'm from Nigeria
My money no dey lie
So when I tell you wa wa wa
Please dont tell me no
Oya jump in my cruise
Let's get loose
Me and you together omo nothing to lose
I'ma set you loose
Into the blues
Before you know what's up
and then we're catching the cruise
Oya shake it
Dont break it
It took your mama nine months to make it
Oh oh
shake it
Dont break it
It took your mama nine months to make it
Emi aremo
Ni mirokuni one
Osina water bora kara yawa
A real chief Oluoma one
Chosen son of god creature one
Turning water now into wine
Sexy ladies now start to whine
Abracadabra o de ni ibo land
Oya jump in my cruise
Let's get loose
Me and you together omo nothing to lose
I'ma set you loose
Into the blues
Before you know what's up
and then we're catching the cruise
Ma like kini yen
I like what you wear
And ema like kini yen
Emi wa like what you wear
Ma like kini yen
I like what you wear
And ema like kini yen
Emi wa like what you wear
Oya shake it
Dont break it
It took your mama nine months to make it
Oh oh
shake it
Dont break it
It took your mama nine months to make it
Oya shake it
shake it
Oya shake it
It took your mama nine months to make it
shake it
The lyrics of The Noise & Xamplify's song Shake it are largely about dancing and having fun. The opening lines establish the identity of the singer, Dbanj, as he introduces himself. He then proceeds to compliment the dress sense of the person he's addressing multiple times. The repeated lines "I like what you wear" and "shake it, don't break it" suggest a playful, flirty tone.
The pre-chorus reinforces the idea that the person being addressed should dance, and not break their body while doing so. A nod to the time and effort taken by their mother during pregnancy links back to the idea that the body is precious and should be treated with care.
The bulk of the song is made up of verses that talk about the Nigerian musician's wealth, and his desire to take the listener on a journey to let their hair down and have some fun. The verses are peppered with lines in his native language and English, showcasing his multicultural background. The song ends with a repetition of the main chorus.
In summary, Shake it is a fun, upbeat song about letting loose and enjoying oneself on the dancefloor. It features playful flirts, nods to the preciousness of the body, and showcases the cultural background and wealth of its artist.
Line by Line Meaning
Ehhhhnn
A sound to grab attention and get the party started
I'm Dbanj
Introducing oneself as Dbanj, the artist behind the song
Ma like kini yen
I like what you're wearing
I like what you wear
Reinforcing that the artist likes the person's clothing
And ema like kini yen
And I'm sure you like what I'm wearing too
Emi wa like what you wear
I'm sure you like what I'm wearing too
Ma like kini yen
I like what you're wearing
I like what you wear
Reinforcing that the artist likes the person's clothing
And ema like kini yen
And I'm sure you like what I'm wearing too
Emi wa like what you wear
I'm sure you like what I'm wearing too
Oya shake it
Encouraging the person to dance
Dont break it
Don't injure yourself while dancing
It took your mama nine months to make it
Your body is a precious gift that your mother carried for nine months while you developed in the womb
Oh oh
Expressing excitement and energy
Sitting by the mall
Setting the stage for the location of the encounter
Fine girl in corporate shoe
Noticing a woman wearing business attire and complimenting her appearance
Take you on a ride
Offering to take the woman on a fun adventure
See I'm from Nigeria
Revealing the artist's nationality
My money no dey lie
Emphasizing the artist's wealth
So when I tell you wa wa wa
When the artist speaks, he wants the woman to trust him
Please dont tell me no
Requesting the woman to agree and not refuse the offer
Oya jump in my cruise
Inviting the woman to join him in his car
Let's get loose
Let's have fun without worrying about anything else
Me and you together omo nothing to lose
We can enjoy ourselves without any risks or consequences
I'ma set you loose
I'm going to encourage you to let go and enjoy yourself
Into the blues
Dancing with energy and enthusiasm
Before you know what's up and then we're catching the cruise
Before you realize, we'll be having the time of our lives
Emi aremo
I am a prince
Ni mirokuni one
From the great kingdom of Yoruba land
Osina water bora kara yawa
Using magical powers to create miracles
A real chief Oluoma one
A respected leader with high status
Chosen son of god creature one
A special individual believed to have divine power
Turning water now into wine
Making the impossible possible with his powers
Sexy ladies now start to whine
Attractive women start dancing sensually
Abracadabra o de ni ibo land
Using magic to create excitement and wonder
Oya shake it
Encouraging the person to dance
Dont break it
Don't injure yourself while dancing
It took your mama nine months to make it
Your body is a precious gift that your mother carried for nine months while you developed in the womb
Oh oh
Expressing excitement and energy
Oya yoyoyo
A playful and upbeat expression
Ma like kini yen
I like what you're wearing
I like what you wear
Reinforcing that the artist likes the person's clothing
And ema like kini yen
And I'm sure you like what I'm wearing too
Emi wa like what you wear
I'm sure you like what I'm wearing too
Ma like kini yen
I like what you're wearing
I like what you wear
Reinforcing that the artist likes the person's clothing
And ema like kini yen
And I'm sure you like what I'm wearing too
Emi wa like what you wear
I'm sure you like what I'm wearing too
Oya shake it
Encouraging the person to dance
Dont break it
Don't injure yourself while dancing
It took your mama nine months to make it
Your body is a precious gift that your mother carried for nine months while you developed in the womb
Oh oh
Expressing excitement and energy
Oya shake it
Encouraging the person to dance more vigorously
It took your mama nine months to make it
Your body is a precious gift that your mother carried for nine months while you developed in the womb
shake it
Encouraging the person to keep dancing
Contributed by Anna J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@JCdance100
One of the best songs ever :)
@TMRWMusic
thanks for the feedback guys! good or bad, we listen to it all!
@MkdMuzza
@TechnoPandaa yeah the 2007 Annual was great. 2008 was good but i liked the 2007 more.
@laurentew5241
Such a long shot but this featured on a compilation, after pitbull and honorebel - anyone remember this? And the name of the compilation?
@sexijodie
can anyone help me? is there a song that has this beat, but a girl repeating "sheke your bon"' over and over again?