T DOLLAR’S “ALHAMDULILLAH”: A SONG OF FAITH, HUSTLE, AND OVERCOMING STRUGGLE
by April 19, 2024T Dollar, a rising Afrobeats star, infuses his new single, “Alhamdulillah,” with the grit and determination that defines a generation of young Nigerians chasing their dreams against all odds. The song celebrates faith as a source of strength while navigating the struggles of poverty.
T Dollar, following the tradition of Nigerian street-pop artists, weaves together themes of religious faith, hard work, and the pursuit of a better life. “Alhamdulillah,” which translates to “praise be to God,” expresses gratitude for blessings while acknowledging the challenges of overcoming adversity.
The song opens with a declaration of self-belief, contrasting with verses that paint a picture of a difficult past. T Dollar emphasizes the transformative power of hardship, singing “So I Free myself from all negativity.“
“Alhamdulillah” ultimately underscores the importance of faith and hustle in achieving success. The uplifting chorus celebrates his progress and newfound prosperity.
lyrics
So I Free myself from all negativity
When nothing Dey nobody torimi
Hustle no get joy mor lori titi
Kire mi ma koja Lori mi
Took some chills and pray to God
Cause many many things wey Man go dey reason
Kaluba
Plenty raba
And if I fall down I go rise up again
Kosi ishoro
Man i steady Dey work
Blessings from baba
Wey Dey up o
Protect me k’oye ojo mi tolo
Omo trenches wey dey try to grow up o
No foes
I dey do my own job
And at the same time
Them say make I no rush o
Protect me k’oye ojo mi tolo
Omo trenches wey dey try to grow up o
Alhamdullilahi
I’ve given everything I gat to jah
Given all my life all to Christ
Praise to God no be lie
Alhamdullilahi
Alhamdullilahi
Shey you see my life e don better
For my life me I want to shine
Na Gods time me I don Dey find
Alhamdullilahi
Cause anybody fit be anybody
Buckle your shoes make you karamo hustle
Thank God say you Dey carry body
Cos anybody fit be anybody
If I style ara Monda
For the people wey think say I no try
Bad man still dey on fire
Ja bi mike Tyson with my power with my power ahn
Kosi ishoro
Man I steady Dey work
Blessings from baba
Wey Dey up o
Protect me k’oye ojo mi tolo
Omo trenches wey dey try to grow up o
No foes
I dey do my own job
And at the same time
Them say make I no rush o
Protect me k’oye ojo mi tolo
Omo trenches wey dey try to grow up o
Alhamdullilahi
I’ve given everything I gat to jah
Given all my life all to Christ
Praise to God no be lie
Alhamdullilahi
Alhamdullilahi
Shey you see my life e don better
For my life me I want to shine
Na Gods time me I don Dey find
Alhamdullilahi
