Sonnie Badu - Baba Oh Lyrics
Lyrics
I don't know where you are
I know you in the building somewhere
I had a chance to go to, Africa
And, there was a sound
There's a word release called Baba
Which means father
An I heard this young man by the name of Sonnie Badu
Who's absolutely anointed
And he sings something like this
Open the flood gates, in abundance
And cause your rain to fall on me
Open the flood gates, in abundance
And cause your rain to fall on me
We're in your presence let it rain
Oh, your rain (Jesus)
We're in your presence let it rain
Oh, your rain
Let it fall on me (everybody help me say)
Open the flood gates, in abundance
And cause your rain to fall on me
Open the flood gates (come on everybody lift your voice)
In abundance and cause your rain to fall on me
(Baba oh) Baba oh
(Come on everybody just sing it to him)
Let it rain (baba oh)
Let it rain
Let it rain
Let it rain
(Baba oh)
Let it rain
Let it rain
Let it rain
(Baba oh)
Let it rain let it rain
Let it rain let it rain
(Baba oh)
Let it flow
Let it flow let it flow
Let it flow let it flow
Rain on me rain on me
(Baba oh)
Rain on me rain on me
Rain on me rain on me
(Baba oh)
(Come on everybody say open the flood gates)
(Everybody sing)
Open the flood gates, (just you and God) in abundance
(And cause your rain) And cause your rain
To fall on me (to fall on me)
Open the flood gates, in abundance (in abundance)
And cause your rain to fall on me
Say!
(Baba oh) Baba oh
Hey, hey, hey now now
We need some rain
We need some rain
We need it, we need it
Baba oh
Right now, right now, right now right now
Baba oh
Right now, right now not tomorrow right now
Baba oh
Now now now
Baba oh
Now now now
Right now, right now, right now
Baba oh
Right now, right now
Baba oh
*crowd cheering*
America, would you clap your hands
For my new African brother Sonnie Badu
Video
BABA - Sonnie Badu ft. Jonathan Nelson (Official Live Recording)
Meaning & Inspiration
Sonnie Badu's powerful rendition, "Baba Oh," featuring the evocative vocals of Jonathan Nelson, released on December 29, 2016, stands as a profound declaration of God's unmatched greatness and our responsive worship. More than just a song, it's an anthem that resonates with the deep truth of God’s sovereignty, a truth beautifully articulated through its simple yet potent message. The title itself, "Baba Oh," is an affectionate and reverent address to God, signifying a personal and intimate relationship, akin to a child calling out to a beloved father. The song's core message is one of unadulterated adoration and recognition of God as the ultimate creator and sustainer, the "Baba" from whom all blessings flow.
The spiritual undergirding of "Baba Oh" is deeply rooted in Scripture, drawing parallels to the Psalms, where David frequently expresses his overwhelming praise and dependence on God. The repeated exclamations of "Baba Oh" echo the sentiment found in Psalm 103:1-2, which implores the soul to "Bless the Lord, O my soul; And all that is within me, bless His holy name!" It’s an invitation to acknowledge God’s manifold benefits, a theme that pervades the song. The recognition of God’s supreme power and authority as the foundation of this worship is particularly resonant with verses like Isaiah 44:24, where God declares, "I am the Lord, who has made all things, Who alone stretched out the heavens, Who spread out the earth by Myself." This understanding of God as the sole originator and architect of all creation fuels the intense reverence expressed in "Baba Oh."
The beauty of the song lies in its ability to translate this theological truth into a visceral experience of worship. The repetitive, almost chant-like nature of "Baba Oh" isn't simply musical; it’s a spiritual discipline, a way to fix one's gaze solely on God, much like in Matthew 6:33, where Jesus instructs us to "seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness." This single-minded focus on God as the "Baba" is what underpins the entire song. The heartfelt expression of praise is not just an emotional outpouring but a deliberate act of faith, acknowledging Him as the source of all power and love, echoing the sentiment of Romans 11:36, "For of Him and through Him and to Him are all things, to whom be glory forever. Amen." "Baba Oh" invites listeners into this posture of worship, encouraging them to connect with the unchanging character of God and to respond with their own unreserved praise, recognizing Him as the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end of all things.