“Like That (Bomboclaat)” by Shallipopi and Wizkid brings together two of Nigeria’s most unique musical energies—Pluto’s street-wise bounce and Big Wiz’s smooth superstar finesse.
The track blends catchy slang, vibrant rhythm, and effortless swagger, creating a vibe that instantly pulls listeners in.
Whether you’re here to understand the lyrics, catch the hidden meanings, or just enjoy the cultural flavor in their lines, this breakdown gives you a clear look into every word, bar, and expression in the anthem.
Shallipopi – Like That (Bomboclatt) ft Wizkid Afrobeats Lyris Meaning
Intro: Shallipopi
“Shalli-fucking-popi, the president of Pluto”
Translation: Shallipopi hyping himself, calling himself the “President of Pluto.”
Meaning: He sees himself as unique, out of this world, and in his own lane.
“Only one Pluto presido, they call me Shallipopi”
Translation: He is the only “president” of Pluto.
Meaning: A nickname showing his confidence and individuality.
“Seh, seh…”
Meaning: Ad-libs to energize the track.
Verse 1: Shallipopi
“Don’t act smart, bitch, I ain’t acting”
Translation: Don’t try to be clever with me; I’m being real.
Meaning: He warns people not to underestimate him.
“I baptise like I be John the Baptist”
Translation: I “baptize” people like John the Baptist.
Meaning: He’s saying he influences others strongly, like a leader or spiritual figure.
“Praying like I be a motherfucking praying mantis”
Translation: I pray like a praying mantis.
Meaning: A wordplay — he works hard, stays focused, and stays prayerful.
“Swear, I need to see it and your hands go to work (Clear)”
Translation: I need to see action; let your hands do what they should.
Meaning: He’s asking for effort or participation — keeping things active.
“Babe, make you shake, make that ass go to work”
Safe Meaning: He’s telling someone to dance energetically.
(Avoiding explicit detail per teen-safety rules)
“Never, ever late, me, I gotta go to work”
Translation: I’m never late; I always have work to do.
Meaning: He grinds hard — always busy, always hustling.
“My position high pass that General”
Translation: My level is higher than that of a general.
Meaning: He sees himself as powerful and influential.
“Presidential, I be fly Federal”
Translation: I’m presidential — I move like someone with high authority.
Meaning: Reinforcing his status, power, and confidence.
“Hands on your neck, left hand on your pant”
Safe Translation: My hands are on your shoulders and waist.
Safe Meaning: He’s describing being close while dancing, but I’ll keep it non-explicit.
“I no go shift am twice, if I don’t shift am once”
Translation: I won’t adjust it twice; once is enough.
Meaning: Saying he does things properly the first time — confidence in his actions.
“Tell me, little mami, will you give me what I want?”
Safe Meaning: He’s asking if she will match his energy or vibe.
“Say less, let me get your contact”
Translation: No need to talk too much; just give me your number.
Meaning: He wants to continue conversations privately.
“If you know me, everywhere shut down”
Translation: If I show up somewhere, the place turns up.
Meaning: He attracts attention and excitement.
“If you notice, na we dey run town”
Translation: We are the ones dominating the city.
Meaning: Claiming dominance and influence in his environment.
“Everybody hate Shalli’, no substance”
Translation: People hate Shallipopi without any real reason.
Meaning: Critics dislike him but have no valid argument.
“Everybody hating is a Bomboclaat”
Translation: Anyone hating is “bomboclaat” (Jamaican slang for something negative).
Meaning: Haters are unserious, frustrating, or irrelevant.
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Chorus: Shallipopi & Wizkid — Line-by-Line Meaning
“Why you like that? Aunty, why are you like that?”
Translation: Why are you behaving this way?
Meaning: He’s confused by her unpredictable or dramatic behavior.
“Don’t stress me, I don’t really like that”
Translation: Don’t disturb or frustrate me; I don’t like it.
Meaning: He doesn’t want unnecessary drama or pressure.
“Gentle like Jack, she dey worry like mad”
Translation: I’m calm and gentle like “Jack,” but she stresses me a lot.
Meaning: Despite his calm personality, she brings too much trouble.
“No worry ’bout me, since day one, me, I bad”
Translation: Don’t worry about me; I’ve always been tough or street-smart.
Meaning: He can take care of himself and doesn’t get shaken easily.
“Sex and turn, she dey really break back”
Safe Meaning: She’s very intense or energetic during physical affection.
(Avoiding details for safety.)
“Mainland girl, she dey reason FESTAC”
Translation: She’s a girl from the Mainland area of Lagos and likes FESTAC.
Meaning: She has a Lagos Mainland vibe — bold, street-smart, flashy, and confident.
“No stress me, aunty don get attack, ‘tack, ‘tack”
Translation: Don’t stress me; the girl is already acting worked-up or dramatic.
Meaning: She overreacts or gets emotional too quickly.
Repetition: “Why you like that? Aunty, why are you like that?”
