23 Lyrics – Burna Boy

English 718 August 13, 2020
The lyrics of "23" by Burna Boy explores themes of self-confidence, resilience, and the pursuit of success despite facing doubts and challenges. Burna Boy compares himself to basketball legend Michael Jordan, expressing how music empowers him and helps him understand life's complexities. Throughout the song, he addresses hypocrites, reflects on his journey, and asserts his determination to succeed. ...Read More

23 Lyrics

[Intro: Burna Boy]
The music make me feel I be Jordan
Now I understand why them say aiye po gan
N’kan ti mo ri
Olorun mi o so tan
(Woro si woro)

[Chorus: Burna Boy]
The music make me feel I be Jordan
(Woro si woro, Koro ki koro)
Now I understand why them say aiye po gan
(O boy e plenty for my mind you go jisoro)
N’kan ti mo ri
Olorun mi o so tan

[Bridge: Burna Boy]
Anybody listening
Holy water pon my head and my feet
(Jen ri owo loke)

[Verse 1: Burna Boy]
Gongo aso
Aye a gbo
Don Gorgon
Then come dey doubt am
So what's the outcome
It's a mad one
Roll a loud one
Record my album
Me no trust anyone
But rather I have
And I've been working
No go do like say I don't deserve am
Defend me self
Me no fear no one

[Pre-Chorus: Burna Boy]
Because the rhythm e plenty gani
Wey give me plenty money
Hypocrite plenty gan
Wey dey pretendi gan ni
Nah take me friends them from me
Them ah identical to the devil gan ni
I dey see them
Won po bi
But emi kilokanmi
I go be all I can be
Oluwaburna ma pami

[Chorus: Burna Boy]
The music make me feel I be Jordan
(Woro si woro, Koro ki koro)
Now I understand why them say aiye po gan
(O boy e plenty for my mind you go jisoro)
N’kan ti mo ri
Olorun mi o so tan

[Bridge: Burna Boy]
Anybody listening
Holy water pon my head and my feet
Any boy try me
Them go Gboro si gboro

[Chorus: Burna Boy]
The music make me feel I be Jordan
(Woro si woro, Koro ki koro)
Now I understand why them say aiye po gan
(O boy e plenty for my mind you go jisoro)
N’kan ti mo ri
Olorun mi o so tan

[Bridge: Burna Boy]
Many, many listening
Holy water pon my head and my feet

[Verse 2: Burna Boy]
Woihh
Them ah talk what they can't prove
What them can't prove
Cos them want a taste of my food
Gave you my food
Then you talk say I jazz you
Try to be the bigger man cos
God pass you
Feels like I'm coming from my angle
My arrival come f**k up the cycle
Call me psycho
Ain't no telling what I might do
Why you make me
Violate me
Make me bredda pepper man slide through

[Pre-Chorus: Burna Boy]
Because the rhythm e plenty gani
Wey give me plenty money
Hypocrite plenty gan
Wey dey pretend gan ni
Nah take me friends them from me
Them ah identical to the devil gan ni
I dey see them
Won po bi
But emi kilokanmi
I go be all I can be
Oluwaburna ma pami

[Chorus: Burna Boy]
(Woro, woro)
The music make me feel I be Jordan
(Woro si woro, Koro ki koro)
Now I understand why them say aiye po gan
(O boy e plenty for my mind you go jisoro)
N’kan ti mo ri
Olorun mi o so tan

[Bridge: Burna Boy]
Many, many listening
Holy water pon my head and my feet
Anyone try me
Them go Gboro si gboro

[Chorus: Burna Boy]
The music make me feel I be Jordan
(Woro si woro, Koro ki koro)
Now I understand why them say aiye po gan
(O boy e plenty for my mind you go jisoro)
N’kan ti mo ri
Olorun mi o so tan

[Bridge: Burna Boy]
Many, many listening
Holy water pon my head and my feet
(Jen ri owo loke)

[Outro: Burna Boy]
Gongo aso
Aye a gbo
Don Gorgon
Them come dey doubt am
So what's the outcome
It's a mad one
Roll a loud one
Record my album
Me no trust anyone
But rather I have
And I've been working
No go do like say I don't deserve am
Defend me sef
Me no fear no one

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Last Update: January 31, 2024

23 Lyrics Meaning

The lyrics of "23" by Burna Boy explores themes of self-confidence, resilience, and the pursuit of success despite facing doubts and challenges. Burna Boy compares himself to basketball legend Michael Jordan, expressing how music empowers him and helps him understand life's complexities. Throughout the song, he addresses hypocrites, reflects on his journey, and asserts his determination to succeed.

[Intro]
Burna Boy starts by expressing how music empowers him, likening himself to Michael Jordan, a symbol of greatness in basketball. He acknowledges the challenges of life ("aiye po gan") and how he's starting to understand its complexities ("N'kan ti mo ri"). The phrase "Woro si woro" signifies understanding or realization.

[Chorus]
The chorus reinforces the feeling of empowerment Burna Boy gets from music, again referencing Michael Jordan. He reflects on life's challenges ("aiye po gan") and acknowledges the abundance of thoughts in his mind ("O boy e plenty for my mind you go jisoro"). The phrase "N'kan ti mo ri" means "what I have seen," while "Olorun mi o so tan" translates to "my God has done it."

[Bridge]
Burna Boy emphasizes the significance of his message, stating that anyone listening will be impacted positively. He invokes spiritual imagery of cleansing with holy water on his head and feet, symbolizing purification and protection from negativity.

[Verse 1]
In this verse, Burna Boy asserts his identity ("Gongo aso"), referencing traditional Yoruba attire. He mentions doubters ("Then come dey doubt am") but remains undeterred, emphasizing his determination to succeed ("It's a mad one"). Burna Boy talks about the process of creating music ("Record my album") and his cautious approach to trust ("Me no trust anyone").

[Pre-Chorus]
Burna Boy reflects on the rewards of his hard work ("the rhythm e plenty gani") and criticizes hypocrites who pretend to be supportive. He highlights the importance of genuine friendship ("Nah take me friends them from me") and acknowledges the challenges he faces ("I dey see them"). The phrase "Oluwaburna ma pami" means "God bless Burna Boy."

[Chorus]
The chorus repeats, emphasizing Burna Boy's connection to music, his understanding of life's challenges, and his trust in divine intervention.

[Bridge]
This bridge reinforces the impact of Burna Boy's message and his spiritual protection. He warns against anyone trying to harm him ("Any boy try me") and asserts his resilience ("Them go Gboro si gboro").

[Verse 2]
Burna Boy addresses critics who speak without evidence ("Them ah talk what they can't prove") and those who envy his success ("Cos them want a taste of my food"). He reflects on his maturity and refusal to engage in petty conflicts ("Try to be the bigger man"). Burna Boy expresses frustration with those who provoke him ("Violate me") and acknowledges his unpredictable nature ("Ain't no telling what I might do").

[Outro]
The outro revisits themes of resilience and self-reliance. Burna Boy reflects on his journey ("Record my album") and reiterates his trust issues ("Me no trust anyone"). He emphasizes his determination to succeed ("I go be all I can be") and asserts his fearlessness ("Me no fear no one").

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Who is the singer of "23" song?

"23" song is sung by Burna Boy.

Who is the lyrics writer of "23" song?

"23" song lyrics written by Skread & Burna Boy.

Who is the music producer of "23" song?

"23" song music composed & produced by Skread.

When was "23" song released?

"23" song was released on August 13, 2020.