We attempt to find lyrics online and translate them line by line with the cultural context, including the slang and proverbs.
Translations are provided in English.
App is best experienced on desktop or tablet.
Featured translation
View full translation →Kinda Life
9ice
English
Yoruba
Nigerian Pidgin
| Original | Translation | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ní tèmí | It's mine / In my own way | Yoruba phrase expressing ownership or personal perspective |
| I like the kinda life wey I dey live now | I like the kind of life that I am living now | Nigerian Pidgin English: 'wey' = that/which; 'dey' = am/is |
| 'Cause, oye mí ní tèmí | Because my joy is mine / Because I have my own joy | Yoruba: 'oye mí' = my joy/understanding; 'ní tèmí' = is mine/in my own way |
| I can remember vividly / When I went to my brother to collect change | I can remember vividly / When I went to my brother to collect change | English - referring to asking for money/help from family |
| All he told me was "9ice, be who you wanna be / Copy nobody / And respect your family" | All he told me was "9ice, be who you wanna be / Copy nobody / And respect your family" | English - advice about authenticity and family values |