DOWNLOAD Goddy Ezike - Alua Na Anwu Erie Na Ndo

Soundwela Media presents the philosophical tone of Goddy Ezike and his Black Brothers band in this song they called Alua Na Anwu Erie Na Ndo.

The Igbo philosophy of “Alua Na Anwu, Erie Na Ndo” reflects a deeply rooted cultural value emphasizing the importance of hard work as a precursor to enjoyment or rest. Literally translated as “labor under the sun, and enjoy under the shade,” this principle is akin to the adage “business before pleasure.” It underscores the belief that enduring effort and diligence eventually lead to comfort and fulfillment, a sentiment prevalent in traditional and modern Igbo society.

This philosophy gained broader popularity through Goddy Ezike, a prominent Igbo highlife musician in the eighties. The song “Alua Na Anwu Erie Na Ndo” was featured on his album produced by Rogers All Stars in the late eighties, conveying a motivational message encouraging perseverance and faith that one’s toil will yield tangible rewards. Ezike’s music often intertwines such moral teachings with uplifting rhythms, making this song a staple in Igbo cultural and musical heritage.

Goddy Ezike is an Igbo highlife music legend from Amichi in Nnewi South of Anambra state popularly known for his smash hits Kanayo Chukwu, Iga Agonari Chukwu, Uwa Amaka Mma, Asiri Ije Uwa and many others.