Africa
Yemi Alade Lyrics
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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
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)
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
Lyrics ยฉ O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Yemi Alade
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@veroniquedoutilamboni
Who is listening to this Masterpiece in 2024 and who else is proud african??๐โ๏ธ
@traceatroj240
Am here busting my eyes out๐ญ๐ญ there is something special about being an African โค๏ธ๐ฒ๐ผ
@fidelitemanirarora4163
Here we goโค am from Rwanda
@shilahmutai9979
Me here from ๐ฐ๐ช
@phy_phy138
Kenyan watching in Italy ๐
@MujuniAmon-gt5jp
Am there ๐๐ wow Africa to the top
@MonydeAnada-rl5iz
Who is here in 2024 I'm proud of Africa ๐ much appreciated from South Sudan ๐ฅฐ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธ๐ธmay God bless Africa ๐๐๐
@yuri_13pp
Yes! I'm glad i'm not the only one
@user-nt3me2be9x
also R,๐ฌ๐ฆ
@Sunnykim34
Also I In