Joel Lwaga - Olodumare Lyrics
Lyrics
Hey papa, Olodumare my one and only
The giver of life equals to none
Hapa, nmesimama 'cause uko na mimi,
You never let me go
Mipaka, yangu umeitanulia mbali
Even sky sio limit kwa hii kibali
Hata, haters wanashangilia kwa ndani
Nmewa-win now
Chorus
Sina kingine mimi najivunia, zaidi yako Baba
Ndo maana niko tuli nmetulia, we hunaga baya
Hata wale wanaonionea husuda, shabaha yao mbaya
Watanpataje mwamba umenifunika
bure wata-tire
'cause I know that (you got me, 'way you got me(Oohhh)
You got me, 'way you got me, Baba,
You got me, 'way you got me,
That's why I'm never never never falling down)× 2
N'kiteleza baba unaniinua, Hujanitupa wala hujanijutia.
Kama ni toba zimejaa gunia,hapa ni kwamba tu umenihurumia.
Ningekulipa nini kama ungetaka, nilipe jema moja moja.
Maana hata hii pumzi nnayoivuta, hakuna dola ingetosha.
Sina kingine mimi najivunia, zaidi yako Baba
Ndo maana niko tuli nmetulia, we hunaga baya
Hata wale wanaonionea husuda, shabaha yao mbaya
Watanpataje mwamba umenifunika
bure wata-tire
'cause I know that (you got me, 'way you got me(Oohhh)
You got me, 'way you got me, Baba,
You got me, 'way you got me,
That's why I'm never never never falling down)
(repeat *3)
Never never never falling down
Forever Hosanna ×2
That's why I am never never never falling down
Video
Joel Lwaga - Olodumare (Official Lyric Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Joel Lwaga’s "Olodumare," released on May 1st, 2025, as part of the album *The Sounds of Dar es Salaam (DJ Mix)*, emerges as a powerful declaration of divine sovereignty and unwavering faith, resonating deeply with themes central to Christian belief. The song’s title itself, “Olodumare,” a Yoruba term for the Supreme Being, immediately establishes its spiritual foundation, pointing to the Almighty God as the ultimate source of all existence and authority. This aligns directly with the foundational truth of Scripture, as seen in Genesis 1:1, "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth," underscoring that all creation finds its origin and purpose in Him. The core message of "Olodumare" is one of profound trust and reliance on God’s omnipotence, recognizing Him as the sustainer of life and the ultimate orchestrator of all events. This is beautifully echoed in passages such as Psalm 24:1, which states, "The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it," a declaration that God’s dominion is absolute and all-encompassing. Lwaga’s rendition speaks to the human experience of navigating life’s complexities, finding solace and strength in the unchanging character of God, a concept powerfully articulated in Hebrews 13:8: "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." The song’s essence is a testament to living a life that honors this divine authority, acknowledging God’s hand in every season, whether in times of joy or trial. This perspective mirrors the encouragement found in Proverbs 3:5-6, which urges believers to "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." Through its powerful invocation of the divine name and its unyielding affirmation of God's supreme power, "Olodumare" serves as an inspiring reminder of the profound peace and direction that comes from surrendering one's life to the one true God, the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end.