Rehema Simfukwe - Be Lifted Lyrics

Lyrics

Yesu twakuinua juu
inua juu
uinuliwe ee

uinuliwe
uinuliwe
uinuliwe
uinuliwe
twakuinua juu
uinuliwe
uinuliwe
uinuliwe

Jesus we lift your name on high
your name on high
be lifted high
Jesus we lift your name on high
your name on high
be lifted high
Jesus we lift your name on high
your name on high
be lifted high

Jesus be lifted high
be lifted high
be lifted high
be lifted high
we lift you high
be lifted high
be lifted high
be lifted high in all the earth
be lifted high on the earth
be lifted high
be lifted high
be lifted high
ooh ohh
be lifted high
be lifted high
be lifted high
be lifted high on the earth

ooh ooh ooh
ooh ooh ooh
ooh ooh ooh
ooh ooh ooh
ooh ooh ooh
ooh ooh ooh

we lift you high
we lift you high
we lift you high on the earth
Jesus we lift up your Name

Video

Rehema Simfukwe - Be Lifted (Live Studio Session)

Meaning & Inspiration

Rehema Simfukwe’s "Be Lifted," released on June 28, 2022, is a powerful declaration of worship that transcends language barriers to echo a singular, profound truth: the exaltation of Jesus. The song, presented in a live studio session, immediately immerses the listener in an atmosphere of unadulterated adoration. Its core message is built upon the repeated, fervent proclamation found in both Swahili ("Yesu twakuinua juu") and English ("Jesus we lift your name on high"), which translates to a direct and unwavering act of raising Christ above all. This isn't merely a lyrical repetition; it’s a sonic embodiment of the act of worship itself, drawing listeners into a collective experience of exalting the Savior. The beauty of "Be Lifted" lies in its simplicity and its profound theological grounding. The central theme is directly aligned with numerous scriptural mandates to praise and glorify God. Consider passages like Psalm 145:1, which declares, "I will exalt you, my God and King, and praise your name forever and ever," and Hebrews 13:15, urging believers to "offer a sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name." The song’s persistent call to lift Jesus’ name on high resonates with the very heart of Christian devotion, emphasizing His supreme authority and worthiness. Furthermore, the phrase "be lifted high in all the earth" speaks to the universal scope of God’s reign and the hope that His name will be acknowledged and revered by all nations, as prophesied in passages like Isaiah 11:9: "The earth will be filled with the knowledge of the Lord as the waters cover the sea." The song’s structure, with its gradual build and the eventual outpouring of "oohs" and "aahs," mirrors the escalating joy and surrender that true worship engenders. It’s an invitation not just to sing, but to participate in an active lifting, a spiritual ascension of Jesus’ name in every aspect of life. This isn't just a song about lifting; it's a song that *lifts* the spirit, directing all attention and affection towards the one who deserves ultimate honor and glory, making it a deeply inspiring piece for anyone seeking to deepen their connection with the divine.