Tim Godfrey - Iyanu A Sele Lyrics
Lyrics
Iyanu a sele (Amen) Te be rin irin ajo, Iyanu A sele (Amen) Aye o ni ridi yin (Amen) Ota o ni ridi yin (Amen) Owo aye o ni ka yin (Amen)
Owo ota o ni ran yin (Amen) Otin dara tele, ko dara mo, Ko ni de bayin (Amen) Ewe nla yin, ko ni ru wewe (Amen) Oke oke le o ma lo (Amen)
Iyanu A Sele O, Iyanu A Sele O Right Here, Right Now Iyanu A Sele O Iyanu A Sele O, Iyanu A Sele O Right Here, Right Now Iyanu A Sele O
Te be Rin irin Ajo When you come and when you go I Decree and I Declare Iyanu A Sele Aye O ma ni Ridi yin Ota O ma ni Ridi yin I Decree and I Declare Iyanu A Sele O
Na wo Esoke, Na wo Esoke Fi yin Oluwa Logo O (Yin Oluwa Logo O) Yin Oluwa Logo O Loke Loke, Loke Loke La ma ma La Oo
Iyanu A Sele O, Iyanu A Sele O Right Here, Right Now Iyanu A Sele O Iyanu A Sele O, Iyanu A Sele O Right Here, Right Now Iyanu
Iyanu A Sele O, Iyanu A Sele Oba to ni wa, Oba to L ‘agbara Oluso Agutan ti ki sun Olu modi ina yi wa ka Oo Iyanu A Sele O Logan, Oya, k’ Iyanu ma Sele O
Na wo Esoke, Na wo Esoke Fi yin Oluwa Logo O (Oti se, Oti se, Oti se) Yin Oluwa Logo O Loke Loke, Loke Loke La ma ma La Oo
Iyanu A Sele O, Iyanu A Sele O Right Here, Right Now Iyanu A Sele O (I Decree and Declare) Iyanu A Sele O, Iyanu A Sele O Right Here, Right Now Iyanu A Sele
Iyanu A Sele O, Iyanu A Sele O Right Here, Right Now Iyanu A Sele O Iyanu A Sele O, Iyanu A Sele O Right Here, Right Now Iyanu A Sele O
Igbagbo ni Orisun ohun Gbogbo Ti Ahun Bere Isele, Iyanu, Ayo, Ogo, Idunu ore Airotele, Beni Alafia Ohun Oro ti Ki se Baye tin Fun ni O E ni mo tenu mo, ko ri be Iyanu ti Sele
Oti Sele, (Oti Sele) Oti Sele, (Oti Sele) Koma Se O, (Oti Sele) Iyanu ma oro bi’rodo (Oti Sele) Ojo aro Oda, (Oti Sele) Your Miracle Cars (Oti Sele) Your Miracle Children, (Oti Sele)
Iyanu ti Sele O, Iyanu ti Sele O Right Here, Right Now Iyanu ti Sele O Iyanu ti Sele O, Iyanu ti Sele O Right Here, Right Now Iyanu ti Sele O
Iyanu ti Sele O, Iyanu ti Sele O Right Here, Right Now Iyanu ti Sele O Iyanu ti Sele O, Iyanu ti Sele O Right Here, Right Now Iyanu ti Sele O
In the Name That’s Above every other name You will Swim in Wealth (Amen) When you Knock at One Door Three will be Open unto You (Amen)
You’ll be Among the Greatest (Amen) You will be Among the Best (Amen) You will be Among The Most Successful (Amen) Miracles will begin to Happen Through You (Amen) IYANU A SELE (Amen)
Video
Iyanu a Sele (Official Video) - Tim Godfrey, Pastor. E.A Adeboye, Tope Alabi
Meaning & Inspiration
Tim Godfrey’s “Iyanu A Sele,” released on March 19, 2021, as a significant track from his album *Already Won*, immediately establishes itself as a powerful declaration of God’s active presence and intervention. The title itself, a Yoruba phrase meaning "Miracles Will Happen," sets the stage for a song deeply ingrained in the conviction that divine wonders are not distant possibilities but imminent realities for those who believe. Godfrey, with his characteristic energy and spiritual fervor, crafts an anthem that transitions from fervent prayer to triumphant proclamation, urging people to embrace their destiny of breakthrough and blessing.
