Ada Ehi - Onyedikagi Lyrics
Lyrics
[Verse 1]
Eledumare, Arugbo Ojo
Onyedikagi, Onyedikagi
Eledumare, Arugbo Ojo
Onyedikagi, Onyedikagi
[Verse 1 – Translation]
King of the Universe
Ancient of days
Who is like You, Who is like You
[Chorus]
Onye Eh, Onyedikagi
Arugbo Ojo, Onyedikagi
Onye Eh, Onyedikagi
Arugbo Ojo, Onyedikagi
[Chorus – Translation]
Who, Who is Like You
Ancient of days
Who is like You, Who is like You
[Verse 2]
Your name is Holy, ‘ur name is Mighty
Your name is Powerful
You can do all things
There’s no one before You
No one Above you
The Rock on which I Stand
You Rule in all the Earth
Great and Mighty King
You can do all things
[Verse 3]
Chinenye Ndu Eh
Chinenye Nwa Eh, Chika dibia Eh
Odighi Onyedikagi
Ibu Chukwu naza Ekpere
Olisa Kere Uwa
Odigi Onyedikagi
N’eluwa, N’eligwe, Odigi Onyedikagi
[Verse 3 – Translation]
The God that Giveth Life
Giver of Children
Greater than native Doctors
There is no One like You
You are the God that Answers Prayers
Creator of the Universe
There is no One like You
In Heaven and Earth
There is no One like You
[Chorus]
Onye Eh, (Onye, onye, onye)
Onyedikagi (Onyedikagi)
Arugbo Ojo, Onyedikagi
Onye Eh, (Onye, onye, onye)
Onyedikagi (Onyedikagi
Jesus), Arugbo Ojo
(Sovereign Father) Onyedikagi
Onye Eh, (You are True,
Yes you are the Truth Oh) Onyedikagi
(All things are from you, Lord
All things are to you)
Arugbo Ojo, Onyedikagi
(The Heavens Declare) Onye Eh,
(Onye, the earth Declares)
Onyedikagi (Nobody like you)
Arugbo Ojo, Onyedikagi
Onye Eh, Onyedikagi
Arugbo Ojo, Onyedikagi
Onye Eh, Onyedikagi
Arugbo Ojo, Onyedikagi
Video
Mercy Chinwo - Onyedikagi feat. Glowrie
Meaning & Inspiration
Ada Ehi's powerful anthem "Onyedikagi" stands as a profound declaration of God's incomparable majesty, a song that resonates deeply with its message of divine uniqueness and omnipotence. The title itself, "Onyedikagi," a phrase from the Igbo language, directly translates to "Who is like You," immediately setting the stage for a theological exploration of God's singular glory. While the lyrics are presented as a sole work by Ada Ehi, it's important to note that the song is also widely recognized and celebrated through a notable collaboration with Mercy Chinwo and Glowrie, released on April 23, 2021. Regardless of the specific artist rendition, the core message remains an unwavering testament to the Creator's unparalleled nature.
The heart of "Onyedikagi" lies in its relentless affirmation of God's supreme position, a theme deeply rooted in Scripture. The opening verses, referring to God as "Eledumare" and "Arugbo Ojo," evoke the titles "King of the Universe" and "Ancient of Days." These are not mere descriptors but profound theological acknowledgments of God's eternal sovereignty and His role as the ultimate authority. The repetition of "Onyedikagi" throughout the song serves as a powerful refrain, echoing the sentiment found in Isaiah 40:25, where God challenges, "To whom then will you liken me, that I should be compared to him?" The song consistently refutes any possibility of comparison, emphasizing that no earthly power, wisdom, or entity can stand alongside the Almighty. This unwavering focus on God's distinctiveness is further amplified in Verse 2, which lists attributes such as "Holy," "Mighty," and "Powerful," culminating in the declaration, "You can do all things." This echoes the words of Jesus in Matthew 19:26, "With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible." The song systematically dismantles any notion of limitation for the divine, affirming God as the bedrock of existence, the "Rock on which I Stand," a biblical metaphor for steadfastness and security, as seen in Deuteronomy 32:4.
Verse 3 delves even deeper, introducing Igbo phrases like "Chinenye Ndu Eh" and "Chinenye Nwa Eh," meaning "The God that giveth Life" and "Giver of Children." These lines connect directly to the biblical understanding of God as the source of all life and fruitfulness, a concept central to the narratives of creation and His blessings upon His people, as detailed in Genesis 1:1 and Psalm 127:3. The assertion "Chika dibia Eh," meaning "Greater than native doctors," along with "Ibu Chukwu naza Ekpere" ("You are the God that Answers Prayers") and "Olisa Kere Uwa" ("Creator of the Universe"), consolidates the song's central message: God's power and ability surpass any human understanding or earthly intervention. This aligns perfectly with Jeremiah 32:27, "Behold, I am the Lord, the God of all flesh. Is anything too hard for me?" The phrase "Odighi Onyedikagi" and its variations, "N’eluwa, N’eligwe, Odigi Onyedikagi" ("In Heaven and Earth, There is no One like You"), serve as the ultimate conclusion, reinforcing the unique, inimitable, and all-encompassing nature of the Divine, a truth reverberating through countless psalms and prophetic declarations. The repeated interjections and affirmations in the chorus, while adding layers of personal testimony, reinforce the core declaration, transforming the song into a communal exultation and a deeply personal surrender to God's unmatched glory and power.