The Next Chapter
Empowering Journey: Eno Barony's Rise from Silence to Success
Lyrics
They say heavy is the head that wears the crown
Expresses the burden and responsibility that comes with leadership or success.
I be now I dey understand why kings always dey frown
Reflects on the challenges faced by leaders, understanding why they may appear unhappy.
But I really feel proud
Expresses pride in focusing on personal goals rather than following the crowd.
That I focus on myself wey I no follow the crowd
Highlights the speaker's independence and refusal to conform to societal expectations.
So many times they push me aside and try to discourage me
Describes instances of being ignored and discouraged, but the speaker remains resilient.
But I was quiet while they act crazy
Despite facing negativity, the speaker remains calm and composed.
But the silent moment of a lion is not foolishness by calculation of accuracy
Suggests that the speaker's silence doesn't indicate weakness but is a strategic choice.
Let those who never believed bare witness
Invites those who doubted the speaker's abilities to witness her success.
That being a female is not a weakness
Asserts that being female doesn't imply weakness; challenges gender stereotypes.
Check your fitness and occupy your space with thickness
Encourages self-assessment and confidently occupying one's space.
And be the boss where ever you are like I did it
Encourages taking charge and being a leader, as the speaker has done.
They said you need to have balls to be the best
Rejects the notion that one needs traditional qualities (balls) to succeed.
Is a lie I am the first on with a pussy
Challenges gender norms by stating the speaker's success despite being a woman.
You need to be a bro to be a king
Discredits the idea that one must be masculine to be a leader.
Another lie as you can see I am a sisi
Contrasts traditional beliefs by asserting that the speaker, a woman, is a leader.
Benefit of hard work is where I am now
Attributes current success to hard work and dedication.
King of the game in the country right now
Declares the speaker as the current leader in the field or industry.
Nti mema obiaa bu wabem (Don't let no one discourage you)
Encourages resilience and not letting others discourage one's aspirations.
If you really wanna do it then you got to it right now
Urges immediate action for those who genuinely want to succeed.
This is what I do for a living
States the speaker's profession and passion.
Fuck you if you don't understand why I am winning
Expresses indifference towards those who don't understand the speaker's success.
I taste good cos I took time to season
Highlights the speaker's quality achieved through patience and experience.
3sh3 wo minim (e chock you) this is Barony Season
Introduces the concept of "Barony Season" as a time of the speaker's success.
Guess what life took a turn on me
Acknowledges a turning point in life.
And like abedi pele put the number 10 on me.
Compares the speaker's situation to Abedi Pele, a famous footballer with the number 10.
Yeah, mua na mu gyemi di no end3 mu b3gye mia num ama na shi mua kuma s3 apeteshi tot I bi your God
Expresses confidence and asserts the speaker's god-like status.
Na y3 bo me din a musi never
States that the speaker's name will never be erased from memory.
But I change that thought
Describes a change in mindset for the better.
Now the food taste better
Relates improved personal circumstances to a positive change in attitude.
I'm still the same black pot
Asserts consistency in identity despite external changes.
Still naa mey3 raw still naa ma no y3 yaw
Emphasizes authenticity and being true to oneself.
As3 nia wato wakye 10 cedis na wagye shitto nkwaa
Compares the speaker's value to local dishes, highlighting uniqueness.
Branding no na ay3 more cuz we no longer poor
Attributes improved branding to overcoming poverty.
If you see me on you screens yaa checki wig buo
References visibility on screens and challenges critics to check the quality.
If you wondering how a lady became first
Poses a rhetorical question about the speaker's achievement as the first lady.
How I manifest and reach the highest point
Describes the process of manifestation and reaching the pinnacle of success.
I push and pushed until something happened
Underlines the persistence and effort invested in achieving success.
Nti wai ny3 obidi mala me success
Acknowledges personal success despite doubters.
It's still my beginning me gusu y3 adisua
Affirms that the current success is just the beginning.
Niaka manim nu doosu paa eny3 kwai kitowa
Challenges critics and asserts the speaker's resilience and strength.
Ma prepare mehu dada ma ajuma yi ne hu aka tua
Emphasizes preparation and determination to face challenges head-on.
Fis3 wontumi ny3 gay sansu sro bentua dead
Expresses the speaker's ability to overcome obstacles and continue progressing.
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