He rose to prominence after releasing "Holla at Your Boy", the lead single from his debut studio album, Superstar (2011). "Tease Me/Bad Guys", "Don't Dull", "Love My Baby", "Pakurumo", and "Oluwa Lo Ni" were also released as singles from the Superstar album. Ayo, his self-titled second studio album, was released in September 2014. It was supported by six singles: "Jaiye Jaiye", "On Top Your Matter", "One Question", "Joy", "Bombay", and "Show You the Money". Wizkid left E.M.E after his contract expired.
In 2016, Wizkid achieved international recognition following his collaboration with Drake on the hit single "One Dance", which reached number one in 15 countries, including the US Billboard Hot 100, the UK, Canada and Australia. He signed a multi-album deal with RCA Records in March 2017. His third studio album, Sounds from the Other Side, was released in July 2017. It serves as his major label debut and was primarily a Caribbean-influenced record. SFTOS was supported by five singles: "Daddy Yo", "Sweet Love", "Come Closer" featuring Drake, "African Bad Gyal" and "Naughty Ride". Wizkid became the first Afrobeats artist to appear in the 2018 Guinness World Records for his contribution to "One Dance".[4]
In 2019, he was featured on Beyoncé's project The Lion King: The Gift on the collaboration "Brown Skin Girl", which won him a Grammy Award for Best Music Video.[5] His fourth album, Made in Lagos, was released in October 2020, to wide commercial success and acclaim.[6] The album includes the single "Essence", which became the first Nigerian song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100.[7]
By February 2021, Wizkid was the most-streamed Nigerian artist of all time on Spotify, with over 3.4 billion streams across all credits.[8]
Eledumare
WizKid Lyrics
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Ha ha ha ha
This is for my guys in the lungu chasing your dreams
Ha
Never stop, never stop (Lai lai)
Forward ever
Ha
Eledumare (Eledumare)
Baba ba mi se (Baba ba mi se)
Ka ‘ye ye mi (Ka ‘ye ye mi)
Baba Eledumare (Eledumare)
Eledumare (Eledumare)
Baba ba mi se (Baba ba mi se)
Ka ko ‘re dele (Ka ko ‘re dele)
Mo ni Eledumare (Eledumare)
Eledumare (Eledumare)
Baba ba mi se (Baba ba mi se)
Ka se yori (Ka se yori)
Eh
Eledumare (Eledumare)
Eledumare (Eledumare)
Baba ba mi se (Baba ba mi se)
K' owo wole (K' owo wole)
1
When me started from ghetto them no see
But na every city them dey feel me
From Falomo down to Badagry
Awon fans dem yapa dem no gree
Say my mother bein tell me Democracy
But my government dey show me supremacy
My people for Zanga dem no like
But my music dey make dem dey happy
So my people just get up to this, if you dey hustle and work
Say Baba God go bless you boku, you go never never lack
Baba God bless your mama
E go bless your papa
Baba God bless my mama
I dey pray for plenty money
Mo ni
Eledumare (Eledumare)
Eledumare (Eledumare)
Baba ba mi se (Baba ba mi se)
Ka ‘ye ye mi (Ka ‘ye ye mi)
Baba Eledumare (Eledumare)
Eledumare (Eledumare)
Baba ba mi se (Baba ba mi se)
Ka ko ‘re dele (Ka ko ‘re dele)
Mo ni Eledumare (Eledumare)
Eledumare (Eledumare)
Baba ba mi se (Baba ba mi se)
Ka se yori (Ka se yori)
Eh
Eledumare (Eledumare)
Eledumare (Eledumare)
Baba ba mi se (Baba ba mi se)
K' owo wole (K' owo wole)
2
Monkey dey work baboon dey chop
E no go be your portion
Food no dey water no dey
No go be your portion
Mama dey cry family die (No)
No go be your portion
Plenty joy money go dey (O Yes)
That go be your portion
All my peeps for Zanga feeling me
O ma da fun mekunu
O ma da fun olowo
O tun ma ada f'omo alaiye
All my people down in Surulere
Do your thing don't stop believing
Money dey money no dey oooo
Baba God will never leave you
Mo ni
Eledumare (Eledumare)
Eledumare (Eledumare)
Baba ba mi se (Baba ba mi se)
Ka ‘ye ye mi (Ka ‘ye ye mi)
Baba Eledumare (Eledumare)
Eledumare (Eledumare)
Baba ba mi se (Baba ba mi se)
Ka ko ‘re dele (Ka ko ‘re dele)
Mo ni Eledumare (Eledumare)
Eledumare (Eledumare)
Baba ba mi se (Baba ba mi se)
Ka se yori (Ka se yori)
Eh
Eledumare (Eledumare)
Eledumare (Eledumare)
Baba ba mi se (Baba ba mi se)
K' owo wole (K' owo wole)
Ehn ehn
Dance away
Ehn
Follow me dance away
Ehn ehn
Dance away
Eh
My people just dance away
Ehn ehn
Dance away
Ehn
Forget worry dance away
Ehn ehn
Dance away
Eh
My people just dance away
The song "Eledumare" by WizKid is about chasing dreams and never giving up. The lyrics start with a nod to those from humble beginnings who are chasing their dreams, urging them never to stop. WizKid then praises God for his blessings, referring to him as "Eledumare," a Yoruba word for God which translates to "The Almighty One." He prays for blessings on himself, his family, and his fans, and encourages everyone to keep pushing through the obstacles of life.
