Oh Jehovah
Nathaniel Bassey's 'Oh Jehovah' is a worship song that exalts God as the eternal, sovereign Lord. The lyrics, which mix English with phrases in a Nigerian language, repeatedly declare 'Ami nyemenede' (I worship You) and 'Banner mfo K'eyong' (banner over me). The song emphasizes God's attributes as the beginning and end, Lord of hosts, King of kings, and our righteousness. It expresses personal devotion and gratitude, acknowledging God as the reason for singing. The repetitive, meditative structure invites listeners into a posture of praise and surrender, celebrating God's majesty and intimate care.
Oh Jehovah
Ami nyemenede
Oh Jehovah
Ami nyemenede
Oh Jehovah
Ami nyemenede
Banner mfo K'eyong
Oh Jehovah
Ami nyemenede
Oh Jehovah
Ami nyemenede
Oh Jehovah
Ami nyemenede
Banner mfo K'eyong
Oh Jehovah
The beginning and the end
Oh Jehovah
The Lord of host, the King of kings
Oh Jehovah
You are the reason why I sing
Jehovah my righteousness
Oh Jehovah
Ami nyemenede
Oh Jehovah
Ami nyemenede
Oh Jehovah
Ami nyemenede
Banner mfo K'eyong
Oh Jehovah
You are the beginning and the end
Oh Jehovah
Yu are the Lord of host and the King of kings
Oh Jehovah
You are the reason why I sing
You are Jehovah my righteousness
Ami nyemenede
Ami nyemenede
Ami nyemenede
Banner mfo K'eyong