From the slums of Douala, to the streets of Nairobi, You worked with ambition, never letting go of your dream. A young African man with a heart full of fire, You built a life for us, raised us higher and higher. You took us to London, Victoria Island too, In palatial homes, I had the best view. Private schools, luxury – oh, what a ride, But you stayed humble, love was your guide. Papa, my hero, you gave me everything, A childhood of blessings, I’ll forever sing. Thank you for the love, for the life you gave, In my heart, you’ll always stay, Papa, you paved the way. Five times to New York, we flew like the breeze, Tokyo was a dream, memories that still bring me peace. Through it all, you treated everyone the same, Chauffeur or maid, they knew your name. Your hands were strong but your heart was gold, A man of few words, but your love was bold. In every step, you led with grace, A legacy that time can never erase. Papa, my hero, you gave me everything, A childhood of blessings, I’ll forever sing. Thank you for the love, for the life you gave, In my heart, you’ll always stay, Papa, you paved the way. I moved to London, and we saw less of you, But you were always with me, in everything I do. I wish I could’ve been there, to say goodbye, But I’ll hold you close, until the day I fly. Papa, my hero, you gave me everything, A childhood of blessings, I’ll forever sing. Thank you for the love, for the life you gave, In my heart, you’ll always stay, Papa, you paved the way. Papa, you paved the way, In my heart, you’ll always stay... Papa, my hero, forever and a day.
