NYAME SUNSUM

"Nyame Sunsum" is a deeply moving choral prayer composed by Newlove Annan. With its gentle, pleading melody, the song calls on the Spirit of God, asking for divine guidance and enduring strength. In choir lofts across the region, this piece is cherished for its soothing harmonies and the sincere devotion carried in its Twi lyrics. The composer dedicates the handwritten score to John Kay Bediako, adding a personal touch of gratitude to the music.

The words ask the Lord to pour down blessings and lead the singer safely along the right path ("kyrɛ me kwan pa"). It is a cry for the grace to serve God without stumbling, making it a wonderful choice for Pentecost Sunday, ordinations, or moments of quiet reflection during Mass. When the choir voices blend on the earnest plea "Gya me faa faa," it naturally invites the congregation into a space of quiet trust and surrender to the Spirit's direction.