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]
Ololufe
Wizkid Lyrics
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Layemi
Sofunwan mo n'ife
Mo n'ife gan ni
Fine lady girl you different, you different gan ni o
I no know why but mo miss eh
Bad girl, I'm addicted, addicted gan ni o
Iwo l'ololufe my darling
Iwo l'ololufe mi mo n'ife re
Iwo l'ololufe my darling
Iwo l'ololufe mi mo n'ife re
Gi Gi Giddem
Hmm so funwan mo n'ife
Mo ni folashade
So fun won Mo n'ife, mo n'ife gan ni o
Layemi
Olayemi mo n'ife
Funke
So fun eh mo n'ife
Titilola
Hmm so fun eh mo n'ife
Moni Folashade
So fun eh pe moni fe eh moni fe gan ni
Iwo l'ololufe my lovely
Iwo l'ololufe mi mo n'ife re
Iwo l'ololufe my darling
Iwo l'ololufe mi mo n'ife re kokokoko
Koko bi lo ko ko ko
Owa fe pade mi ni sa le
Oye ka fun ko ko bi lo
Kokokoko
Owa fe je ko ko ko ko
Moni ko pade mi ni sa le iyen gan lo shey ko ko ko ko
Iwo l'ololufe my darling
Iwo l'ololufe mi mo n'ife re
Iwo l'ololufe my darling
Iwo l'ololufe mi mo n'ife re
Giddem
Layemi
Olayemi mo n'ife eh
Funke
So funwan mo n'ife eh Titilola
Hmm so funwan mo n'ife
Mo ni folashade
So fun won Mo n'ife, mo n'ife gan ni o
Gbemidebe
Gbemide
Gbe
Gbe
Gbemidebe
The lyrics of Wizkid's song "Ololufe" convey a story of love and admiration for a special person. The song opens with Wizkid expressing his disbelief that this person doesn't notice his affection. He refers to her as Layemi, indicating a personal connection. Despite this, he is deeply infatuated with her and admits that he misses her, showcasing his longing for her presence. Wizkid acknowledges her uniqueness and confesses his addiction to her, suggesting that he cannot resist her charm.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the depth of Wizkid's love for Layemi. He repeatedly states that she is his "ololufe," which translates to "my love" or "my heart's desire" in Yoruba. He asserts that he desires her affection and that she is his beloved. The repetition of these lines signifies the intensity of his feelings.
The following verses mention various other names, such as Folashade, Funke, Titilola, and Moni Folashade, suggesting that Wizkid may be addressing multiple individuals he holds dear. He expresses his love for each of them in a similar manner, stating that he's infatuated with them. These names could represent friends, family members, or even hypothetical love interests.
The bridge of the song brings a rhythmic element with the repeated sounds of "kokokoko." It adds an energetic vibe to the track and serves as a transition to the final chorus. Wizkid sings about someone who wants to find him and be with him, while others are jealous of their connection. This shows that he attracts attention and that people desire to be in his presence.
In conclusion, "Ololufe" is a love song where Wizkid expresses his deep affection for Layemi and other significant people in his life. The lyrics reflect his longing, addiction, and admiration for these individuals, emphasizing the intensity of his emotions. The repetition of the chorus and the energetic bridge add to the overall catchy and passionate nature of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't believe that she don't
I am astonished that she doesn't
Layemi
My beloved
Sofunwan mo n'ife
Tell me your love
Mo n'ife gan ni
I really love you
Fine lady girl you different, you different gan ni o
You are an exceptional lady, you truly are
I no know why but mo miss eh
I don't know why, but I miss her
Mo miss eh gan ni o
I miss her intensely
Bad girl, I'm addicted, addicted gan ni o
You are a bad girl, I am addicted to you
Iwo l'ololufe my darling
You are my beloved, my darling
Iwo l'ololufe mi mo n'ife re
You are my true love, I desire you
Gi Gi Giddem
Keep giving it to them
Hmm so funwan mo n'ife
Tell me your love
Mo ni folashade
I have Folashade
So fun won Mo n'ife, mo n'ife gan ni o
Tell them I love them, I truly do
Layemi
My beloved
Olayemi mo n'ife
Olayemi, I love you
Funke
Funke
So fun eh mo n'ife
Tell her I love her
Titilola
Titilola
Hmm so fun eh mo n'ife
Hmm, tell her I love her
Moni Folashade
I have Folashade
So fun eh pe moni fe eh moni fe gan ni
Tell her that I love her, I truly do
Iwo l'ololufe my lovely
You are my lovely beloved
Iwo l'ololufe mi mo n'ife re
You are my true love, I desire you
Iwo l'ololufe my darling
You are my beloved, my darling
Iwo l'ololufe mi mo n'ife re kokokoko
You are my true love, I desire you, kokokoko
Koko bi lo ko ko ko
Something significant
Owa fe pade mi ni sa le
They all want to meet me
Oye ka fun ko ko bi lo
I will give them something significant
Kokokoko
Kokokoko
Owa fe je ko ko ko ko
They all want to have something significant
Moni ko pade mi ni sa le iyen gan lo shey ko ko ko ko
They don't get to meet me, that's what makes it significant
Iwo l'ololufe my darling
You are my beloved, my darling
Iwo l'ololufe mi mo n'ife re
You are my true love, I desire you
Iwo l'ololufe my darling
You are my beloved, my darling
Iwo l'ololufe mi mo n'ife re
You are my true love, I desire you
Giddem
Keep giving it to them
Layemi
My beloved
Olayemi mo n'ife eh
Olayemi, I love you
Funke
Funke
So funwan mo n'ife eh Titilola
Tell me your love, Titilola
Hmm so funwan mo n'ife
Hmm, tell me your love
Mo ni folashade
I have Folashade
So fun won Mo n'ife, mo n'ife gan ni o
Tell them I love them, I truly do
Gbemidebe
Hold on tight
Gbemide
Hold on tight
Gbe
Hold
Gbe
Hold
Gbemidebe
Hold on tight
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ayodeji Balogun, Oluwatobi Ojosipe, Olajumoke Olayiwola, Peace Oredope
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@DJSPARKVEVOs
I won't force my children to love WIZKID songs, they will either love them or go to rent their own apartment
@specia_gold
😅😅❤
@Pizzie97
Haha, choke ✊🏿
@climaxstudios4897
I de tell you. He is just easy to love
@specia_gold
@@climaxstudios4897 EASY TO LOVE 💯
@darkasnight86
U said this on all videos..cringe
@Tosin_hotsauce
Giving that old South African vibes.. channel O days wiz is a goat.
@kelvdc418
If you are reading this may God bless you and your family the same way Wizkid bless us with good musics ❤
@dominicandrewz
Afro-deep house alternating with amapiano! This hits hard. Nigerian producers always pushing afrofusion and the limits of afrobeats 🤘🏾🇳🇬
@tonykyle
Yes thanks to the incredible mixing and mastering by American Leandro