Willy Paul - Hukuniacha Lyrics
Lyrics
Willy willy
Willy paul
Ahh ehhh ahh ahh
Ulisema sitolia maulana ehh
We mpenzi wa mine
Mi mpenzi wa yours ehhh
Sio me nikimpenda mwingine mee
Nikama chezo alikupenda wewe
Sio me nimtafuta mwingine
Nikama chezo alikutafuta wewe
Sio me nikimpenda mimi
Nasio me nikimtafuta aya ayii ayaa
Nilusu nikwite mpenzi
Uliza baba tisho nijitie kitanzi?
Oya kwangu ulinipa bure ehh
Na mpenzi ah mpenzi ahh ahh
Na mpenzi ah mpenzi ah ahh
Video
WILLY PAUL MSAFI - HUKUNIACHA (Official Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Willy Paul's "Hukuniacha," released as a single on August 11, 2019, is a raw and powerful outpouring of emotion that speaks directly to the human experience of abandonment and the desperate longing for divine presence. The song's title itself, meaning "You did not leave me," is a poignant assertion, hinting at a journey through trials where the singer felt forsaken, yet ultimately found solace in the unwavering faithfulness of God. The lyrics paint a picture of a deep, almost relational connection with the Almighty, a plea born from the feeling of being overlooked or forgotten. Willy Paul wrestles with the concept of losing someone precious, comparing his human relationships to the steadfastness he attributes to God's love. He questions the very idea of seeking comfort or affection elsewhere when the source of true belonging has been constant. This search for assurance echoes the Psalmist's cry in Psalm 13:1, "How long, LORD? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me?" The artist’s lament, "Would you let me hang myself?" is a stark representation of despair, a testament to the depths of human anguish when feeling utterly alone. Yet, within this vulnerability lies a profound recognition of grace. The line, "You gave me freely," speaks to a divine generosity, a gift of life and love that is unearned and unconditional, much like the salvation offered through Christ. This resonates with Ephesians 2:8-9, which states, "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast." The song's progression moves from a place of questioning and pain towards an affirmation of God’s enduring love. It’s a reminder that even in our darkest hours, when we feel most abandoned, God's promise remains: "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you" (Hebrews 13:5). "Hukuniacha" serves as an anthem for anyone who has grappled with feelings of being forsaken, encouraging them to hold onto the unwavering truth that in Christ, they are never truly alone.