Obiba Saucer tells a raw story of survival in ‘Shege,’ a song featuring Wondezz and Sweetstar. The lyrics writer pens a personal account of life’s hardships, while Obiba Saucer and Phrymx Beatz create a beat that mirrors the struggle. The track pulls no punches, offering a frank look at resilience.
Released: February 28, 2025
Shege (feat. Wondezz & Sweetstar)
Obiba Saucer
Shege (feat. Wondezz & Sweetstar) Meaning & Lyrics (Obiba Saucer)
Obiba Saucer describes life’s relentless challenges, saying, ‘Life has shown me shege.’ The musician uses vivid metaphors, comparing hardship to being beaten down like a Reggae song. The lyrics mention money troubles, grief, and the temptation to give up, but also a determination to keep going.
Again Again AgainAgain, again, again.
Yeeeee Obiba SaucerYeeeee, Obiba Saucer.
Obiba SaucerObiba Saucer.
AaiiiyaAaiiiya.
One Day Wote Sɛ Mawu A MensuOne day, if you hear I’ve died, don’t cry.
Ɔbra Akwantuo A Me TuThis journey of life that I’ve embarked on.
Ɔkwanso Ayɛ HuhuuhuThe road has become terrifying.
Makɔ Akɔ Akɔ A Me NduruI’ve walked and walked, but I haven’t arrived.
Life Akyerɛ Me ShegeLife has shown me ‘shege’ (extreme hardship).
Ɔbobɔ Me Sɛ Nwom RaggaeIt beats me down like a Reggae song.
My Way My WayMy way, my way.
Me Nkoaa Na Menam Ɔkwan So OI’m the only one walking this path, oh.
Boafoɔ Ne HwanWho is my helper?
Biibi Hunti Me Sɛ SumanSomething trips me like a ‘juju’ charm.
Me Nso A Me Nni Bibiaa Bɔ Meho BanAnd I have nothing to protect myself with.
Pɛ Ani Bɛhwɛ Wo Ba Agya Saman YeTry to watch over your child, Father’s ghost.
Asukɔnoma‘Asukɔnoma’ (lonely wanderer).
Eno Me Twetwe Bi A Ɛnnyɛ Mania YeeeMother, if I puff a little, it’s not madness, yeee.
Aboa Sika A Me Nni Bi Nti Metwe Kakra Free MakomaSince I lack this beast called money, I puff a bit to free my mind.
Life Akyerɛ Yɛn ShegeLife has shown us ‘shege’.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Hyehye OWe are burning it, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Trap OWe are trapping, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Twetwe OWe are puffing, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Life Akyerɛ Yɛn ShegeLife has shown us ‘shege’.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Hyehye OWe are burning it, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Trap OWe are trapping, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Twetwe OWe are puffing, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Boa Me Boa Me Ɛmerɛ A Mete AseHelp me, help me while I’m alive.
Ɔnma Me Nwu Ansa Wabɛ Miamia Waniase Mayie AseDon’t wait for me to die before you come faking tears at my funeral.
Me Wu A Wobɛ Fe Me AaahaWhen I die, you’ll really miss me here.
Mm Mmm MmmmMm, mmm, mmmm.
Biibi Nenam Madwen MuSomething is roaming in my mind.
Ɔhyɛ Me Sɛ Me Nku MehoIt tempts me to end it all.
Me Nku Meho OTo end it all, oh.
Madanfo ZigibuteMy friend Zigibute.
Ahafo Kukuom Na Ɔte Menua Pepa Wanim NisuoHe lives at Ahafo Kukuom, my brother, wipe the tears from your face.
Mete Wo Haw No Ase Bɛɛma NsuI understand your trouble, man, don’t cry.
Rip Maako ORIP Maako, oh.
Waha Yɛn Area MamaYou have worried the mothers in our area.
Peace Be Unto You All Gone SoulsPeace be unto you, all gone souls.
Obiba Saucer Mayɛ BasaaObiba Saucer, I’ve become wretched.
Life Akyerɛ Yɛn ShegeLife has shown us ‘shege’.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Hyehye OWe are burning it, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Trap OWe are trapping, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Twetwe OWe are puffing, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Life Akyerɛ Yɛn ShegeLife has shown us ‘shege’.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Hyehye OWe are burning it, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Trap OWe are trapping, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Twetwe OWe are puffing, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
No Body Knows How I Try My BestNobody knows how I try my best.
Sometimes Too I Am Feeling CursedSometimes too, I feel cursed.
What I Do When I Wake Up FirstWhat I do when I wake up first.
Mabrɛ Paa The Feel Is IntenseI’m really tired, the feeling is intense.
Why O Why OWhy oh, why oh.
Mebrɛ O Hwɛ Mebrɛ OI’m tired, oh, look, I’m tired, oh.
Nso Mensu O Mensu OBut I won’t cry, oh, I won’t cry, oh.
Because Bibiaa Bɛyɛ Yie OBecause everything will be alright, oh.
Mama Pray For MeMama, pray for me.
Ɛnoɔma Nyɛ EasyThings aren’t easy.
Yɛna Ɛfa MetrimSuffering consumes my mind.
Nso Meefa HeBut which way am I going?
I Just Have To Stay Focus And Live My LifeI just have to stay focused and live my life.
Ɔnsɔhwɛ No Dɔɔso But We Still SurviveThe trials are many, but we still survive.
Is All About My Life My Life My LifeIt’s all about my life, my life, my life.
Babia Yɛfri No Yɛka Nipa A Yɛnkan Yɛn Nkaho OWhere we come from, when they count people, they don’t count us.
Yeeyeeyeye Maame Ɛnyɛ Me Pɛ OYeeyeeyeye, Mother, it’s not my wish, oh.
Ɔbra No Na Ɛbɔ Me Na Mebɔ No Bi O My GuyIt’s life that beats me, so I beat it back, my guy.
Life Akyerɛ Yɛn ShegeLife has shown us ‘shege’.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Hyehye OWe are burning it, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Trap OWe are trapping, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Twetwe OWe are puffing, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Life Akyerɛ Yɛn ShegeLife has shown us ‘shege’.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Hyehye OWe are burning it, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Trap OWe are trapping, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
Yɛ Twetwe OWe are puffing, oh.
Ayeee Ayeee AyeeeAyeee, ayeee, ayeee.
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Shege (feat. Wondezz & Sweetstar) Music Video
The lyrics of ‘Shege’ reflect the weight of life’s trials, and Obiba Saucer’s delivery is a mix of pain and defiance. The song is a bold statement about pushing through adversity, making it a standout in his discography.