Henrick Mruma + Eliya Mwantondo - Umenipendelea Lyrics
Lyrics
Vyote nilivyo navyo
Ulivyonipea umenipendelea
Uhai huu neema hii umenipendelea
Sijivuni kwa chochote
Nilichokifanya umenipendelea
Afya hii pumzi hii
Umenipendelea
Vyote nilivyo navyo
Ulivyonipea umenipendelea
Uhai huu neema hii umenipendelea
Sijivuni kwa chochote
Nilichokifanya umenipendelea
Afya hii pumzi hii
Umenipendelea
Umenipendelea(umenipendelea)
Umenipendelea(umenipendelea)
Sio kwa sababu ninafunga sana (umenipendelea)
Sio kwa sababu natoa sana (umenipendelea)
Ningekuwa nimekufa ila neema yako (umenipendelea)
Ningekuwa nimechanganyikiwa ila neema yako (umenipendelea)
Sio kwa akili zangu mimi (umenipendelea)
Ati kwa sababu ya nguvu nilizo nazo (umenipendelea)
Sio kwa sababu ya cheo changu (umenipendelea)
Sio kwa sababu mimi naweza sana (umenipendelea)
Umenipendelea(umenipendelea)
Umenipendelea(umenipendelea)
Wangekuwa wanacheka ninachokifanya ila(umenipendelea)
Wangeona naabika ila neema yako tu(umenipendelea)
Nilikuwa wa kutupwa ila neema yako tu (umenipendelea)
Afya hii pumzi hii (umenipendelea)
Uhai huu neema hii(umenipendelea)
Nilikuwa sifai ila neema yako tu (umenipendelea)
Nilikuwa si kitu ila neema yako (umenipendelea)
Video
Umenipendelea - Henrick Mruma ft. Eliya Mwantondo (Official Live Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
The release of "Umenipendelea" by Henrick Mruma featuring Eliya Mwantondo on December 24, 2024, offers a profound meditation on divine favor and unmerited grace. The song's central message, woven through its honest lyrics, is a testament to the overwhelming truth that all blessings, from life itself and good health to material possessions and personal achievements, are not earned but freely given by God. This understanding is not about boasting in personal merit or religious observance; the artists emphatically state that their blessings are not a result of intense fasting or generous giving, nor are they due to their intellect, strength, status, or capabilities. This powerfully echoes the biblical principle found in Ephesians 2:8-9: "For by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not from yourselves; it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast." The repeated affirmation, "Umenipendelea" (You have favored me), serves as a constant reminder of the source of all good things.
The narrative within "Umenipendelea" delves into a past marked by struggle and perceived worthlessness. The lyrics speak of a time when the singers might have been cast aside or deemed unfit, yet it is precisely in that state that God's grace intervened. This resonates deeply with scriptures like Romans 5:8, which states, "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." The song highlights that even when circumstances were bleak, or when others might have mocked their endeavors, God's unending kindness, his "neema yako" (your grace), was the sustaining force. This perspective shifts the focus from external validation to internal transformation, recognizing that true value and purpose are found in God's loving gaze, not in the fleeting opinions of the world. The repeated declaration that "Uhai huu neema hii" (This life, this grace) is a gift underscores the preciousness of existence itself as a manifestation of God's favor.
This track is a powerful call to humility and gratitude, encouraging listeners to acknowledge that every breath, every provision, and every victory is a direct result of God's benevolent will. It encourages a shift away from self-reliance and toward a complete dependence on the divine. The song’s unwavering focus on God as the ultimate giver transforms it into a spiritual anchor, reminding us that our standing before God is secured not by our performance but by His enduring love. This sentiment is beautifully captured in passages such as 1 John 4:19, "We love because he first loved us," and underscores the idea that our capacity to love and live meaningfully stems from His initial and ongoing favor. "Umenipendelea" is more than just a song; it is a powerful declaration of faith, an anthem of deliverance, and a luminous reminder of the boundless, undeserved love that shapes and sustains every aspect of our lives.