Nigerian Brit musician Naira Marley's new tune titled "Montego Bay," has been receiving a lot of attention in the music industry. The lyrics of the song discuss the desire to flee from life's hardships and escape to a faraway destination like Montego Bay, Jamaica.
The song's chorus highlights the artist's intention to flee, saying,
When I decide to run
I'll run away somewhere far away
go Montego Bay
The artist's desire to escape his worries and establish a quiet haven is emphasized by the phrase's repetition.
The song's lyrics also address drug misuse, with Naira Marley claiming, "I don't do drugs, Mo ma n fa igbo" (I don't smoke marijuana). This collection reflects the artist's anti-drug attitude and advocates healthy living.
Naira Marley says in the song, "Always by myself, they don't understand me." The song's lyrics reflect the artist's longing for independence and self-reliance. He rejects evil but will resort to violence to rid the world of it.
Dem devilish dem satanic
Rise the AK watch dem run like Sonic
The chorus's usage of the phrase "Mo japa" (run away) contributes to the song's relatability to Nigerian youth who are familiar with the slang term. He also resorts to Jamaican vernacular with the lyrics
Mi nuh want no friend from dem
Mi nuh want no help from dem
"Montego Bay" explores themes of escape, independence, and healthy living. It is popular among Marlians due to its catchy chorus as well as relatable lyrics. See the video below.
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