Lyrics
The lyrics for "Riwa Otito (Take The Glory)" by Judikay are as follows:
(Verse)
You swallowed the grave
Yes, You prevailed
Worthy is the Lion
Worthy is the Lamb
Now glorified
Now lifted high
Worthy is the Lion
Worthy is the Lamb
(Chorus)
Riwa Otito
Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Riwa Otito
Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Hallelujah
(Bridge)
Take the glory
Who is worthy?
No one else but You, Jesus
Son of the Living God, take the praise
Hallelujah
Take the glory
Who is worthy?
No one else but You, Jesus
Son of the Living God, take the praise
Hallelujah
(Outro)
Glory to the Lamb of God
Honour to the Lamb of God
Hallelujah
I join the angels to sing
Hallelujah!
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Meaning & Inspiration
Riwa Òtitò centers on the worthiness of Jesus, naming him as both the Lion and the Lamb. Its language of the conquered grave moves quickly into adoration: glory, honor, and praise belong to the Son of the living God. The repeated Yoruba phrase, presented alongside “Take the glory,” gives the song a clear response of worship rather than a request for personal recognition.
The images closely echo Revelation’s vision of the Lamb receiving praise from heaven and earth. They also recall the New Testament declaration that death has been swallowed up in victory. By joining the angels in hallelujah, the closing lines place individual praise within the worship of heaven. The song therefore holds Christ’s victory and Christ’s worthiness together: the risen Savior is praised not merely for gifts received, but for who he is. Its repetition keeps that confession central from the opening lines through the final tribute to the Lamb of God.
Related Scripture
- Revelation 5:12-13 Heaven and earth proclaim the slain Lamb worthy of praise, honor, and glory.
- 1 Corinthians 15:54-57 Paul declares that death has been swallowed up in Christ’s victory.