In 2011, she started writing songs, first as a hobby, before realizing she could make money from it. Her father died in 2012 and she had to help her mother to cater to her and her two siblings hence concentrating on making money from songwriting.
At a young age, Azawi began writing songs and her songwriting skills got her a meeting with Eddy Kenzo who eventually connected her to other artists. She has written for artists like Nina Rose, Lydia Jazmine, Carol Nantongo, Vinka, and Eddy Kenzo.
Azawi later on joined a band in 2015 while doubling as a waiter at a restaurant her mother had just started.
After she had quit her job as a waiter that she wrote "Quinamino," with an intention of selling it but when she walked into Swangz Avenue for the first time in August 2019, she got an offer to become part of the label instead. Her breakthrough came in January 2020 after releasing it as her first single.
In November the same year, Swangz Avenue management signed and unveiled her and she released her first single under the label in January 2020. She's still under the same record label and has released 4 albums and one live album. Her latest album was released on October 9th 2023 and is called SANKOFA.
Thankful
azawi Lyrics
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Aweeh oh eeeyii
Aweeh oh eeeyii
Aweeh oh eeeyii
Yeaah, shaa
Each of us has a course
No time for giving that bad attitude
Life is a blessing in its magnitude (Oohh yeahh)
I don’t have to have a lot to live a happy life
Only you can give you a happy life
When it’s dark, dare to shine a light yeaahh
So many many many things that am thankful for, oohhh
Grateful for living, grateful for loving
Yes to living, yess to loving
Grateful for living, grateful for loving yeahh
So many many many things that am thankful for, yeaahh
Eh! Eh!
Don’t grow weary of doing good
For in due season, you shall reap fruit
Salute to all my people who stand for the truth
Before you know it, you’ll be a testimony
Testing the money, kulya zi happy, eh! (eeehh eh)
Nga gwe mubbi wano e’ city, eh!
A grateful heart is a magnet for miracles
Don’t take it for granted, take it with gratitude
So many many many things that am thankful for, yeah, aaahh
So many many many things that are am grateful for
Grateful for living, grateful for loving
Yes to living, yess to loving
So many many many things that am thankful for
Grateful for living, grateful for loving, yeah
So many many many things that am thankful for, yeaahh
Ayeeh oh eeeyyii
Aweeh oh eeeyii (Oohh yeah yeah yeeii)
Aweeh oh eeeyii
Aweeh oh eeeyii
All my blessings, daily am counting
When I think of everything you’ve done for me it makes me go oooouuuuu
Obulamu ne nsimbi, ne ebirungi bingi nga ate tosabye na ngasi oooouuuu
Almighty Jah Jah bless my hustle, even in the middle of my struggles
So many many many things that am thankful for, yeaah, aahh
Oohh yeahh yeahh yeeeyii
Grateful for living, grateful for loving
Ooh yeahh yeaah yeeeh
Yes to living, yess to loving
So many many many things that are am thankful for, yeahh
So many many many things that are am thankful for, yeaahh yeahh
These moments right here make feel so grateful and thankful ahh
My girl Azawi, African music to the world
Straight from UG, to the world
Straight from the Avenue to the universe
Hahahaa
Matter of fact we’re out of here
Steve Keys, keep the beat rolling…
In Azawi's song "Thankful," she sings about the importance of having a grateful heart and counting one's blessings. The opening lines "Ayeeh oh eeeyyii, Aweeh oh eeeyii" set the tone for a joyful and celebratory song, accompanied by a catchy beat. Azawi urges listeners to approach life with deep gratitude and to avoid having a bad attitude. She reminds us that life is a blessing in its magnitude, and we should appreciate it to the fullest.
Azawi also emphasizes the importance of humility and hard work. She encourages her audience not to grow weary of doing good as it shall bring fruitful results. She salutes those who stand for the truth and reminds us that a grateful heart is a magnet for miracles. Azawi's lively and positive message is a reminder that the simplest things can bring us joy and happiness. The closing lines are a tribute to her Ugandan heritage and an acknowledgment of the song's mission to spread African music to the world.
Overall, "Thankful" is a reminder to cherish the little things in life, maintain a positive outlook, and remain grateful, no matter the circumstances. The song's upbeat melody and infectious energy make it an excellent choice for anyone looking for a pick-me-up or an inspiring reminder to count their blessings.
Line by Line Meaning
Each of us has a course
We all have a purpose in life
To think with deep gratitude
We should always be grateful for what we have
No time for giving that bad attitude
We shouldn't waste our time on negativity
Life is a blessing in its magnitude (Oohh yeahh)
Life is a great gift that we should appreciate
I don’t have to have a lot to live a happy life
Material possessions aren't necessary for happiness
Only you can give you a happy life
Happiness comes from within ourselves
When it’s dark, dare to shine a light yeaahh
We should be a light in times of darkness
So many many many things that am thankful for, oohhh
There are countless things to be grateful for
Grateful for living, grateful for loving
We should appreciate the gift of life and love
Yes to living, yess to loving
We should embrace life and love
Eh! Eh!
Expression of excitement and affirmation
Don’t grow weary of doing good
We shouldn't give up on doing good things
For in due season, you shall reap fruit
Good deeds will be rewarded in the future
Salute to all my people who stand for the truth
Appreciation for those who stand for what's right
Before you know it, you’ll be a testimony
We will have a story to tell about our experiences
Testing the money, kulya zi happy, eh! (eeehh eh)
Spending money brings temporary happiness
Nga gwe mubbi wano e’ city, eh!
Personal experience of being broke in the city
A grateful heart is a magnet for miracles
Gratitude attracts good things in life
Don’t take it for granted, take it with gratitude
We shouldn't overlook the blessings in life
All my blessings, daily am counting
Being thankful for our daily blessings
When I think of everything you’ve done for me it makes me go oooouuuuu
Gratitude for the good things in life
Obulamu ne nsimbi, ne ebirungi bingi nga ate tosabye na ngasi oooouuuu
Appreciation for the good health and many blessings received
Almighty Jah Jah bless my hustle, even in the middle of my struggles
Asking for divine blessings in the midst of challenges
These moments right here make feel so grateful and thankful ahh
Being grateful for the current moment
My girl Azawi, African music to the world
Introduction of the artist
Straight from UG, to the world
Pride in originating from Uganda
Straight from the Avenue to the universe
Metaphorical expression of sharing music with the world
Steve Keys, keep the beat rolling…
Acknowledging the music producer
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: PRISCILLA ZAWEDDE, BENON MUGUMBYA
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Tony Tibulya
A friend in Barbados has said his DJ friend on a local station has liked this track. I find it amazing too.
PHIONCE VLogs
Dear God i pray for International breakthrough for our dear sister who has proved her hustle worthy it 🙏🙏all the best Azawi ❤️❤️❤️
MARTHA STEPPSS
Uncle azawi all we can say is thank u ❤️❤️❤️❤️Mukyaala this is my second favorite album release after Apass's African yayo album, great music is back 👑
Nankabirwa Grace
U love wat I love babe, I loved apass' album
anyine Tom
African Yayo and this Album are the only melodies that sound so Ugandan and creativity at its best
Mos Marley
Another great one, bringing back benon to our ears. For sure this is a new beginning for Ugandan music.
Kansiime Anne
Wabula am #ProudlyAssociated 👌🏿
SAGAN👑
Ann I love you 😍
Tumusiime Junric
Thanx for supporting ourvartistes
Brandcom Holdings Limited
Azawi God's own masterpiece..well done the entire Swagz Avenue team