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Joy is Coming by Fido – A Street Anthem or Just Vibes?

Ayobami OwolabibyAyobami Owolabi
February 2, 2025
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Joy is Coming by Fido – A Street Anthem or Just Vibes?
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Fido’s latest single, Joy Is Coming, is an energetic celebration of life and love, fusing the infectious beats of Afrobeats with the rich melodies of highlife. Since its release on 14 December 2024, the song has gained rapid traction, topping Apple Music Nigeria and connecting with listeners through its uplifting message and catchy hooks, but does it have the depth and structure to make a lasting impression? Let’s break it down.

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  • Lyrics
  • Review
    • 1. Heavy Reliance on Repetition
    • 2. Loose and Unstructured Verses
    • 3. Transitions Between Themes Feel Rushed
    • 4. Lacks Standout Wordplay or Punchlines
    • 5. Strong Vibe but Surface-Level Message
  • Concluding remarks

Lyrics

Intro]

Eyay-ay

Dr. ‘do-‘do-‘do, yeah-yeah

Ooshá

(ChokeBoi)

 

[Pre-Chorus]

He say na me been taking things easy

Catching some cruise with my gees

You smoke one puff, you dey hiss

Commort for the body, no dey breathe

 

Put on your shoe, make you stand at ease

All your sorrow, make you dance dem free

If e no be Galala Galala, ye!

If e no be Galala, I go give dem Fuji

 

Wón má jò o, Chee!

Ijò ò ye-ye hm, ijó ò ye-ye, mmm

Ahhhhh!

Moni wón ma jò-jò, hmm

Ijó ò ye-ye, hmmm and ima jò ò ye-ye, Ah!

[Chorus]

And if e no be Galala, I go give dem Fuji

Mòdupè, Òluwá, Òluwá, ye-ay

Joy is coming, Joy is coming, wah

 

‘Dupe Òluwá, Òluwá, ye-ay

Joy is coming, moni early in the morning, ye-nay

Mòdupè f’Òluwá, f’Òluwá, ye-ay

 

Joy is coming (eyay-eyay), Joy is coming (eyay-eyay, mmm)

‘Dupe f’Òluwá, f’Òluwá, ye-ay

Joy is coming, moni early in the morning, ye-nay

 

[Verse 1]

Upu NEPA, upu NEPA (woza)

Òluwá ti mu’ná dé ay-ay

Awon t’èmi shà’ná wó’lé ay-ay

 

Uhn-uhn-yeah

Do me gently, do me tender

Awón kele gb’òri wó’lè

Awón girlie gb’òri wó’lè, eyay

 

 

[Pre-Chorus]

He say na me been taking things easy

Catching some cruise with my gees

You smoke one puff, you dey hiss

Commort for the body, no dey breathe

 

Put on your shoe, make you stand at ease

All your sorrow, make you dance dem free

If e no be Galala Galala, ye!

If e no be Galala, I go give dem Fuji

 

Wón má jò o, Chee!

Ijò ò ye-ye hm, ijó ò ye-ye, mmm

Ahhhhh!

Moni wón ma jò-jò, hmm

Ijó ò ye-ye, hmmm and ima jò ò ye-ye, Ah!

 

[Chorus]

And if e no be Galala, I go give dem Fuji

Mòdupè, Òluwá, Òluwá, ye-ay

Joy is coming, Joy is coming, wah (Coming Waaaaaaaaaaaah)

 

Dupe Òluwá, Òluwá, ye-ay

Joy is coming, moni early in the morning, (Morning Yeeee-ayy-ayyyyy) ye-nay

Mòdupè f’Òluwá, f’Òluwá, ye-ay (chu-chu-chu)

Joy is coming (eyay-eyay), Joy is coming (eyay-eyay, mm)

‘Dupe f’Òluwá, f’Òluwá, ye-ay

Joy is coming (tebe, tebe, tebe, tebe, tebe, tebe) moni early in the morning, eyay (chu)

 

[Outro]

Do me gently, do me tender

Gb’òri wó’lè

Shà’ná wó’lé, mm

Upu NEPA, upu NEPA

Òluwá ti mu’ná dé

Shà’ná wó’lé

Skrrr

 

Review

1. Heavy Reliance on Repetition

The song leans heavily on repetition, which makes it catchy but also predictable. While repetition is common in Afrobeats and street-hop, this track overuses it, especially in the chorus and pre-chorus. Lines like:

“Joy is coming, Joy is coming”

are repeated multiple times without adding new elements, which can make the song feel stretched rather than evolving.

2. Loose and Unstructured Verses

The lyrics lack a coherent narrative or a solid progression. While the song is about delight and thankfulness, the lines feel more like loosely connected phrases than a well-crafted message. For example:

“You smoke one puff, you dey hiss

Commort for the body, no dey breathe”

These phrases read more like random street expressions than parts of a unified story. Adding more structured storytelling would improve the song.

3. Transitions Between Themes Feel Rushed

The song occasionally veers between concepts without making a smooth transition. For example:

“Moni early in the morning

Upu NEPA

Upu NEPA

Òluwá ti mu’ná dé”

4. Lacks Standout Wordplay or Punchlines

Street-hop thrives on memorable lines and catchy slang, but Joy is Coming doesn’t introduce unique expressions that stick. Fido, unlike singers such as Portable, Asake, and Naira Marley, who use significant wordplay and cultural references, sticks to the basics. Adding additional unique street slangs could give the music more character.

5. Strong Vibe but Surface-Level Message

The song seeks to provide a positive and motivating message, as demonstrated in:

“Mòdupè, Òluwá, Òluwá, ye-ay

Joy is coming, Joy is coming, wah”

However, it lacks personal depth. While gratitude and celebration are powerful topics, including personal experiences or challenges would give the song greater emotional weight and significance.

Concluding remarks

Joy Is Coming has the intensity of a danceable street anthem, but its overly repetitive nature and weak lyrical structure make it less memorable. While the atmosphere is excellent, the song could benefit from better storytelling, smoother transitions, and more innovative wordplay to make a bigger impact in the Afrobeats scene.

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Ayobami Owolabi

Ayobami Owolabi

Owolabi Ayobami is an emerging entertainment journalist, dedicated to delivering the latest scoop on Nollywood, music, and celebrity culture. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, he brings fresh insights and perspectives to the entertainment beat.

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