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Bob Marley & The Wailers X Sarkodie Drop Stir It Up Collaboration

01/24/2023 by Press Release

Reggae legends, Bob Marley and The Wailers usher in the new year with a reimagining of the classic Stir It Up, in collaboration with Ghanaian rap icon, Sarkodie. On this new version, we see the Caribbean and Africa unite for one of the most recognizable songs in the world to give us romance and nostalgia. Produced by M.O.G Beatz (3music Awards' Producer Of The Year for four consecutive years, and 2021's Vodaphone Ghana Music Awards' Producer Of The Year), the new track combines the signature guitar strums and soothing bounce we know and love, with Sarkodie’s iconic flow. Stir It Up will connect generations, continents and more!

Since its release on January 20th, Stir It Up has racked up impressive streaming figures and social media hits worldwide, most notably in Ghana, where #BobMarley trended at number one and #StirItUp trended at number four for several days. Sarkodie also participated in a Twitter Spaces session that drew more than 7000 people.

Bob Marley is one of the most legendary figures in modern music; his influence is immeasurable. The Jamaican singer, musician, and songwriter inspires with social activism and politically conscious lyrics fused with elements of lovers-rock, ska and rocksteady. As a pioneer of Reggae, Bob Marley was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994. In December 1999, his 1977 album Exodus was named Album Of The Century by Time Magazine and his song “One Love” was designated Song Of The Millennium by the BBC.
 
With a career spanning almost 20 years, Sarkodie is one of the most successful African rappers of all time. He was the first winner of BET's Best International Flow category at the 2019 BET Hip Hop Awards, and he was crowned Vodafone Ghana Music Awards' Artist Of The Decade. Sarkodie’s signature pace, cadence, and whit permeates every track, and this latest offering is no different. 
 
When speaking on this historic collaboration with Bob Marley, Sarkodie said:
“What a way to kick start this year! Definitely one of the highest moments in my career/life… It’s been a BIG torture keeping quiet about this particular project but I guess it’s always the best when timing is right. Big shouts to the team at Island records, my team and the Marley family for getting me on this amazing project with the legend Bob Marley. Such a blessing to lay my vocals right next to the original vocals of the legend…I will be sharing how the whole process happened… for now, get ready to enjoy the remake of Bob Marley’s 'Stir It Up' produced by M.O.G” 

The official music video for Stir It Up showcases the vibrant relationship between Jamaica and Ghana. With Sarkodie leading on creative direction, these Ghana-shot visuals authentically explore identity, unity and community. Premiering on the Bob Marley YouTube channel, the new video quickly amassed more than half a million views and thousands of supportive comments from fans around the world.

LYRICS
(Bob Marley)
STIR IT UP, LITTLE DARLIN’
STIR IT UP (COME ON, BABY)
COME ON AND STIR IT UP, LITTLE DARLIN’
STIR IT UP (O-OH!)

(Sarkodie)
HER BODY GOT MY BP GOING UP
SO I JUST CHARTER A FLIGHT STRAIGHT
TO BAHAMAS FOR HONEYMOON 
I’VE NEVER DONE THAT BEFORE
BUT I WANNA JUST (STIR IT UP)
SHE GIVES IT TO ME, I GIVE IT TO HER 
SHE SITS ON ME AND I TRY TO PAMPER HER
TAKE MY TIME WITH HER 
MOVE MY HAND AROUND HER SO MY LOVE 
SHE FULFILL MY FANTASIES (STIR IT UP)
WHEN WE IN THE ROOM I’M CALM
WHEN SHE NOTICE THAT I WANT IT 
SHE ASK ME “DO YOU WANT SOME?”
I SAY “ERM? OK. LET ME HAVE A LITTLE BIT”
I AIN’T NEVER GETTING RID OF IT 
THE WAY YOU TREAT ME GOT ME FEELING IT
BABY JUST COME LET’S (STIR IT UP)
TAKE ME TO PLACES AND SHOW ME
HOW YOU FELL IN LOVE WITH ME 
ALL THIS LOVING GOT ME GOING CRAZY 
BUT AM ASKING YOU HOW CAN WE (STIR IT UP) 
GIRL I BELIEVE IN ALL THE LOVE YOU GOT FOR ME
COME LET’S POP SOME CHAMPAGNE AND
SIP AT THE BALCONY (STIR IT UP)
COME LET’S STIR IT UP 
REMINISCING HOW WE FELL IN LOVE 
BACK AND FORTH YOU GIVE ME I GIVE YOU 
GIVE AND TAKE AND IT’S FAIR ENOUGH (STIR IT UP) 
ALL I WANNA HAVE TO IS YOUR LOVING
WANNA WAKE UP NEXT TO YOU IN THE MORNING 
I CAN READ IT IN YOUR EYES THAT YOU WANT ME 
I WANNA JUST (STIR IT UP)

(Bob Marley)
STIR IT UP, LITTLE DARLIN’
STIR IT UP (COME ON, BABY)
COME ON AND STIR IT UP, LITTLE DARLIN’ STIR IT UP (O-OH!) IT'S BEEN A LONG, LONG TIME, YEAH
(STIR IT, STIR IT, STIR IT TOGETHER) SINCE I GOT YOU ON MY MIND
(OH-OH-OH-OH) OH-OH
NOW YOU ARE HERE
(STIR IT, STIR IT, STIR IT TOGETHER)
I SAID, IT'S SO CLEAR
THERE'S SO MUCH WE COULD DO, BABY (OH-OH-OH-OH)
JUST ME AND YOU.
STIR IT UP, LITTLE DARLIN’
STIR IT UP (COME ON, BABY)
COME ON AND STIR IT UP, LITTLE DARLIN’
STIR IT UP (O-OH!)
I'LL PUSH THE WOOD
(STIR IT, STIR IT, STIR IT TOGETHER)
THEN I BLAZE YA FIRE
THEN I'LL SATISFY YOUR HEART'S DESIRE
(OH-OH-OH-OH)
SAID, I STIR IT EVERY
(STIR IT, STIR IT, STIR IT TOGETHER)
EVERY MINUTE
ALL YOU GOT TO DO, BABY
(OH-OH-OH-OH)
IS KEEP IT IN, EH
STIR IT UP, LITTLE DARLIN’
STIR IT UP (COME ON, BABY)
COME ON AND STIR IT UP, LITTLE DARLIN’ 
STIR IT UP (O-OH!)