PaPi Clever & Dorcas - Ump'akanya Yesu Lyrics
Lyrics
Ump'akanya, Yesu, nze nkwegere
Kuko naniriwe mur'iyi si
Ndetse no mu gihe cy'i ntambara
Na bwo Mwami, ujy'ump' amahoro
Ump'akanya, Yesu, nze nkwegere
Kuk'umwijima ukabije mw’isi
Icyo nkeneye n'ukukwegera
Kugira ngo numv'ijambo ryawe
Ump'akanya, Yesu, nze nkwegere
Kuk'umwijima ukabije mw’isi
Icyo nkeneye n'ukukwegera
Kugira ngo numv'ijambo ryawe
Ump'akanya, Yesu, nze nkwegere
Mu bingerageza n'amakuba
Ni wowe buhungiro nizeye
Mu gihe cy'akaga mur'iyi si
Ump'akanya, Yesu, nze nkwegere
Kuk'umwijima ukabije mw’isi
Icyo nkeneye n'ukukwegera
Kugira ngo numv'ijambo ryawe
Ump'akanya, Yesu, nze nkwegere
Kuk'umwijima ukabije mw’isi
Icyo nkeneye n'ukukwegera
Kugira ngo numv'ijambo ryawe
Ump'akanya, Yesu, nze nkwegere
Kuko wanyikorerey'ibyaha
Ndumva nshaka kukubwira byose
Kuko, Mwami, nizeye ko unyumva
Ump'akanya, Yesu, nze nkwegere
Kuk'umwijima ukabije mw’isi
Icyo nkeneye n'ukukwegera
Kugira ngo numv'ijambo ryawe
Ump'akanya, Yesu, nze nkwegere
Kuk'umwijima ukabije mw’isi
Icyo nkeneye n'ukukwegera
Kugira ngo numv'ijambo ryawe
Video
Ump'akanya Yesu 102 Agakiza - Papi Clever & Dorcas - Video lyrics (2021)
Meaning & Inspiration
"Ump'akanya Yesu," released on August 11, 2021, by the gifted duo PaPi Clever & Dorcas, immediately establishes itself as a profound spiritual invocation, a heartfelt prayer set to music that transcends cultural boundaries. The title itself, translating beautifully to "Draw me near, Jesus," encapsulates the entire essence of this powerful Gospel track: an earnest yearning for intimate communion with the divine. It is a song born from the crucible of human experience, giving voice to universal feelings of weariness and the longing for solace found only in the presence of Christ.
The narrative woven through "Ump'akanya Yesu" is deeply personal yet universally relatable. The initial lines confess a profound exhaustion with the world ("Kuko naniriwe mur'iyi si") and a desperate need for peace even in the midst of life's fiercest battles ("Ndetse no mu gihe cy'i ntambara, Na bwo Mwami, ujy'ump' amahoro"). This immediate vulnerability invites an instant connection, mirroring the very sentiment expressed in Matthew 11:28, where Jesus calls out, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." The song's repeated assertion that "darkness is intense in the world" ("Kuk'umwijima ukabije mw'isi") paints a vivid picture of a soul navigating a challenging spiritual landscape, seeking the true light and echoing John 1:5, which states that "The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it." The primary need expressed is simple yet profound: to draw near to Jesus and to hear His word, a testament to the transformative power and guidance found in Scripture, as highlighted in Psalm 119:105, "Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path."
Further deepening its spiritual resonance, the song articulates Jesus as the ultimate sanctuary amidst trials and dangers. Facing "temptations and troubles" and "times of danger in this world," the singer declares, "You are the refuge I trust" ("Ni wowe buhungiro nizeye"). This declaration finds its roots deeply embedded in biblical truths, aligning seamlessly with Psalm 46:1, "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." The lyrics are not merely a statement of belief but an active plea, a persistent knocking on the door of divine grace, affirming a steadfast trust that Jesus is the unwavering anchor in life's storms. This unwavering faith in divine protection and provision is a core message, offering genuine comfort to anyone grappling with adversity.
Perhaps the most poignant aspect of "Ump'akanya Yesu" is the humble acknowledgement of Christ's sacrifice and the confident expectation of His attentiveness. The lines, "Because You carried my sins" ("Kuko wanyikorerey'ibyaha"), serve as a powerful reminder of the atoning work on the cross, a central tenet of Christian faith beautifully articulated in Isaiah 53:4-5 and 1 Peter 2:24. This foundational truth empowers the subsequent expression of open-hearted vulnerability: "I feel I want to tell You everything, because, Lord, I trust that You hear me" ("Ndumva nshaka kukubwira byose, Kuko, Mwami, nizeye ko unyumva"). This belief in an ever-listening, compassionate God is incredibly empowering, encouraging an intimate and unreserved dialogue with the Savior, mirroring the assurance found in 1 John 5:14-15, "If we ask anything according to his will, he hears us." "Ump'akanya Yesu" stands as a potent musical prayer, a vital reminder that in a world often consumed by darkness and despair, the greatest comfort and guidance come from drawing intimately near to Jesus, trusting in His sacrifice, His peace, and His ever-present word. It inspires a proactive seeking of God's presence, not just as an option, but as the essential response to life's profound challenges.