NTOKOZO MBAMBO & NATHANIEL BASSEY – MUKABONGWE
What a powerful declaration! The lyrics are like a heartfelt worship, acknowledging God’s greatness and might. “My king, ruler of everything” sets the tone for a song that’s all about surrender and adoration.
The repetition of “We bow and worship you only” is like a unified cry from the heart, recognizing God’s sovereignty. And “Oh God, great, strong and mighty Be glorified” is like a call to lift up God’s name, to make Him known.
The incorporation of “Makabongwe” (which means “Praise Him” in some African languages) and other local phrases adds a beautiful cultural touch, making the worship more vibrant and inclusive. It’s like the song’s bridging cultures, uniting people in praise.
MUKABONGWE LYRICS
My king, ruler of everything
We bow and worship you only
Oh God, great, strong and mighty
Be glorified
My king, ruler of everything
We bow and worship you only
Oh God, great, strong and mighty
Be glorified
Makabongwe, Makabongwe
Hallelujah, Makabongwe
Makabongwe, Makabongwe
Hallelujah, Makabongwe
My king
My king, ruler of everything
We bow
We bow and worship you only
Oh God
Oh God, great, strong and mighty
Be glorified
You are my King
My king
You’re the ruler of everything
Ruler of everything
That’s why we bow
We bow and worship you only
Oh God
Oh God, great, strong and mighty
Be glorified
Makabongwe, Makabongwe
Hallelujah, Makabongwe
Makabongwe
Makabongwe, Makabongwe
Hallelujah, Makabongwe
Hallelujah, Makabongwe
Yebo Makabongwe
Makabongwe
Nguye yedwa ofanelwe udumo
Makabongwe
Hallelujah, Makabongwe
Uyinkosi ephakeme
Makabongwe
Sithi makabongwe
Makabongwe
Hallelujah, Makabongwe
Hallelujah, Makabongwe
Mbongeni zizwe zonke
Makabongwe
Ufanelwe izibongo
Makabongwe
Hallelujah, Hallelujah
Hallelujah, Makabongwe
Makabongwe, Makabongwe
Hallelujah, Makabongwe
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