Burna Boy's Big Inspiration: Ogogo's Quote Behind Hit Song 'Last Last'
The Quote Behind a Global Hit
Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, delivered a memorable line about heartbreak's inevitability in one of his Yoruba movies. This line, "All of us will eat breakfast. It is the time all of us will eat it that differs," became a pop culture phrase used by Nigerians to describe heartbreak.
The line captured the idea that heartbreak is an experience no one can completely escape, and it was later popularized by Burna Boy in his 2022 hit song, "Last Last." The song opens with the now-famous line, "E don cast, last last, na everybody go chop breakfast," turning the expression into one of the most recognizable phrases in contemporary Nigerian music.
A Layer of Cultural Relevance
The connection between Ogogo's movie quote and Burna Boy's song has given the actor's old scene another layer of cultural relevance. What started as a line from a Nollywood movie became a phrase Nigerians use to describe romantic disappointment, while Burna Boy's record took the expression to a global audience. The song's impact has been felt worldwide, with the phrase "last last" becoming a household name.
Nigerians often use the clip from Ogogo's movie when discussing failed relationships, reinforcing the idea behind the actor's original statement that heartbreak is an experience that eventually comes to everyone. The clip has continued to live online through memes and social media posts, ensuring the quote remains relevant even after Ogogo's death.
A Legacy Beyond the Quote
Ogogo's influence extends far beyond the viral quote. For more than four decades, the Ilaro-born actor built a reputation as one of the most respected figures in Yoruba cinema. He appeared in numerous films and became known for his commanding screen presence, distinctive voice, and memorable interpretation of characters.
The Actors Guild of Nigeria, Lagos chapter, described him as a giant of Nigerian cinema and a mentor to many actors. His death has sparked an outpouring of grief across Nollywood, with veteran actors and sympathizers attending his final rites in Ilaro, Ogun State.
Ogogo died on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at the age of 66 after a battle with stage-four cancer. His family had disclosed his health condition days before his death and appealed for medical assistance.
Source: Pulse.ng
