Laho

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Credits:

Produced by: Progrex

Writers: Shallipopi & Progrex

Lyrics

Shoutout everywhere, who be lover boy for Benin wey dey scatter area?
Ayy
Dọmwan nọ make é noise wẹẹ evbana
Gunuvbẹ, shh
Eri ma ghya wvbe wẹ ẹdo
Shalli-fucking-Popi (Wahala)
The President (Seh) of Pluto
Fayaman
Seh

Desperado, many many
My amigo, Balotelli
Ladies taking me photo (Confirm)
Paparazzi, ah
Don Julio, don dey high me
Ah, ah

Ghẹ gunmwẹn dẹ ọ, lahọ
Ni paste aza, lahọ
Aza mwẹ dry o, lahọ
Ye, ye-oh
Ghẹ gunmwẹn dẹ ọ, lahọ
Ni paste aza, lahọ
Aza mwẹ dry o, lahọ
Ye, ye-oh, lahọ
Ye, lahọ
Ye, ye-oh, lahọ
Ye, lahọ
Ye, ye-oh, lahọ
Ye

It’s not the way you’re seeing me here and because of the way you’re talking to me here
You think if you see me in the street of Upper or you see me in the street of Sapele road
Or you see me in Ugbighoko
Or you see me in Third Junction
You can talk to me like this?
Iye avba owuye wawu
Iye wano
And so, ay

Minister of enjoyment
Intercontinental (nor go dey), monumental (ehn?), ah
We go live forever (ever, ever), ah
Drop another banger, oh (wahala)
Are they mad? They must be mental (pro-blem), ah
Smoking zaza, (Oh), nai make I forget your matter, ah

Desperado, many many (Confirm)
My amigo, Balotelli
Ladies taking me photo
Paparazzi, ah
Don Julio, don dey high me (No go dey)
Seh, seh, seh
Seh, seh, seh, seh

Lyrics Insight

Background & Inspiration

Shallipopi’s “Laho,” released on February 21, 2025, under his independent label Plutomania Records, has quickly gained traction in the music scene. The track debuted at #17 on the Global Shazam Chart and topped Apple Music charts in ten African countries. In the U.S., it peaked at #8 on the Billboard Afrobeats Chart on March 4, 2025.
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The term “Laho” translates to “please” in the Edo (Bini) language, reflecting Shallipopi’s Benin City roots. In Nigerian street slang, it’s often used when requesting financial assistance, making it relatable to everyday struggles. The song delves into themes of financial hardship, ambition, and street credibility. Shallipopi candidly addresses money struggles, referencing a dry bank account and the hustle for financial success.
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The track is characterized by a medium-paced Afro-fusion beat with a BPM of 110, featuring a heavy bassline that distinguishes it from typical Amapiano tracks. This minimalist production style allows Shallipopi’s slang-heavy lyrics to take center stage.

The music video, directed by Perliks Definition, complements the song’s themes by showcasing visuals of wealth and ambition, including scenes with stacks of dollar bills featuring Shallipopi’s face. The viral “Laho” dance is prominently featured, adding to the song’s energetic appeal.

Overall, “Laho” stands out as a hustler’s anthem that blends cultural authenticity with contemporary Afrobeat vibes, solidifying Shallipopi’s position in the Nigerian music landscape.

Interpretation & Fan Theories

The track features a medium-paced Afro-fusion rhythm with a heavy bassline, characteristic of Shallipopi’s style. The minimalist groove allows his slang-heavy lyrics to take center stage, creating a hypnotic effect that appeals to a broad audience.

“Lahọ” serves as both a personal reflection of Shallipopi’s journey and a relatable anthem for those navigating financial challenges. By blending cultural elements with contemporary sounds, Shallipopi crafts a track that is both meaningful and engaging.