Nigerian singer Ayra Starr’s hit song “Rush” captures the essence of determination, success, and the unstoppable hustle. With its infectious beat and catchy lyrics, the song has taken the music scene by storm. Here’s a breakdown of the lyrics to understand the deeper meaning behind Ayra Starr’s powerful message.
[Intro] Oh (Vibez)
Ta-ta-ri
Ta-ta-ri-pa, ta-ta-ri
Ta-ta-ri-pa, ta-ta-ri, pa
[Verse 1]
Sabi girl no dey too like talk
Animals dey in human form
Padi man, nobody like work
But you must hustle if you wan chop
E no finish, dem wan fight us
If dem dey run, dem no fit catch up
I no dey form say I too righteous
No come dey form say you too like us
In this verse, Ayra Starr touches on the hustle mentality that everyone must embrace to succeed. The line “Animals dey in human form” speaks to the predatory nature of competition. She also emphasizes that there’s no time for unnecessary fights or pretending to be something you’re not. Success demands hard work and perseverance, even when others try to undermine you.
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[Pre-Chorus]
Me no get the time for the hate and the bad energy
Got my mind on my money
Make you dance like Poco Lee
Steady green like broccoli
Steady on my grind, no wan hear what they wan telly me
Kudi na my fantasy
Dem wan dey check if my tap e no rush
Ayra Starr makes it clear that she doesn’t have time for negativity. Her focus is on her hustle, with her “mind on my money” and a desire to “dance like Poco Lee.” The imagery of “steady green like broccoli” represents growth, and her persistence in staying on the grind is unshakable. Despite the haters, Ayra is unapologetically chasing her dreams.
[Chorus]
But e dey rush
E dey rush well well, e be much
Na God dey make my tap, e dey rush (Mm)
The kind money we touch, yeah
E dey rush
E dey rush well well, e be much
No be hype, everybody dey crush
There’s no dulling with us (There’s no dulling with us)
The chorus repeats the phrase “e dey rush,” signifying the rapid rise to success and the overflow of blessings. It’s not just about the hype; Ayra highlights that the money she’s making and the attention she’s receiving are real and deserved. The “rush” represents how quickly her success is coming, thanks to divine favor.
[Post-Chorus]
Pa-pa-ri
Ta-ta-ri-pa, pa-pa-ri (Yeah)
Ta-ta-ri-pa, pa-pa-ri-pa
Ta-ra-pa-pa-ri-pa
[Verse 2]
Jọ́ fun mi japata I dey go Ghana (Yeah)
You never touch, you dey form papas (Yeah)
Which kind money we never see before?
Kosi elomi, gat me feeling I’m the one
Aje, aje, aje, can never take my cake away, aje
You can’t count my grace
I just dey my lane, my lane
In the second verse, Ayra Starr celebrates her success and the lifestyle that comes with it. She talks about traveling to Ghana and leaving behind those who pretend to have made it but haven’t. She affirms that the blessings in her life are unmeasurable (“You can’t count my grace”) and confidently declares that she will stay true to herself and her path.
[Pre-Chorus]
Me no get the time for the hate and the bad energy
Got my mind on my money
Make you dance like Poco Lee
Steady green like broccoli
Steady on my grind, no wan hear what they wan telly me
Kudi na my fantasy
Dem wan dey check if my tap e no rush
Repeats previous pre-chorus, reinforcing Ayra’s commitment to success and staying focused.
[Chorus]
But e dey rush
E dey rush well well, e be much
Na God dey make my tap, e dey rush
The kind money we touch, yeah
E dey rush
E dey rush well well, e be much
No be hype, everybody dey crush
There’s no dulling with us (There’s no dulling)
The chorus repeats again, reaffirming the speed at which Ayra’s success is coming and the blessings she is receiving.
[Outro]
Yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah
Mm, ahh
Ayra Starr’s “Rush” is an anthem of resilience, self-belief, and unstoppable hustle. The song celebrates the rapid rise to success that comes from hard work, divine favor, and a focus on one’s own path, no matter the distractions or negative energy from others. The infectious beat and empowering lyrics have made it a fan favorite, with Ayra Starr’s unapologetic confidence shining through every verse. Keep hustling, because the “rush” is real!
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