Get the full lyrics to Monaky’s new street anthem “Run.” Learn the words for your karaoke sessions and understand the popular Nigerian slang used in the song.
The lyrics for Monaky’s “Run” paint a vivid, high-tension narrative perfect for energetic singalongs. The song opens with a scene of evading traffic and authority, immediately setting a frantic pace with the line “I don march am march am march am beat traffic.”
Monaky extensively uses Nigerian Pidgin English and street slang, making the track an authentic representation of contemporary urban expression. The central, repetitive chorus of “I dey run from police” is direct and incredibly catchy, designed for easy recall and crowd participation during performances.
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The lyrics list various items, from “Backwood wraps” to “iPhone max,” creating a tapestry of modern street life. Commands like “Comot for road o” directed at “Keke nape” (tricycle) and “Okada man” (motorcycle taxi) further root the story in a specific, relatable Nigerian context.
The verse “I too cast for checkers / If I park na penance” employs local slang to convey a sense of being too prominent to be caught and the consequence of stopping. The phrase “Me sef come ready” repeated multiple times serves as a bold declaration of preparedness for the situation.
The entire lyrical structure avoids a complex story arc, instead opting for a immersive, repetitive style that pulls listeners into a single, intense moment. This approach makes the song highly effective for parties and casual listening where the vibe and rhythm take precedence.
Produced by Badass, Ice Beats Slide
21 November 2025
1 song, 2 minutes
℗ 2025 Tkm Entertainment/65nation/Ditto Music
Lyrics
I don march am march am march am beat traffic
Red light on my rear view I can see siren
I no get license
I no follow protocol
And I carry Canada, Agatha
I dey run from police
I dey run from police
I dey run from police
I dey run from police
Comot for road o
Keke nape
Comot for road o
Keke nape
I say comot for road o
Keke nape
Comot for road o
Okada man
Fresh mint Dey for pocket
Stop n searching no fit finish
Better make bumper scratch for agro squad to hold me
Eyes no clear
Backwood wraps
Canister
Balloon Dior
No papers
I come soft
IPhone max
24k
Banny Dey
I too cast for checkers
If I park na penance
E too clear na bank draft
Not today I enhance
Me sef come ready ready ready ready ready ready ready ready ready ready
Me sef come ready ready ready ready ready ready ready ready ready ready
I dey run from police
I dey run from police
I dey run from police
I dey run from police
Comot for road o
Keke nape
Comot for road o
Keke nape
I say comot for road o
Keke nape
Comot for road o
Okada man
