His delivery in the video is emotive and urgent, moving away from his usual "cool" persona to show a man deeply troubled by the state of the world. Musical Composition
Years after its release, "Only Me" is frequently cited as one of the songs that solidified 2Baba’s status as the It proved that African music could be commercially successful while maintaining a "conscious" soul. In a world increasingly dominated by individualistic "hustle culture," the song's central question remains more relevant than ever. 2Face - Only Me [Official Video]
Forcing the individual to realize that their significance is defined by their relationship with others. Visual Storytelling in the Official Video His delivery in the video is emotive and
At its core, "Only Me" is an exploration of . The lyrics pose a haunting "what if" scenario: what if the world consisted of "only me"? Forcing the individual to realize that their significance
2Baba uses this rhetorical device to highlight how our actions—or inactions—impact the collective. He touches on themes of:
The video often uses muted tones and dramatic lighting to reflect the seriousness of the lyrics.
Challenging leaders who act as if they are the only ones who matter.