Praising God in one’s tongue is one of the most beautiful things one can engage in. Not only does it facilitate a network of emotions, lyrical depth, and beautiful expression that may not be possible with a foreign language. In fact, most worship leaders like to sing Indigenous songs because it helps spark the audience’s interest and evoke the perfect atmosphere for collective worship. In this post, we looked into the Igbo culture and came up with a list of classic worship songs you should add to your favourites.
Consider the list below.
List of Classic Igbo Worship Songs
1. Imela
Since its release in 2012, Imela has been popular among Nigerian Christians. Though the song is mostly in English, it has a strong Igbo flavour that one cannot resist. Imela’s chorus bas powerful lyrics that translate to “thank you” in English.
Imela! Imela!
Okaka, Onyekeruwa
Imela! Imela! Eze m Oh
2. Ekwueme
Ekwueme by Prospa Ochimana featuring Osinachi has a powerful chorus which is independently sung during worship sessions. Though simple, the lyrics are flavoured with some Igbo words that speak to the existence of God, His unfettered love, and Lordship over everything.
Onye nwe anyi ezitewo
Ndi mmoziya ka ha nonyere anyi You are the living God o Eze no one like you Ekwueme ekwueme Ekwueme ekwueme You are the living God o Eze no one like you3. Agam e Soro
This song speaks to how nature joins the sons of men in praising God. A melodious tune, Agam e Soro melts the hearts of worshippers and builds a tempo of seamless gratitude.
4. Chineke N’ke Igwe
Chineke n’ke igwe
Onye di Ka gi
Onye na bia ozo
Onye di Ka gi
Chineke n’ke igwe
Onye di Ka gi
Onye n’agwo oria
Onye di Ka gi
Chineke n’ke igwe
Onye di Ka gi
Onye neme nma
Onye di Ka gi
5. Aka Jehovah/Omewo Ya
Another important song of worship on this list is Aka Jehovah/Omewo Yah which expresses gratitude for divine provision. It is beautiful to see that God identifies our needs and grant out heart desires. If you agree to this, then the song is a good means to worshipping God.
Aka aka ya
Aka Jehovah na’eme mma
Olu ebube ya
Nke na eruari na’ebem no
Isi iyi nke ndu
Nke na dighi ata’ta
Aka aka ya
Aka jehovah na’eme mma
Omewo ya
Jehovah Jireh Omewo ya
Alpha n′ Omega Omewo ya
Omere ya n’oge ya
6. Bu Chukwu Onye Di Mma
Ibu chukwu onye dinma
ibu chukwu onye dike
ibu alpha na omega mo
onye nbulu onye ikpeazu
nmalite na ogugwu
ya kam ji na si na e bu chi mo
eh, idi ebube idi omimi
ibu alpha na omega mo
onye nbulu onye ikpeazu
nmalite na ogugwu
ya kam ji na si na e bu chi mo
7. Onye Di Ka Gi
The central message of this medley is that God is ever faithful, dependable and worth trusting. This remains a classic tune as it exalts Christ above everything.
E di nma n’otutu
E di nma n’ehihe
E kwesiri ntukwasi obi
Chineke O dighi onye di ka gi
Onye di ka gi x3
Chineke O dighi onye di ka gi
8. Ebube
Ebube deserves a spot on this list of classic Igbo worship songs because it echoes the goodness of God. This testimony reverberates through the runtime of the melody as His goodness is enough reason to worship Him.
Mmadụ niile na asị ebube
Ebube Jehovah mara mma
Mmadụ niile na asi ebube
Ebube Jehovah mara mma
SEE ALSO: Top Classic Yoruba Worship Songs To Praise God
Conclusion
Though worshipping God in any language is fine, many prefer to express their gratitude through indigenous songs, such as the Igbo praise and worship songs. One of the reasons is that they feel more connected to God when they speak in the language they best understand. Needless to say, it symbolises that God does not discriminate against tribes and tongues.