(Sanka muzako, boi)
(Salamuzako eeh)
(Sala muzako, Wili eeweee)
(Bena sibamushe wee, olopezeka weka chee)
(Nati salamunobe, bena sibamushe wee)
I remember the lessons from the days of old
Stories that the elders in the village told
I was eating with my brothers, sharing every meal
Learning how to handle everything that’s real
I used to struggle, yeah, I used to fight
Just to find my way and keep my future bright
Sometimes I was bruised, I was left out in the cold
But the fire in my spirit, it never did fold
Oh, I’m walking steady on this path today
Learning all the lessons in the better way
With the grace of the Most High guiding my feet
Making sure my life is humble and sweet
Yeah, the good ones and the bad ones, they taught me how to grow
Planting all the seeds so the harvest can show
I see the people coming, I see the people go
Some are here for seasons, others for the show
But respect for the parents is the key to the gate
If you want to prosper, you don't hesitate
They told me keep it real, keep your vision clear
Even when the shadows start to draw near
I’ve learned from the masters, I’ve learned from the best
Put my heart and soul through the ultimate test
Oh, I’m walking steady on this path today
Learning all the lessons in the better way
With the grace of the Most High guiding my feet
Making sure my life is humble and sweet
Yeah, the good ones and the bad ones, they taught me how to grow
Planting all the seeds so the harvest can show
Take it or leave it, the truth is the truth
Preserving the wisdom of my early youth
It’s a long journey, staying on the track
Looking to the future, never looking back
(Wili Williams on the mixer, keep the groove alive)
(Yeah, keep it moving, keep it steady)
Many have rested, many passed away
But the words they left me, they are here to stay
If I didn't listen, where would I be now?
Lost in the middle, failing every vow
So I stand tall, honoring the roots
Enjoying the flavor of the ripened fruits
From the hood to the world, the message is plain
Sunlight follows after the heavy rain
Oh, I’m walking steady on this path today
Learning all the lessons in the better way
With the grace of the Most High guiding my feet
Making sure my life is humble and sweet
Yeah, the good ones and the bad ones, they taught me how to grow
Planting all the seeds so the harvest can show
Yeah, it’s all for the family
Respect the elders, respect the way
(Kuli ewee, waumfwa)
(It's Wili Williams on the mixer)
Everything is steady, everything is clear
We keep moving forward, year after year
(Peace and love, yeah)