Omah Lay’s hit song “Soso” has captivated listeners globally with its profound lyrics and infectious Afrobeats rhythm. Released on July 15, 2022, as part of his debut album Boy Alone, this song explores themes of pain, longing, and a desperate search for relief.
Meaning Behind “soso” Lyrics
Omah Lay treasures comfort in the lines, “Soso take my pain away,” found repeatedly in “soso.” Soso could mean a lot of things, but here it appears to be a figure he wishes would come to take some of his emotional pains away. This character could be a love interest whom he thinks is capable of bringing him calm amidst his troubles.
Understanding Omah Lay’s Challenges
In Soso, the verses detail Omah Lay’s struggles with mental wellness and societal expectations. He addresses topics such as unsavory gossip, an unhealthy reliance on booze, and the pressure of celebrity. He asks Soso to just take this weight off his back in his lyrics.
Omah Lay on Writing “soso”
Omah Lay, in an interview, said that he was in a lot of pain when he wrote “soso.” He claimed he was alone and was misunderstood, which went on to inspire his work. It helped make the isolation a great one for his most personal songs yet.
Cultural and Linguistic Allusions in the Song
Incorporating Nigerian Pidgin English and Igbo, soso is even more layered in its lyrics. In his case, “poto, poto” means wet mud – signo de disorder or confusion in his life. Also, in the title, “Shibiri” means gossip or backbiting in Igbo giving reference to the bad talk around Him.
Musical Highlights in the Career of “Soso”
soso, which was released just a short while ago, has already seen tremendous success. It recently achieved platinum status in France, with more than 30 million streams there alone. It has hit over 200 million streams on Spotify alone on a worldwide scale, which symbolizes a huge career milestone for Omah Lay.
Recent Collaborations and New Releases
Omah Lay teamed up with Puerto Rican artist Ozuna in 2023 on a remix of “Soso.” Blending Afrobeat and Latin, this remix propagates the song to new listeners around the globe. Fans have also been vibing to the bright music video accompanying this song.
Trends in Social Media and Fan Interaction
The song Soso has triggered numerous challenges on social media, particularly TikTok and Instagram, where fans made dance videos and covers of the song. With a catchy hook and easily recognizable lyrics, this song has given rise to quite a few trends, and Omah Lay has shared some of this content and engaged the fans.