The core message of "Iyanu A Sele" is an unwavering affirmation of divine protection, elevation, and prosperity. The lyrics declare with authority that worldly obstacles and adversarial forces "Aye o ni ridi yin" and "Ota o ni ridi yin" will not succeed against the believer. This echoes the robust assurance found in Romans 8:31: "If God is for us, who can be against us?" The song also powerfully asserts an upward trajectory for life, stating "Oke oke le o ma lo" (You will go higher and higher), a promise aligning with God’s desire for His children to flourish in every aspect, as expressed in 3 John 1:2: "Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers." This isn't a mere hope but a prophetic decree, designed to build unshakeable confidence in God's faithfulness and His plan for abundant living. The idea that "when you knock at one door, three will be open unto you" further amplifies this, speaking to an overflow of divine favor and opportunity, much like the open doors promised in Revelation 3:8.
A central strength of the song lies in its emphasis on the immediacy and certainty of God’s actions. Repeated declarations of "Right Here, Right Now," alongside the fervent Yoruba phrase "Logan, Oya, k’ Iyanu ma Sele O" (Now, let the miracle happen), serve as potent reminders that God is not bound by time and is eager to manifest His power in the present moment. This resonates deeply with prophetic scriptures like Isaiah 65:24, "Before they call I will answer; while they are still speaking I will hear." This perspective cultivates a faith that expects prompt responses, moving beyond mere patience to active anticipation. Furthermore, the song skillfully weaves in the imperative to "Fi yin Oluwa Logo O" (Give glory to God). This isn't just an afterthought but a foundational element, recognizing that all miracles and blessings are ultimately for God’s praise and honor, inspiring a spirit of worship that precedes and accompanies breakthrough, as seen in numerous Psalms, such as Psalm 34:1.
The profound theological underpinning of "Iyanu A Sele" is crystallized in the line, "Igbagbo ni Orisun ohun Gbogbo Ti Ahun Bere" – faith is the source of all things desired or hoped for. This powerful statement directly aligns with the biblical teaching in Hebrews 11:6, which states that "without faith it is impossible to please Him." It challenges the listener to activate their trust in God's omnipotence as the foundation for experiencing the supernatural. The song then makes a pivotal and deeply spiritual transition, moving from the future-tense "Iyanu A Sele O" (Miracles *will* happen) to the past-tense "Iyanu ti Sele O" (Miracles *have* happened). This shift is not accidental; it embodies the principle of faith found in Mark 11:24: "Whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours." It’s a triumphant declaration of completed work, a prophetic acknowledgment that the desired outcome is already secured in the spiritual realm, fostering a mindset where believers live in the certainty of their manifest miracles.
Godfrey also skillfully portrays God's majestic character and His deep, abiding care for His children. He reveres God as "Oba to ni wa, Oba to L ‘agbara, Oluso Agutan ti ki sun, Olu modi ina yi wa ka Oo" – the King who owns us, the King with power, the Shepherd who never sleeps, and a wall of fire surrounding us. These descriptions are rich with biblical imagery, evoking the ever-watchful care of God, who "will neither slumber nor sleep" (Psalm 121:4), and His protective presence as a "wall of fire" (Zechariah 2:5). Such powerful portrayals reinforce the security and divine backing available to believers, fortifying the faith required for miraculous intervention. Crucially, the song extends beyond personal reception of miracles to an empowering mandate: "Miracles will begin to Happen Through You." This highlights the New Testament truth that believers are not only beneficiaries of God’s power but also channels through whom His miraculous works can flow to others, fulfilling the Great Commission and the signs that accompany those who believe (Mark 16:17-18, Acts 1:8). "Iyanu A Sele" thus transcends being merely a song; it functions as a spiritual catalyst, designed to ignite passionate faith, declare divine intervention, and empower individuals to live in the tangible reality of God’s miraculous presence and purpose in their daily existence.