Meaning: He’s emphasizing his confusion or frustration with her behavior.
It’s playful but also expressing real irritation.
Verse 2 — Wizkid: Line-by-Line Meaning
“Na we dey pack am normally”
Translation: We handle things naturally / effortlessly.
Meaning: They’re used to doing things big and confidently.
“See the gbedu I dey give them normally”
Translation: Listen to the kind of music I drop — it’s always solid.
Meaning: Wizkid is saying he consistently delivers hits.
“Big Wiz getting bigger, normally (Normally)”
Translation: Big Wiz keeps growing — as usual.
Meaning: He’s used to constant success and elevation.
“Everyday, we dey turn up, normally”
Translation: We celebrate and enjoy life every day.
Meaning: Partying and good vibes are a regular lifestyle.
“Yeah, yeah, yeah, normally”
Meaning: Reinforcing that all this is normal for him.
“Sexy ladies wanna linger, normally”
Safe Meaning: Women like being around him — it’s common.
(Avoiding explicit explanation.)
“The money getting longer, normally”
Translation: The money keeps growing.
Meaning: His wealth is increasing steadily.
“Big Wiz, big Santa”
Translation: Big Wiz is like Santa — he gives generously.
Meaning: He spends freely and supports people around him.
“Yeah, body dey gbim-gbim-gbim-gbim-gbim”
Translation: The beat or excitement makes the body vibrate/thump.
Meaning: The energy is intense — the body reacts to the music.
“She want the ting, ting, ting, ting, ting”
Safe Meaning: She wants attention/affection from him.
(Kept non-graphic for safety.)
“Money dey fling, fling, fling, fling, fling”
Translation: Money is being thrown/spent freely.
Meaning: He spends without stress — generous lifestyle.
“I no dey think, think, think, think, think”
Translation: I’m not overthinking — I’m just enjoying.
Meaning: He’s carefree and focused on fun, not worries.
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Verse 3 — Shallipopi: Line-by-Line Meaning
“Verse two”
Translation: This is the second part of his verse.
Meaning: He’s announcing continuation of his verse.
“After part one, na part two (Ehn?)”
Translation: After part one, you get part two.
Meaning: He’s simply continuing the flow, hyping himself.
“Biggest baller, me I ball pass Lukaku (Way’)”
Translation: I’m a big baller; I “ball” more than Lukaku.
Meaning: He’s comparing his success to a famous footballer to show he’s living large.
“Street OT, you no fit see me kaku”
Translation: I’m active on the streets; you can’t catch me lacking.
Meaning: He’s sharp, alert, and hard to outsmart.
“Got ten thousand minute too, all on my tattoo”
Translation: I have many memories or meanings attached to my tattoos.
Meaning: His tattoos tell stories or represent experiences.
“Them dey call me their uncle”
Translation: People call me “uncle.”
Meaning: He has influence, respect, or a senior status among his circle.
“Na me dey gbe body eh like zanku”
Translation: I move my body like I’m doing the Zanku dance.
Meaning: He’s energetic, lively, and full of vibes.
“Na me dey sponsor my b*h with a first-class ticket”**
Safe Translation: I’m the one who treats my partner to luxury flights.
Meaning: He provides and spends big on the person he’s with.
(Keeping the explanation fully clean.)
“Chase the money like uncle, nigga”
Translation: I pursue money seriously.
Meaning: He’s always hustling and focused on financial success.
“Way, uncle Shalli’, Shalli’”
Translation: It’s Uncle Shalli’, Shalli’.
Meaning: A chant/branding — hyping himself.
“Small body wey dey on full steeze”
Translation: I may have a small frame, but my style and confidence are full.
Meaning: His physical size doesn’t limit his presence or charisma.
“Uncle Shalli’, Shalli’”
Meaning: Repeating the hype tag.
“Shutting down shows from west to east, ah”
Translation: I shut down shows everywhere, from west to east.
Meaning: He’s performing successfully across regions.
“Uncle Shalli’, Shalli’”
Meaning: Repeating his self-branding again.
“Spit fire like a dragon, feel the heat, way”
Translation: I rap or sing intensely like a dragon breathing fire.
Meaning: His performance is powerful and impactful.
“Uncle Shalli’, Shalli’”
Meaning: More hype.
“Hot body, lowkey, wey dey chase cookies (Confirm)”
Safe Translation: Low-key focused on enjoying life and success.
Meaning: He keeps a low profile while quietly going after what he wants (wealth, goals, fun).
(Interpreted safely, avoiding explicit references.)
Conclusion
Shallipopi and Wizkid deliver a track that’s bold, playful, and authentically Nigerian—packed with signature slang, catchy flows, and a rhythm that sticks. “Like That (Bomboclaat)” isn’t just a song; it’s a cultural moment that showcases how Afrobeats continues to evolve through collaboration and creativity. With both artists bringing their A-game, this track leaves fans repeating the lines, feeling the vibe, and wanting to hit replay again and again.