ONYE NGOZI

"Onye Ngozi" is a vibrant, joyful thanksgiving song that captures the overflowing gratitude of a heart touched by God's goodness. Andrew Chukwu’s composition paints a picture of divine blessings falling like rain, filling the singer with so much joy that they are left wondering how best to express their thanks. Written with a specific dedication in mind, the piece plays beautifully on the idea of being a blessed person.

The lyrics take a wonderfully relatable and uniquely Nigerian turn as the singer ponders which language to use for their praise. Should it be Hausa, Yoruba, or Igbo? Even speaking big grammar ("supiri, supiri") wouldn't be enough to capture the depth of their gratitude. In a charmingly modern twist, the singer playfully declares they will use their phone to call the Almighty in heaven just to say thank you, before breaking into a multilingual chorus of praise that unites "Mun gode Allah," "Baba, ẹ ṣe o," and "Daalụ Chineke."

This piece is an absolute delight for the choir loft, especially during the Offertory, harvest thanksgivings, or any major celebration where the congregation comes forward to dance. Its lively tempo and polyphonic arrangement give every voice part a chance to shine, creating a festive atmosphere that naturally invites the whole church to join in the celebration of God's countless blessings.