Nigerian music is ever-evolving, and it’s no surprise that Shallipopi’s “Oscroh” has become the talk of the town. The song is packed with layered meanings, cultural references, and a deep dive into modern-day Nigeria. Let’s break down these lyrics.
Intro: Establishing His Identity
“Only one Pluto Presido
Yeah!
Dem call me Shallipopi
Beat!!”
Here, Shallipopi is introducing himself, asserting his unique presence in the music scene. By referencing “Pluto Presido”, he stakes his claim as a leading figure.
Verse 1: Transactional Relationships in Modern Life
“The lifestyle cost na you nor know say
Just dey order oscroh, order oscroh…”
Shallipopi touches on the theme of transactional relationships. “Oscroh” is a modern interpretation of ‘Okpo’, referring to women engaged in transactional relationships for money.
Chorus: Tying Up Loose Ends
“Since the day I was born…
So let me tie my pepperline line line”
In the chorus, “Pepperline” is a coded term for substances such as marijuana, tramadol, and other drugs. This hints at the pressures of life and the means some use to cope or escape.
Verse 2: The Hustle and the Struggle
“Suffery match that Mercedes…
Blowing ganj blowing ganja”
This verse paints a vivid image of urban life. The reference to a luxury car like “Mercedes” juxtaposed with “blowing ganj” (smoking marijuana) symbolizes the dichotomy of success and the methods people use to unwind or escape.
Bridge: Shallipopi’s Outlook on Life
“There say me na philosopher…
Plutomanias all of them know me”
Shallipopi is reflecting on how he’s perceived. Being termed a “philosopher” might hint at his introspective nature or the depth of his lyrics. The term “Plutomanias” could be a shoutout to his fans or circle, highlighting their recognition and support.
Shallipopi – Oscroh Lyrics
Intro
Only one Pluto Presido
Yeah!
Dem call me Shallipopi
Beat!!
Verse 1
The lifestyle cost na you nor know say
The lifestyle cost na you nor know say, na you nor know
Just dey order oscroh, order oscroh, just dey order oscroh nor go dey
Just Dey order oscroh, order oscroh, just dey order oscroh
Pluto boy no love that make me king of OS
No bitch boy no love that make me king of OS
Since the day I was born, day I was born
I Dey Order oscroh sayy
Chorus
Since the day I was born, day I was born
I dey order oscroh
So let me tie my pepperline line line
Pepperline line
Refrain
Pepperline line line
Pepperline line
Pepperline line line
Pepperline line
Let me tie my pepperline
Pepperline line line
Pepperline line
Pepperline line line
Pepperline line
Pepperline line line
Pepperline line
Let me tie my Pepperline
Verse 2
Suffery match that Mercedes
Put that gear for control Z
Hmmm ahhhh cellophane
Try go tear your cellophane
So suffery match that Mercedes
Put that gear for control Z
Hmmmm ahhhhh
Kerosene
Nor go pour my kerosene
You know I’m a gang
You know I’m a gangster
Enemies fast shalli shalli faster
Any man that mend me is a bastard
Try Dey stay lowkey nor cast am
Nor Dey cast, nor dey cast am
It’s half pass, it’s half pass one
Men on guard, men dey guarder
Blowing ganj blowing ganja
Bridge
There say me na philosopher
I Dey study philosophy say
Too hot you can’t handle me
Full squad under canopy
What cannot be say cannot be
So nor go commity felony
Plutomanias all of them know me
Wahala sayyyy
Pre-Chorus
The lifestyle cost na you nor know say
The lifestyle cost na you nor know say, na you nor know
Just Dey order oscroh, order oscroh, just dey order oscroh nor go dey
Just Dey order oscroh, order oscroh, just dey order oscroh
Pluto boy no love that make me king of OS
No bitch boy no love that make me king of OS
Since the day I was born, day I was born
I dey Order oscroh sayy
Since the day I was born,
Day I was born I dey Order oscroh
Chorus
Pepperline line line
Pepperline line
Pepperline line line
Pepperline line
Let me tie my pepperline
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