(Chale, listen up)
Mercedes Akosua Oforiwaa
My princess, my heart
This one is for you
Mercedes, you carry the grace of the stars
Your smile is the light that heals all our scars
Akosua, you are our joy, our pride, our soul
Watching you grow makes us feel whole
Daddy and Mommy, we work through the rain
Just to ensure that you feel no pain
Take all our love, it’s a shield and a fire
Pushing you higher, reaching for the empire
Mercedes Akosua Oforiwaa, you’re the one
Shining so bright like the morning sun
Study your books, keep your eyes on the goal
With all our strength, we are taking control
Rise to the height of the power you see
Whatever you dream, baby, you gonna be
Don’t let the pressure, don’t let it weigh you down
You’re royalty, baby, you deserve the crown
When books get heavy and the night gets long
Remember our love is your favorite song
We’re working for you, every sweat, every day
So you can walk on a golden way
Knowledge is power, the key to the gate
Open it wide, darling, determine your fate
Mercedes Akosua Oforiwaa, you’re the one
Shining so bright like the morning sun
Study your books, keep your eyes on the goal
With all our strength, we are taking control
Rise to the height of the power you see
Whatever you dream, baby, you gonna be
Eiii! See the future in your eyes
Beyond the clouds, past the skies
We provide, we support, we stand by your side
With you, Mercedes, there’s nowhere to hide
So keep on climbing, let your wisdom flow
We love you more than you ever will know
From Oforiwaa blood, you got the grit
Go top of the class, yeah, go make a hit
Mercedes Akosua Oforiwaa, you’re the one
Shining so bright like the morning sun
Study your books, keep your eyes on the goal
With all our strength, we are taking control
Rise to the height of the power you see
Whatever you dream, baby, you gonna be
Yeah, you gonna be, Mercedes
Daddy and Mommy always with you
Akosua, fly high
Chale, keep shining
(Fade out)