“Runaway” by Joeboy is a captivating track from his 2021 debut album, “Somewhere Between Beauty & Magic”. This heartfelt song paints a vivid picture of longing and devotion as it is a sincere plea for a partner to remain by his side. Through its tender lyrics, Joeboy expresses deep affection and unwavering commitment, celebrating the divine quality of their love, even in the face of life’s challenges.
The piece is enriched with a beautiful blend of English and Yoruba, adding cultural depth and resonance. The recurring phrases, such as “Ma Gbagbé o. Jowo ma gbagbe,” meaning “Please don’t forget,” serve as an emotional anchor, emphasizing the importance of remembrance and connection in their relationship.
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Ugh, I think I drank too much
Runaway
Oh baby please stay abeg no runaway from me
'Cause I dey think about you night and day day day
Gimme love omo na shere ye ye
Girl I can't deny
It's a vibe anytime I look in your eyes
You hypnotizing me and it's not nice not nice not nice
Gimme love don't you runaway from me
Don't you runaway from me
Ma Gbagbe o
Jowo ma gbagbe
If another come your way
You go tell am say no way
Ma gbagbe o
Jowo na gbagbe
If another come your way
You go tell am say no way
You dey gimme peace of mind
When na you I get your time
Iwo lo mu nu mi dun
When the raba no dey
You promise sey we go dey fine
This love o money can't buy
'Cause it's something so divine
Oh, quedate conmigo
Girl I can't deny (Can't deny you)
It's a vibe anytime I look in your eyes (In your eyes o)
You're hypnotizing me and it's not nice not nice not nice
Gimme love don't you runaway from me
Don't you runaway from me
Ma Gbagbe o
Jowo ma gbagbe
If another come your way
You go tell am sey no way
Ma gbagbe o
Jowo na gbagbe
If another come your way
You go tell am sey no way
Uploaded by: Enobong • Upload date: 10/27/2025
