Mercy Chinwo - Ommeka Nnaya Lyrics
Lyrics
Ohhhhhhhh Ohhhhhhhh
Jesus Ome kannaya
I worship You today
Jesus ome kannaya
I bow before Your throne
Jesus Ome kannaya
I worship You today
Jesus ome kannaya
I bow before Your throne
Nara Nara Nara oh
Nara ekelem jiri bia
Onye di nso
Nara Nara Nara oh
Nara ekelem jiri bia
Onye di nso
Onye di nso
I lift my hands to You
Onye di nso
Cause only You deserve it
Onye di nso
Ihi nemerem ebuka
Chionye di nso
To You I give my all
Men may not understand
How far You've brought me
They may not understand
Men may not understand
How far You've brought me
They may not understand
Jesus Ome kannaya
I worship You today
Jesus ome kannaya
I bow before Your throne
Jesus Ome kannaya
I worship You today
Jesus ome kannaya
I bow before Your throne
Nara Nara Nara oh
Nara ekelem jiri bia
Onye di nso
Nara Nara Nara oh
Nara ekelem jiri bia
Onye di nso
Onye di nso
The doer of all good things
Onye di nso
Inhe ikwuru ga eme
Onye di nso
The only precious lamb of God
Onye di nso
Obata obiye
I can't imagine what I would be without You
Go without You, Can't live without You
I can't imagine what I will be without You
Where I would go without you
Can't live without You o
Jesus, omeka nnaya, obato obiye
Jesus, omeka nnaya, inhe ikwuru ga eme
Men may not understand
How far You've brought me
They may not understand
Men may not understand
How far You've brought me
They may not understand
Oh Jesus
Omeka nnaya eh
Obata obiye
Men may not understand
How far you’ve brought me
They may not understand
(Omeka nnaya eh
Obata obiye
Omeka nnaya eh)
Omeka nnaya eh
Inhe ikwuru ga eme
Jehovah Ekwueme
Omeka nnaya eh
Destiny changer
Wisdom of the wise
The only true God
I don't do with with what i like
Your consistent in all your ways
You are closer than a friend
I worship you
Jesus
Video
Mercy Chinwo - Omekannaya (Remix)
Meaning & Inspiration
Mercy Chinwo's "Omeka Nnaya," released on May 26, 2020, is a powerful declaration of praise and gratitude that resonates deeply with the core tenets of Christian faith. The song’s title itself, translated from Igbo, means "the one who does great things," immediately setting the stage for a testament to God's mighty works. The narrative woven through the lyrics is one of profound personal testimony, acknowledging God’s unwavering faithfulness and transformative power in the singer's life. It speaks to those moments when human understanding falters in the face of divine intervention, echoing the sentiment found in Isaiah 55:8-9: "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the Lord." Chinwo articulates a deep sense of dependence on God, moving beyond mere acknowledgment to a confession of inability to navigate life without His presence, a sentiment that mirrors David's cry in Psalm 27:1, "The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?" The repeated refrain of bowing before God's throne and offering worship underscores the song's central theme of God's supreme sovereignty and deservingness of all adoration.
The lyrical content of "Omeka Nnaya" functions as a spiritual reflection, inviting listeners into a space of introspection and renewed worship. The phrase "Onye di nso," meaning "Holy One," is a direct invocation of God's divine nature, aligning with the scriptural emphasis on God's absolute holiness, as seen in Revelation 4:8, where the seraphim ceaselessly cry, "Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty." Chinwo highlights God as the "doer of all good things" and the "precious lamb of God," drawing parallels to Jesus' sacrificial atonement for sins, a cornerstone of Christian belief as described in John 3:16 and 1 Peter 1:19. The lyrics convey a humility that recognizes human limitations and failures, contrasting them with God’s consistent and unfailing character. The struggle to comprehend how far God has brought the singer, despite human shortcomings, is a relatable expression of God's boundless grace and mercy, a theme abundant throughout Scripture, particularly in passages detailing God's redemptive work in the lives of individuals. This personal testimony serves as encouragement, reminding believers that God’s power is not diminished by human understanding or circumstances. The song’s message is a vibrant affirmation of faith, urging listeners to acknowledge and celebrate God’s greatness in their own lives, and to recognize Him as the ultimate source of strength and salvation.