Day 30: Ayaya!

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Inspired by Christy-Essien, the late Nigeria’s Lady of Songs.

Ayaya means “beautiful” in Ibibio, one of Nigeria’s several dialects.

Give me a chance is all I ask

And as time turns a page, you’ll witness my person enhanced.

Just one solitary chance is all,

And I’ll deliver, my life will be a ball.

I’ll take my chances, go it alone. Just don’t play that card.

You see, it’s my call; so step back and I’ll perfect my act.

Ayaya, my life ayaya (my life is beautiful).

I ain’t need no more drama;

I’m sick and tired of sticking with the program.

Give me a chance and watch me go.

I’ve been in the wait so long I’ll explode

If I delay one moment further.

I’ll take it anyhow I get it though, it weighs down on my shoulder.

I ripped off the veil of stigma and prevailed against the throe.

I am ready; give me a chance and let me grow.

Ayaya, my life ayaya.

I ain’t need no more drama;

I’m sick and tired of sticking with the program.

Akpan