Africa
Yemi Alade Lyrics


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Why
It's an African work, yai
(Beats by Emzo)
Yemi Alade, Sauti Sol

This my African hands them gon' love you, yeah
My African lips them gon' kiss you, whoa
My African hips get down to you, whoa
My African legs them go run to you

Whether you come here to breakdance
Abi you come here to shake hands (shake hands)
You come here to make plans (make plans)
Ever we'll be richest motherland
Whether you come here to rock waist oh
Abi na to find food oh
Everything dey oh
Ever we'll be richest motherland

Anywhere you go
London, USA
Nowhere be like Africa
Nowhere be like home
Anywhere you go
New York, Chicago
Nowhere be like Africa
Nowhere be like home

Biko weruya wayo, eh, eh, eh
Wayaka eh, eh, eh
Karibu kiti eh, eh, eh
Utapewa nini eh, eh, eh (ai ya ya ya)

Weruya wayo eh, eh, eh
Wayaka eh, eh, eh
Karibu kiti eh, eh, eh
Utapewa nini eh, eh, eh (nini le leio)

This my African heart will dey love you
This my African arms they will squeeze you, yeah
My African ears will listen to you
My Kenyan legs will run to you yeah
Na kama umekuja ku-break dance (breakdance)
Umekuja ku, get down (get down)
Umekuja ku, take chance
Hakuna matata eeh
Kama umekuja kulipala yeah, kupiga densi ooh
Hapo ulipo eeeh kata kiuno ioo ioo ioo

Anywhere you go London, USA
Nowhere be like Africa (nowhere)
Nowhere be like home (oh)
Anywhere you go
New York, Chicago
Nowhere be like Africa
Nowhere be like home

Biko weruya wayo, eh, eh, eh
Wayaka eh, eh, eh
Karibu kiti eh, eh, eh
Utapewa nini eh, eh, eh (aiyayaya)

Weruya wayo, eh, eh, eh
Wayaka eh, eh, eh
Karibu kiti eh, eh, eh
Utapewa nini eh, eh, eh (le, le)

Ay
It's an African world
Yemi Alade
Soldier come, soldier go
Your home na your home
Irreplaceable

Anywhere you go
London, USA
Nowhere be like Africa
Nowhere be like home
Anywhere you go (anywhere you go)
New York, Chicago (Chicago)
Nowhere be like Africa
Nowhere be like home
Biko weruya wayo, eh, eh, eh
Wayaka eh, eh, eh
Karibu kiti eh, eh, eh
Utapewa nini eh, eh, eh (ai ya ya ya)

Weruya wayo, eh, eh, eh
Wayaka eh, eh, eh
Karibu kiti eh, eh, eh
Utapewa nini eh, eh, eh (le, le)





Africa, Africa yeah, yeah, yeah (eh, eh, eh)
(Eh, eh, eh) sweet like palm wine ooh (eh, eh, eh) (?) (baby)

Overall Meaning

The song "Africa" by Yemi Alade and Sauti Sol celebrates the beauty and diversity of Africa. The lyrics express the singer's pride in her African heritage, including her hands, hips, and legs. She asserts that there is no place like home, and that no matter where you go, Africa will always be the richest motherland. The song mentions several African countries, including Kenya, and encourages listeners to embrace African culture and dance. Yemi Alade sings in both English and several African languages throughout the song.


The song "Africa" was released in 2016 as part of Yemi Alade's "Mama Africa" album. The song was written by Yemi Alade and Sauti Sol, and produced by Emzo. It features vocals from both Yemi Alade and Sauti Sol. The song became an instant hit and was praised for its positive message and upbeat sound. It has become a popular anthem for pan-Africanism and is played at many African events and festivals.


Line by Line Meaning

This my African hands them gon' love you, yeah
My African hands will embrace you with love


My African lips them gon' kiss you, whoa
My African lips will give you affectionate kisses


My African hips get down to you, whoa
My African hips will dance with you


My African legs them go run to you
My African legs will run towards you


Whether you come here to breakdance
Regardless of whether you come here to breakdance


Abi you come here to shake hands (shake hands)
Or you come here to socialize


You come here to make plans (make plans)
You could come here to create ideas for the future


Ever we'll be richest motherland
We will always be the most prosperous continent


Whether you come here to rock waist oh
No matter if you come here to dance


Abi na to find food oh
Or just to search for food


Everything dey oh
Everything is available here


Ever we'll be richest motherland
Always the wealthiest continent


Anywhere you go London, USA
Everywhere you go, London or the USA


Nowhere be like Africa
Nowhere is similar to Africa


Nowhere be like home
No place feels like home


Biko weruya wayo, eh, eh, eh
Please, don't try to deceive me


Wayaka eh, eh, eh
My desire is genuine


Karibu kiti eh, eh, eh
Please take a seat


Utapewa nini eh, eh, eh (ai ya ya ya)
What will you be given?


This my African heart will dey love you
My African heart will always love you


This my African arms they will squeeze you, yeah
My African arms will hold you tight


My African ears will listen to you
My African ears will always listen to you


My Kenyan legs will run to you yeah
My Kenyan legs will run towards you


Na kama umekuja ku-break dance (breakdance)
If you came here to breakdance


Umekuja ku, get down (get down)
If you came here to dance


Umekuja ku, take chance
Or to take your chances


Hakuna matata eeh
No worries


Kama umekuja kulipala yeah, kupiga densi ooh
If you came here to have fun and dance


Hapo ulipo eeeh kata kiuno ioo ioo ioo
You should move your waist


Soldier come, soldier go
People come and go


Your home na your home
Your home is always home


Irreplaceable
Can't be replaced


Africa, Africa yeah, yeah, yeah
Africa, Africa, yes, yes, yes


(Eh, eh, eh) sweet like palm wine ooh (eh, eh, eh) (?) (baby)
Sweet like palm wine, baby




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Written by: Yemi Alade

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Comments from YouTube:

@veroniquedoutilamboni

Who is listening to this Masterpiece in 2024 and who else is proud african??๐Ÿ˜Šโ˜๏ธ

@traceatroj240

Am here busting my eyes out๐Ÿ˜ญ๐Ÿ˜ญ there is something special about being an African โค๏ธ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ผ

@fidelitemanirarora4163

Here we goโค am from Rwanda

@shilahmutai9979

Me here from ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช

@phy_phy138

Kenyan watching in Italy ๐Ÿ˜Š

@MujuniAmon-gt5jp

Am there ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚ wow Africa to the top

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@MonydeAnada-rl5iz

Who is here in 2024 I'm proud of Africa ๐ŸŒ much appreciated from South Sudan ๐Ÿฅฐ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ธmay God bless Africa ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ™

@yuri_13pp

Yes! I'm glad i'm not the only one

@user-nt3me2be9x

also R,๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ฆ

@Sunnykim34

Also I In

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