Awuke Lyrics by Davido ft. YG Marley

"Awuke" is by Davido featuring YG Marley, from the album "5ive" as track number 9. The release date and label details aren’t available right now, but it’s a fresh Afrobeat vibe blending Davido’s signature style with YG Marley’s smooth reggae...Read More »

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Awuke Lyrics

[Intro: YG Marley]
Don't worry
Mavi Again (It's Mav)

[Verse 1: Davido]
I must tell my mummy for you
For all the likkle likkle things you dey do
Wey dey make me kolo, aw (Kolo, oh-oh)
Shey you lock me for your konlo?
'Cause the way e dey go
E no clear you don do me bobo

[Chorus: Davido]
Ah-ah-ay
Awuke, ay-ah-ay
Ah-ah-ay, ah-ha
I go run away from love
Ah-ah-ay
Awuke, ay-ah-ay
Ah-ah-ay, ah-ha
You don finish me with love

[Post-Chorus: Davido]
Okay, your body fire gan
Oh, bebe, whine am jor
Ehn? I dey your matter jor
Your body na chairman, I loyal gan
Say whine you fire gan
Orente, whine am jor
Do body like poco jor
Girl, you burst my head and I loco jor

[Verse 2: YG Marley]
Now, it's not what you're used to
I'mma show you love from the new school
And it's not what you thinking about
And i'mma show you how that we movе around
Always been turning, get to me
Freedom is my remеdy
Oh, they been tryna get to me
But they never get far

[Refrain: YG Marley]
Said she want to be my baby
Said she want to be my lady, oh
Said she want to be my baby
Said she want to be my lady, oh-oh
Be my baby
Said she want to be my lady, oh
(Oh-oh-oh-oh)

[Bridge: Davido]
This kind love na sweet Jollof
And I dey knock e for your door
Oh baby make you pour some more

[Chorus: Davido]
Ah-ah-ay
Awuke, ay-ah-ay
Ah-ah-ay, ah-ha
I go run away from love
Ahh-ahh-ay
Awuke, ay-ah-ay
Ah-ah-ay, ah-ha
You don finish me with love

[Post-Chorus: Davido]
Okay, your body firegan
Oh, bebe, whine am jor
Ehn? I dey your matter jor
Your body na chairman, I loyal gan
Say whine you fire gan!
Orente whine am jor
Do body like poco jor
Girl you burst my head and i loco jor

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Awuke Song Meaning

"Awuke" is by Davido featuring YG Marley, from the album "5ive" as track number 9. The release date and label details aren’t available right now, but it’s a fresh Afrobeat vibe blending Davido’s signature style with YG Marley’s smooth reggae touch. The track’s got that catchy rhythm perfect for dancing or just chilling.

The lyrics talk about love driving someone crazy. Davido starts by saying he’ll tell his mom about how this girl’s little actions mess with his head. The chorus repeats how love’s got him wanting to run away but also hooked. YG Marley’s verse adds a laid-back vibe, talking about showing love in a new way. The post-chorus is all about praising the girl’s body and how she’s got him feeling wild. The bridge compares love to sweet Jollof rice—something you can’t resist.

Davido and YG Marley haven’t shared much about this collab yet, but fans are loving the mix of Afrobeat and reggae. Social media’s buzzing with clips of people dancing to the track. Critics say it’s another hit showing Davido’s versatility, and YG Marley’s feature adds a cool contrast.

Awuke Song FAQs

What is the main theme of 'Awuke' by Davido?

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'Awuke' is a playful yet passionate love song blending Afrobeats with reggae vibes. Davido sings about being completely captivated by a woman’s beauty, charm, and energy, using playful Nigerian slang and vibrant imagery.

What does 'Awuke' mean in the song context?

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In the song, 'Awuke' is used as a catchy, rhythmic phrase to express emotional excitement and being overwhelmed by love, almost like a chant that captures the mood of the track.

Why does Davido compare love to 'sweet Jollof'?

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Davido uses 'sweet Jollof' as a cultural metaphor to describe how rich, satisfying, and addictive the relationship feels. Just like Jollof rice is cherished in African culture, he treasures this love deeply.

Which album does the song "Awuke" by Davido belong to?

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It is part of Davido's album '5ive'.

Who is featured on 'Awuke' with Davido?

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YG Marley is the featured artist on 'Awuke' with Davido.

Who produced 'Awuke' by Davido?

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It was produced by Mikaba_Beatz and Marvey Muzique.

Who wrote 'Awuke' by Davido?

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It was written by Davido and Moonlight Afriqa.

When did Davido release 'Awuke'?

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It was released on October 31, 2024.

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Released on April 18, 2025

Song Credits

  • Writer

    Davido & Moonlight Afriqa
  • Producer

    Marvey Muzique & Mikaba_Beatz
  • Artist

  • Featured Artist

    YG Marley
  • Released on

    October 31, 2024

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