Aguero Banks drops ‘Congratulation’ from the album The Hero (Ọnyịkọ), a gritty anthem penned and composed by Chukwu Francis, with additional production by Spykida. The song stars Banks as the voice of resilience, turning struggle into triumph.
Released: November 8, 2024
Congratulation
Aguero Banks • From “The Hero (Ọnyịkọ)”
Congratulation Lyrics Translation (from “The Hero (Ọnyịkọ)”)
Chukwu Francis writes raw lines like ‘I’ve been fighting for my life’ and ‘Congratulations ka anyị n’achọ’, blending English and Igbo to show the grind and the glory. Banks sings of refusing to return to hardship, pushing forward with pride.
CongratulationsCongratulations.
Bu The Only Thing I Want To HearIt’s the only thing I want to hear.
Ibute Ike Di Na My NatureBeing strong is in my nature.
Nleka Bu Wetin I Dey FearDisrespect is the one thing I’m afraid of.
Brother Make E Be For My FavorBrother, I hope it’s in my favor.
Any Business Wey You Bring For HereAny business that you bring to me,
Make You No Dey Form TerminatorDon’t you come here acting like a ‘terminator’,
Maka Ntinye Call You Go Fear‘Cause if I make one call, you’ll get scared.
’cause I’ve Been Fighting For My Life‘Cause I’ve been fighting for my life.
Aga Akoro Gi Na Ariaria Di Na-abaI’ll tell you, the struggle is deep.
You Know I Made My People ProudYou know I’ve made my people proud.
For The City Na Me Dem Dey Talk AboutIn the city, I’m the one they’re all talking about.
’cause I’ve Been Fighting For My Life‘Cause I’ve been fighting for my life.
Aga Akoro Gi Na Ariaria Di Na-abaI’ll tell you, the struggle is deep.
You Know I Made My People ProudYou know I’ve made my people proud.
For The City Na Me Dem Dey Talk AboutIn the city, I’m the one they’re all talking about.
Congratulations Ka Anyi N’achoCongratulations is what we’re looking for,
Ka’m Bido Mebe CelebrationSo I can finally start the celebration.
Mgbe Oga AfioWhen it’s my time,
Tinye Aru Piacha The TreasureI’ll put my body to work and claim the treasure.
Ma Noro N’usoAnd I won’t stay on the sidelines,
’cause My Men N’enye Pressure‘Cause my guys are always applying pressure.
Mgbe Ona AkoWhen the story is told,
I Don’t Wanna Go Back ThereI don’t wanna go back there.
Ife Jelu Down ThereThe things that happened down there.
Never Go Back ThereI’ll never go back there.
I Down Wanna Stay Down ThereI don’t wanna stay down there.
Ife Melum Down ThereThe things that happened to me down there,
Never Stay Down ThereI’ll never stay down there.
’cause I’ve Been Fighting For My Life‘Cause I’ve been fighting for my life.
Aga Akoro Gi Na Ariaria Di Na-abaI’ll tell you, the struggle is deep.
You Know I Made My People ProudYou know I’ve made my people proud.
For The City Na Me Dem Dey Talk AboutIn the city, I’m the one they’re all talking about.
Cause I’ve Been Fighting For My Life‘Cause I’ve been fighting for my life.
Aga Akoro Gi Na Ariaria Di Na-abaI’ll tell you, the struggle is deep.
You Know I Made My People ProudYou know I’ve made my people proud.
For The City Na Me Dem Dey Talk AboutIn the city, I’m the one they’re all talking about.
Congratulations Ka Anyi N’achoCongratulations is what we’re looking for,
Ka’m Bido Mebe CelebrationSo I can finally start the celebration.
Mgbe Oga AfioWhen it’s my time,
Tinye Aru Piacha The TreasureI’ll put my body to work and claim the treasure.
Ma Noro N’usoAnd I won’t stay on the sidelines,
’cause My Men N’enye Pressure‘Cause my guys are always applying pressure.
Mgbe Ona AkoWhen the story is told.
Congratulation Music Video
This piece is a hustler’s anthem, mixing defiance with celebration. The lyrics meaning shines through Banks’ delivery, making it a standout for anyone climbing from the bottom.