Evelyn Wanjiru - Na Iwe Maombi Lyrics

“Na Iwe Maombi” by Evelyn Wanjiru is a short Swahili worship chant. The title can be read as “let it be a prayer,” and the lines repeat “Na iwe maombi kwako,” which suggests a prayer offered to God, with the phrase “Na iwe na iwe” (let it be) returning between them. The lyric has no verses or story; it is made of this one repeated petition.

That simplicity gives the song a meditative, congregational quality. Repetition lets a gathered group join in without needing a printed page, and the idea of offering prayer to God recalls Psalm 141:2, where prayer rises before the Lord like incense. Philippians 4:6 also invites bringing every request to God with thanksgiving.

The words “let it be” echo Luke 1:38, where Mary answers in surrender. Because the lyrics are minimal, the song’s message is open surrender: the singer offers prayer to God and asks that His will be done.