Once Upon a Time Tiwa Savage

"Once Upon a Time" by Tiwa Savage, released in 2013, is an #Afrobeats track that explores themes of love, heartbreak, and nostalgia. The lyrics narrate a story of lost romance and longing, blending emotional depth with catchy melodies. Its unique fusion of traditional African rhythms and contemporary sounds resonates widely, solidifying Tiwa's impact on the genre.

[Intro]
Okay now Tiwa, it's time to go to bed
Nooooo
No no no, you have to go to bed now because you have to wake up very early in the morning
I don’t want to, I don’t want to
Okay, Mummy promises
We can read your favorite bedtime story
But you have to go to bed right after
Okay, mommy
There was once a girl
In Isale Eko
Every morning she always wants to sing for mummy and her daddy
So her mommy took her to London and she sang for the queen
And she became a princess
And then she went to Hollywood
And she met a handsome American man
Named Mr. Balogun
And then he introduced her to all the big stars
In the whole wide world
And they loved her
But one day
As she was sad
And she started to cry
And the handsome American man
Mr. Balogun asked her why she was sad
And she said because she wanted to be a star
And sing for the whole wide world
And the handsome American man
Mr. Balogun said he will make her a big star
And that’s where it all began
Once upon a time

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