“Iyo Ngwo Ngwo” by Mama G delves into the love life of the character Mama G, painting a vivid picture of a persona who prioritizes material wealth and comfort over emotional connections. Patience Ozokwor, known affectionately as Mama G, uses her musical talent to portray this unique aspect of her fictional entertaining character, adding layers to the already complex and beloved persona she created.

The song humorously and candidly explores the Mama G character’s outlook on love and relationships. With lyrics in Pidgin English like “no be love I go chop, love no dey buy isi ewu, maintenance money ijikwe ego,” Mama G bluntly states that love cannot buy her goat head pepper soup (isi ewu) and emphasizes the importance of financial maintenance. This playful yet pointed commentary highlights Mama G’s preference for the tangible benefits that money can bring, rather than the intangible emotions of love.

“Iyo Ngwo Ngwo” captures the essence of Mama G’s belief in enjoying the finer things in life. Her character is depicted as one who loves to indulge in merry-making and relishes the good things that money can afford. This perspective is a reflection of a broader societal commentary, where material wealth often takes precedence over emotional fulfillment. Through this song, Mama G portrays a character who is pragmatic and unashamedly focused on ensuring her comfort and enjoyment; in other words, “no money, no love“.

I love you like Nigeria love Aerica Visa
I love you like police love twenty naira
I love you like NEPA like to take light
I love you Mama G iyo ngwo ngwo.

I love you like conductor love passenger
I love you like petrol love to catch fire
I love you like Goverment love to owe teacher
I love you Mama G iyo ngwo gwo.