PaPi Clever & Dorcas - Sitasumbuka Lyrics
Lyrics
Sitasumbuka kwa kuwa Mungu ananitunza daima
[I will not be troubled because God always takes care of me]
Anachukuwa mizigo yangu nyakati zote za mwendo.
[Takes my burdens at all times of movement.]
Sijaiona nyingine siku, na jana imetoweka,
[I have not seen another day, and yesterday is gone]
Na leo Mungu anazijuwa hitaji zote ninazo.
[And today God knows all the needs I have.]
Sitasumbuka kwa kuwa Mungu ni baba yangu kabisa.
[I will not be troubled because God is my real father]
Hawezi kunisahau mimi ingawa akijificha.
[He can't forget me even if he hides.]
Sitasumbuka kwa kuwa Mungu anishibisha neema,
[I will not be troubled because God satisfies me with grace]
Anipa yote yanifaayo kwa roho yangu na mwili.
[Gives me all that is good for my soul and body.]
Mauwa yote anayavika, Na ndege wote wa anga
[He clothes all the flowers, And all the birds of the air]
Wanapokea chakula chao pasipo shamba na ghala.
[Receive their food without fields and barns.]
Ninafurahi katika Bwana, Na kama ndege naimba.
[I rejoice in the Lord, And like a bird I sing]
Najuwa kwamba nyakati zote babangu ananitunza.
[I know that my father always takes care of me.]
Video
SITASUMBUKA (SkizaCode 69315505) - PAPI CLEVER & DORCAS Ft MERCI PIANIST : MORNING WORSHIP 162
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on November 25, 2023, as part of the Morning Worship 162 series, "Sitasumbuka" by PaPi Clever & Dorcas, featuring Merci Pianist, arrives as a timely declaration of faith in a world often filled with uncertainty. The title itself, a Swahili phrase meaning "I shall not worry" or "I shall not be troubled," immediately sets the tone and central message of the song. It's not merely a hopeful wish but an affirmative statement of conviction, rooted in the assurance that comes from placing one's trust in a higher power.
The heart of "Sitasumbuka" lies in its exploration of divine peace and the believer's response to life's challenges. It articulates a reliance on God's faithfulness and provision, countering the natural human inclination towards anxiety. The song speaks to the soul's decision to rest in God's care, choosing faith over fear regardless of external circumstances. This message resonates deeply with the biblical admonition found throughout Scripture to cast anxieties upon the Lord, who cares for us, as stated in 1 Peter 5:7, or the teaching in Philippians 4:6 that we should not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present our requests to God.
Musically, the inclusion of Merci Pianist suggests an arrangement that likely leans towards a reflective, worshipful atmosphere, characteristic of a "Morning Worship" context. The piano's often gentle and introspective nature can provide a grounding musical foundation that allows the vocal message of trust and peace to shine through. This instrumental support underpins the song's profound theme, creating an environment conducive to meditation on God's promises. The overall sound serves to reinforce the lyrical content, inviting the listener into a space of calm assurance, echoing the sentiment of Psalm 46:10, "Be still, and know that I am God."
The declaration "Sitasumbuka" is a powerful echo of Christ's own words in the Sermon on the Mount, recorded in Matthew 6:25-34, where He explicitly instructs His followers not to worry about their lives, what they will eat or drink, or about their bodies, what they will wear, pointing to the Father's care for the birds of the air and the lilies of the field. The song encapsulates this profound lesson, transforming it into a personal affirmation of faith. It reminds us that trusting God doesn't mean the absence of problems, but the presence of peace *within* those problems, a peace described in Philippians 4:7 as surpassing all understanding, guarding our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. This song offers a melodic anchor to these timeless truths, encouraging believers to stand firm on the promises of God and declare their freedom from the grip of worry, finding refuge and strength in Him as promised in Psalm 46:1.