Joe Mettle - Nkwagye Kuruwa Lyrics
Lyrics
Dεn na memfa nda Yehowa ase Wo nea ͻyε ma me daa Dεn na memfa nhyε Yehowa anan mu Wo nea ͻyε ma me daa Mε ma me nkwagye kuruwa ne so Na ma bͻ ne din akyerε amansan nyinaa Mehyira ne din, me din na danseε Wo nea ͻyε ma me daa Mε ma me nkwagye kuruwa ne so Na ma bͻ ne din akyerε amansan nyinaa Mehyira ne din, me din na danseε Wo nea ͻyε ma me daa
Dεn na memfa nda Yehowa ase Wo nea ͻyε ma me daa Dεn na memfa nhyε Yehowa anan mu Wo nea ͻyε ma me daa Mε ma me nkwagye kuruwa ne so Na ma bͻ ne din akyerε amansan nyinaa Mehyira ne din, me din na danseε Wo nea ͻyε ma me daa Mε ma me nkwagye kuruwa ne so Na ma bͻ ne din akyerε amansan nyinaa Mehyira ne din, me din na danseε Wo nea ͻyε ma me daa
Dεn na memfa nda Yehowa ase Wo nea ͻyε ma me daa Dεn na memfa nhyε Yehowa anan mu Wo nea ͻyε ma me daa Mε ma me nkwagye kuruwa ne so Na ma bͻ ne din akyerε amansan nyinaa Mehyira ne din, me din na danseε Wo nea ͻyε ma me daa Mε ma me nkwagye kuruwa ne so Na ma bͻ ne din akyerε amansan nyinaa Mehyira ne din, me din na danseε Wo nea ͻyε ma me daa Wo nea ͻyε ma me daa Wo nea ͻyε ma me daa
Mε ma me nkwagye kuruwa ne so Na ma bͻ ne din akyerε amansan nyinaa Mehyira ne din, me din na danseε Wo nea ͻyε ma me daa Mehyira ne din, me din na danseε Wo nea ͻyε ma me daa
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Joe Mettle - Nkwagye Kuruwa (feat. Love Gift) [Music Video]
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on July 23, 2021, as part of his live album, *The Experience: Recorded Live In Ghana*, Joe Mettle's "Nkwagye Kuruwa" stands as a powerful declaration of gratitude and unwavering commitment. This profound worship anthem immediately draws the heart into a posture of reflection, prompting the worshiper to consider the immeasurable goodness of God. It is a song born from a spirit overwhelmed by divine grace, seeking an adequate response to an ever-present benefactor.
The narrative of "Nkwagye Kuruwa" begins with a deeply introspective question: "Dɛn na memfa nda Yehowa ase? Wo nea ɔyɛ ma me daa" – "What shall I use to thank Jehovah? For what He does for me daily." This query isn't one of doubt, but rather of humble astonishment, a testament to the perpetual overflow of God's blessings. It's a universal human experience to feel inadequate in expressing profound gratitude for consistent favor, and Mettle gives voice to this sentiment. The answer, however, is swift and resolute, moving from an inward contemplation to an outward vow of devotion: "Mɛ ma me nkwagye kuruwa ne so, Na ma bɔ ne din akyerɛ amansan nyinaa" – "I will lift up my cup of salvation, And proclaim His name to all the world."
The very core of "Nkwagye Kuruwa" echoes the profound question posed in Psalm 116:12, "What shall I render to the Lord for all his benefits toward me?" Joe Mettle finds his answer in the subsequent verse, a commitment to "lift up the cup of salvation and call on the name of the Lord." This isn't just a casual acknowledgment; it is a sacred vow, a public display of an internal transformation. The "cup of salvation" itself is a potent metaphor, representing the full measure of God's redemptive work – His deliverance, healing, and unending grace freely poured out. To lift this cup is to embrace and celebrate every aspect of this divine rescue, publicly acknowledging the source of one's freedom and hope. It also resonates with Isaiah 12:3-4, which speaks of drawing water with joy from the wells of salvation and making known God's deeds among the peoples.
Beyond personal gratitude, the song propels the believer into a mission field. To "proclaim His name to all the world" transcends individual thankfulness, blossoming into a call to evangelism and active witness. It aligns seamlessly with the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20, urging believers to "go therefore and make disciples of all nations," and the power promised in Acts 1:8, where disciples receive power to be witnesses "to the ends of the earth." The subsequent line, "Mehyira ne din, me din na danseɛ" – "I will bless His name, my life is a witness," powerfully asserts that the singer's very existence, his transformed journey, serves as living proof of God's faithfulness. This personal testimony, lived out daily, becomes a beacon, resonating with Romans 10:9-10, where confessing with one's mouth and believing in one's heart leads to salvation.
The phrase "Wo nea ɔyɛ ma me daa" – "for what He does for me daily" – grounds the song in a tangible, ongoing relationship with the divine. It brings to mind the unwavering truth of Lamentations 3:22-23, reminding us that God's mercies are indeed "new every morning," a constant stream of grace that underpins our very existence. This daily sustenance, protection, and love form the foundation of the singer’s continuous outpouring of praise. It’s a recognition that God’s involvement isn't reserved for grand miracles, but is woven into the fabric of everyday life, making every breath an opportunity for gratitude and every moment a testament to His presence.
"Nkwagye Kuruwa" is more than just a song; it's a profound act of worship, an anthem for the soul deeply touched by grace. It inspires a similar spirit of thanksgiving and boldness in its audience, encouraging them to likewise ponder God's goodness and to articulate their own vows of praise and public proclamation. Joe Mettle delivers a message that is both deeply personal and universally applicable, inviting every individual to lift their own cup of salvation and share the enduring truth of a faithful God with a world in need of hope. Its spiritual depth and scriptural foundation ensure its lasting impact as a song that compels hearts to worship and lives to testify.