Lyrics
You are an awesome God (Awesome God)
Mighty God
I give you praise
Awesome God
You are an awesome God (Awesome God)
Mighty God
I give you praise
Awesome God
I give You praise
I give You praise
I give You praise
I give You praise
You are high and lifted up
Awesome God
You are high and lifted up
Awesome God!
(Repeat from the top)
Iya iya ooh iya iya
I give You praise
I give You praise
I give You praise
You are awesome God
(Repeat)
Tout le monde madjunda (Let us dance everybody)
Madjunda (dance), madjunda, madjunda
Ayi madjunda eh, mabina ya yesu we
(Let us dance, Jesus’ dances)
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Meaning & Inspiration
Awesome God is an uncomplicated song of praise that magnifies God as mighty, exalted, and worthy of celebration. Its short phrases allow the main confession to remain clear: God is awesome, and praise is the fitting response. The description of God as high and lifted up brings a biblical image of divine majesty into the center of the song. Repeated declarations of praise then turn that image into sustained worship rather than an abstract statement about Gods greatness.
The later invitation to dance gives the song a communal and distinctly celebratory movement. English, French, and African-language phrases work together to welcome a gathered congregation into the same expression of joy. This combination may recall psalms that call Gods people to praise his greatness with movement and gladness. The lyrics do not depend on a long narrative; their strength lies in repetition, participation, and a direct focus on who God is. Praise becomes both spoken confession and embodied celebration before the exalted Lord.
Related Scripture
- Psalm 145:3 The psalm declares the Lord great and most worthy of praise.
- Isaiah 6:1 Isaiah sees the Lord seated on a throne, high and exalted.
- Psalm 149:3 The psalm calls Gods people to praise his name with dancing and music.