Barnaba teams up with Diamond Platnumz in Salama, a vibrant anthem about leaving behind a toxic past. Elias Barnabas Inyasi and Naseeb Abdul Juma Isaack write the lyrics, celebrating newfound peace and success. The song stars Barnaba, who sings about his journey from chaos to tranquility.
Released: May 16, 2025
Salama (feat. Diamond Platnumz)
Barnaba
Lyricist
Elias Barnabas Inyasi, Naseeb Abdul Juma Isaack
Composer
Elias Barnabas Inyasi, Naseeb Abdul Juma Isaack, S2Kizzy
Salama (feat. Diamond Platnumz) Lyrics English Translation by Barnaba
Barnaba tells his ex to stop provoking him, saying their constant fights and betrayals are now in the past. He mentions his new love, describing how this person brings true happiness. The lyrics highlight his glow-up, both emotionally and financially, making it clear he has moved on.
Koma KunichokonoaStop provoking me.
Kunifatafata Kuna Muda VinaboaFollowing me around sometimes just gets annoying.
Aku Utanitia DoaOh, you’ll just stain my reputation.
Niliyenae Moyo Wake Tishi UtaloaThe one I’m with, their heart’s strong, you’ll just drown.
Najua NakuudhiI know I’m bothering you.
Huyu Wa Sasa Amekuzidi MaujuziThis current one’s surpassed your skills.
So Usilete AttitudeSo don’t bring that attitude.
Kubishana Bishana I Am Not In The MoodI’m not in the mood for arguing.
Niko SalamaI’m safe.
Salama Sijui Wewe UkoSafe, I don’t know where you are.
Uku Napenwa NyamaHere, I’m loved truly.
Nyama Kwa NyamaCompletely.
Sijui Wewe Uko WeeeI don’t know where you are, oh.
Niko SalamaI’m safe.
Salama Sijui Wewe UkoSafe, I don’t know where you are.
Uku InabanaIt’s snug here.
Bana Banana Sijui Wewe UkoSnug and secure, I don’t know where you are.
Ona Usiniulize Hali Niko Very Good MhhLook, don’t ask me how I’m doing, I’m very good, mmh.
Nimeglow Sana Eeh Pochi LimenonaI’ve glowed up so much, yeah, my wallet’s fat.
Ahh Ehh Mwenzako Mimi Niko Very Good MhhAhh, ehh, your friend, I’m very good, mmh.
Nimeglow Sana Eeh Pochi LimenonaI’ve glowed up so much, yeah, my wallet’s fat.
Eehh Alhamdulillah Angeniuwa YuleEehh, ‘thank God’, that one would’ve killed me.
Maana Mtu Si Mtu Jini Si MsukuleBecause they weren’t even a person, not a ‘jinn’ or a zombie.
Hivi Mapenzi Gani Kupigana Kama ShuleWhat kind of love is this, fighting like school kids?
Mie Nampa Huku Ye Anayotoa KuleI’d give so much, but they’d just take somewhere else.
Ohh Nuru Hii Ningeitoa WapiOh, where would I get this light?
Kufumania Kila Siku Kushikana MashatiCatching you cheating every day, grabbing each other by the shirts.
Ohh Nuru Hii Ningeitoa WapiOh, where would I get this light?
Kutukaniwa Mpaka Ndugu Ndo Mapenzi Ya WapiBeing cursed at, even my relatives, what kind of love is that?
Na Simu Zako Usiku Wa Manane Unikome EhhAnd your calls in the middle of the night, stop it, ehh.
Kunitumia Message Please Naomba NikuoneSending me messages saying, ‘Please, I’ve got to see you.’
Wewe Si Jeuri Haya Move On TukuoneYou’re not so tough; come on, move on, let’s see you.
Na Mbichwa Wako Usiofadhira Heshima Hata ToneAnd your stubborn head that doesn’t show an ounce of respect.
Najua NakuudhiI know I’m bothering you.
Huyu Wa Sasa Amekuzidi MaujuziThis current one’s surpassed your skills.
Ninajua So Usilete AttitudeI know, so don’t bring that attitude.
Kubishana Bishana I Am Not In The MoodI’m not in the mood for arguing.
Niko SalamaI’m safe.
Salama Sijui Wewe UkoSafe, I don’t know where you are.
Uku Napenwa NyamaHere, I’m loved truly.
Nyama Kwa NyamaCompletely.
Sijui Wewe Uko WeeeI don’t know where you are, oh.
Niko SalamaI’m safe.
Salama Sijui Wewe UkoSafe, I don’t know where you are.
Uku InabanaIt’s snug here.
Bana Banana Sijui Wewe UkoSnug and secure, I don’t know where you are.
Ex Usiniulize Swali Niko Very Good MhhEx, don’t ask me any questions, I’m very good, mmh.
Nimeglow Sana Eeh Pochi LimenonaI’ve glowed up so much, yeah, my wallet’s fat.
Mmhh Mwenzako Mimi Niko Very Good AhhMmhh, your friend, I’m very good, ahh.
Nimeglow Sana Eeh Pochi LimenonaI’ve glowed up so much, yeah, my wallet’s fat.
The Salama lyrics meaning shows a powerful message of liberation and personal growth. Barnaba contrasts his past struggles with his current joy, making it a triumphant declaration of freedom. The song’s energy and directness make it a standout piece.
