Is it a crime?
Is it a crime
That I still want you
And I want you to want me too?
Baby (Rema) baby sunmomi
You no say you match my steeze
You know I'm a G
Shawty, I'ma always keep it real
I no dey for too much whining
Dey for too much whining
As e dey be (Ooh)
As the shayo dey enter, oya
Make we kolobi
Oya, show yourself, do over-sabi
Love is in the air, baby, breathe in
I dey available
Baby, anytime you need me, I dey available
Compatible, two of us dey compatible
Girl, I be bad boy, forget say I dey mellow
Ah baby, I dey fold, baby, take it slow
Baby, go down low, nobody gots to know
Oh yeah, I know I play around
But me no fit to let you go
Ooh (Is it a crime?)
Baby, baby sunmomi
You no say you match my steeze
You know I'm a G
Shawty, I'ma always keep it real
I no dey for too much whining
Dey for too much whining
(That I still want you?)
As e dey be
As the shayo dey enter, oya
Make we kolobi
Oya, show yourself, do over-sabi
Love is in the air, baby, breathe in
Meaning & Review Rema - Is it a crime?
"Is it a crime?" really stirs up a storm of emotions worldwide. From the very first seconds, the track captivates with its atmosphere, which many find reminiscent of Sade's style, but with a distinct Nigerian flavor that gives the composition its uniqueness. It's this blend of Western and African musical cultures that makes the track so appealing and captivating. The song can easily be called vibey; you can put it on repeat and enjoy every moment.
Rema, as an artist, continues to evolve, and this is evident in how he works with the instrumental. The song features a soft, yet rich melody, which he fills with his own signature style. His vocals are on point here, and as always, his intonations perfectly match the overall tone of the track. He uses the space on the beat wisely: either it's a singing chorus or powerful lines that literally grab you.
The comments on social media are overflowing with admiration. Phrases like "this song is fire," "Rema, you're amazing!" and, of course, mentions of the track sounding like something Wizkid could have done have become commonplace. For most fans, this style, which clearly carries the influence of Western artists, is straight-up fire! It's especially cool to see the guys from Brazil, where his fans have blown up all the charts. And they have every reason to! The release sounds very intentional and well-crafted, every detail in the track is important.
November 9, 2024