Kidum - Pokea Sifa (Uhimidiwe) Lyrics
Lyrics
Oh oh oh, ah ah ah
Oh oh oh, ah ah ah
Nimekuja hapa mbele zako bwana
Kukupee sifa
Ninajua kwamba niko mwenye dhambi
Naomba unisamehe
Utukufu wako hauna kifani
Huruma na upendo wako kwa walimwengu
Hulinganishwi na chochote
Baba wetu
Unapea mvua, wabaya na wazuri
Na mwangaza wa jua kwa wabaya na wazuri
Hubagui baba
Baba Baba pokea sifa, uhimidiwe
Baba Baba pokea sifa, uabudiwe
Watu wengi duniani wamekata tamaa
Wanadhani wakija kwako utawafukuza
Wanasema wewe ni Mungu wa walio wema tu
Wanasema wewe ni Mungu wa matajiri tu
Wanasema wewe ni Mungu wa mataifa yenye nguvu
Lakini
Kumbe wamekosa mwenye kuwapa ukweli
Kumbe hawajui wewe ni mwenye huruma
Kumbe wamekosa mwenye kuwapa ukweli
Kumbe hawajui wewe ni mwenye huruma
Niko hapa kutoa ushuhuda
Na kukupa sifa zako baba
Baba Baba pokea sifa, uhimidiwe
Baba Baba pokea sifa, uabudiwe
Baba Baba pokea sifa, uhimidiwe
Baba Baba pokea sifa, uabudiwe
Kumbe wamekosa mwenye kuwapa ukweli
Kumbe hawajui wewe ni mwenye huruma
Kumbe wamekosa mwenye kuwapa ukweli
Kumbe hawajui wewe ni mwenye huruma
Baba Baba pokea sifa, uhimidiwe
Baba Baba pokea sifa, uabudiwe
Baba Baba pokea sifa, uhimidiwe
Baba Baba pokea sifa, uabudiwe
Video
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Meaning & Inspiration
Kidum’s "Pokea Sifa (Uhimidiwe)", released on October 3, 2021, is far more than a simple musical piece; it serves as a profound spiritual declaration, challenging common misconceptions about divine grace and extending an inclusive invitation to worship. The song immediately establishes a deeply personal connection, opening with the singer approaching God, acknowledging a sinful state, and earnestly seeking forgiveness. This humble confession directly reflects the scriptural truth found in Psalm 51:17, which teaches that "The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise," and underscores the promise in 1 John 1:9 that when we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us.
The narrative quickly expands from personal supplication to a magnificent declaration of God’s supreme attributes. Kidum articulates that God’s "utukufu hauna kifani" (glory has no equal) and praises His boundless mercy and love for all humanity. This echoes the grand rhetorical question posed in Isaiah 40:25: "To whom then will you compare me, that I should be like him?" The song powerfully emphasizes God's impartiality, noting that He provides rain and sunshine to both the "wabaya na wazuri" (bad and good) without discrimination. This imagery is a direct reference to Jesus' teaching in Matthew 5:45, where God "makes his sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the just and on the unjust," firmly establishing God's universal love as a foundational principle of the song's message.
The recurring chorus, "Baba Baba pokea sifa, uhimidiwe" (Father, Father, receive praise, be glorified/worshipped), serves as the song's spiritual anchor, a constant call to direct adoration towards the Almighty. This act of worship is then beautifully woven into a corrective message, addressing prevalent misunderstandings about God's nature. Kidum highlights the despair of many who mistakenly believe God would reject them, or that He is exclusively the God of the "wema tu" (only good), the "matajiri tu" (only rich), or "mataifa yenye nguvu" (powerful nations). This poignant segment directly confronts the exclusive interpretations of faith that often alienate individuals, reinforcing Jesus' own declaration in Luke 5:32: "I have not come to call the righteous but sinners to repentance." It's a powerful rejection of any doctrine that limits God’s embrace, affirming His love for everyone, irrespective of their societal standing or past actions.
Kidum profoundly suggests that these erroneous beliefs stem from a fundamental lack of truth and an ignorance of God's immense compassion. The lines, "Kumbe wamekosa mwenye kuwapa ukweli, Kumbe hawajui wewe ni mwenye huruma" (It turns out they lack someone to give them the truth, It turns out they don't know you are merciful), underline the critical importance of communicating the Gospel accurately. This resonates with the urgency of Romans 10:14-15, which asks how people can believe without hearing, and hear without someone proclaiming the truth. Kidum positions himself as a bearer of this truth, stating, "Niko hapa kutoa ushuhuda" (I am here to give testimony), thereby embodying the biblical call to witness and share the liberating news of God’s grace. His testimony becomes an open invitation for others to release their burdens and find solace in a God whose mercy knows no bounds.
"Pokea Sifa (Uhimidiwe)" ultimately serves not merely as an offering of praise but as a significant teaching moment. It is a gentle yet firm rebuke of narrow religious views and a resounding affirmation of God's character as revealed throughout Scripture—a God of limitless love, profound forgiveness, and absolute impartiality, whose glory is indeed beyond compare. The song’s message, conveyed with deep conviction, transcends cultural barriers, inspiring faith and correcting misconceptions. It encourages all who encounter it to deepen their understanding of God's inclusive nature and to enthusiastically share this truth. This compelling musical offering is a powerful resource for genuine worship, rooted in an accurate and expansive understanding of the divine, guiding people towards a more profound connection with their Creator.