The lyrics also touch on the struggles of living in poverty and the desire for financial stability. WizKid speaks to those who feel invisible, telling them that he knows how it feels and that his music is meant to make them happy. He also acknowledges the social and political inequalities that exist, referencing Nigeria's democracy and the government's lack of concern for the people.
Overall, "Eledumare" is a motivational and uplifting song that emphasizes the importance of faith, hard work, and perseverance. It speaks to the struggles faced by many in Nigeria and around the world, but encourages listeners to keep striving for a better life.
Line by Line Meaning
When me started from ghetto them no see
When I started from the slums, people didn't see me or believe in me
But na every city them dey feel me
But now my music is being felt in every city
From Falomo down to Badagry
From the upscale Falomo to the low-income Badagry areas in Lagos, my music is heard
Awon fans dem yapa dem no gree
My fans are abundant, even though some people don't believe it
Say my mother bein tell me Democracy
My mother taught me about Democracy
But my government dey show me supremacy
But my government is showing me that they have more power and control
My people for Zanga dem no like
The people in my slum community, known as Zanga, may not like me
But my music dey make dem dey happy
But my music makes them happy
So my people just get up to this, if you dey hustle and work
So my people, if you're hustling and working, listen to this and stay motivated
Say Baba God go bless you boku, you go never never lack
God will bless you abundantly, and you will never lack
Baba God bless your mama
God bless your mother
E go bless your papa
God will bless your father
Baba God bless my mama
God bless my mother
I dey pray for plenty money
I pray to have a lot of money
Monkey dey work baboon dey chop
Some people work hard, but others benefit from their labor
E no go be your portion
That won't be your fate/destiny
Food no dey water no dey
Lack of food and water
No go be your portion
That won't be your fate/destiny
Mama dey cry family die (No)
Mothers cry, families lose loved ones
No go be your portion
That won't be your fate/destiny
Plenty joy money go dey (O Yes)
Plenty of money and happiness will be there
All my peeps for Zanga feeling me
All my people in the slums (Zanga) are feeling my music
O ma da fun mekunu
May you have luck
O ma da fun olowo
May you have wealth
O tun ma ada f'omo alaiye
May you have plenty of children
All my people down in Surulere
All my people in Surulere, another area in Lagos
Do your thing don't stop believing
Do what you need to do and keep believing in yourself
Money dey money no dey oooo
There's money and then there's no money
Baba God will never leave you
God will never abandon you
Dance away
Dance and forget your worries
Follow me dance away
Come and dance with me
Forget worry dance away
Forget your worries and dance
My people just dance away
My people, let's just dance and have fun
Contributed by Elizabeth J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@tagorsterling1513
This song is Very inspirational. It's 2022 and this jam still slaps harder. On repeat everyday here in Ghana 🇬🇭🙏
@bobbyjoe8696
Me too
@naijamadetv
It's 2024 now and I'm here to jam
@ikehomesgardens1779
Can't believe this song has less than 200k views in first quarter of 2023.
@ternguuta8455
2017 and I'm still here! Wizkid is the greatest of all time ⭐️⭐️
@olatomiallison6373
2020 still listening
@toddmicheal4883
Wizking Legend!
@oklm2213
2022🇸🇳✅
@charitynamfukwe1809
Never gets old I love you Wizikidayo zed 🇿🇲
@uncleted470
I’m not even Nigerian and don’t understand many things but trust me this is one of my most inspirational song ever. I’ll listen to this song everyday.