Kwako Bwana zinatoka sifa zangu by kwaya ya Mt. Yosefu Dar es Salaam: A Song Review
Kwako Bwana zinatoka sifa zangu (To You, Lord, come my praises) is a Swahili song composed by John Mgandu and performed by the choir of St. Joseph Cathedral in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The song is based on Psalm 22, which is a song of thanksgiving and praise to God for his deliverance and salvation. The song is part of the Eucharistic liturgy, which is the central act of worship in the Catholic Church.
The song begins with a solo voice singing the first line of the chorus in Zulu, followed by the rest of the choir joining in Swahili. The chorus repeats four times, with each line ending with the phrase "sifa zangu" (my praises). The chorus expresses the main theme of the song, which is to give glory and honor to God for all that he has done. The chorus also sets the tone of joy and gratitude that pervades the song.
The song then continues with four verses, each consisting of two lines that rhyme. The verses describe the various aspects of God's goodness and mercy, such as his presence, power, grace, hope, love, and life. The verses also refer to the different ways that God's people respond to his gifts, such as by offering vows, seeking him, praising him, remembering him, returning to him, worshipping him, proclaiming him, and living in him. The verses are interspersed with the chorus, creating a contrast between the solo and the group voices.
The song ends with a bridge that affirms God's sovereignty and lordship over all creation. The bridge repeats the phrase "wewe ni" (you are) four times, followed by four titles of God: "kila kitu" (everything), "sababu yangu" (my reason), "yote kwangu" (my all), and "Bwana wangu" (my Lord). The bridge then leads to a final chorus that fades out gradually.
The song is a testimony of the choir's faith and experience as Catholics in Tanzania. They acknowledge that everything they have comes from God, and that without him they would have nothing. They also recognize that God has given them more than they deserve, and that he has saved them from sin and death through his Son Jesus Christ. They express their love and devotion to God, and their desire to serve him with their gifts and talents.
The song is also an invitation to listeners to join them in their gratitude and praise to God. They want to inspire others to reflect on what God has done for them, and how he has changed their lives. They want to remind others that God is the source of everything good, and that he is worthy of all honor and glory. They want to encourage others to live for him, and to share his love with others.
The song is a masterpiece of musical artistry and spiritual expression. It showcases the choir's vocal skills and harmonies, as well as their cultural identity and diversity. It also conveys their theological beliefs and values, as well as their personal stories and emotions. It is a song that can touch anyone's heart and soul, regardless of their background or beliefs. It is a song that can bring joy, peace, and hope to anyone who listens to it.
LISTEN BELOW!!Artist: Kwaya ya Mt. Yosefu Dar es SalaamSong: Kwako Bwana Zinatoka Sifa Zangu |
Kwako Bwana Zinatoka Sifa Zangu Lyrics |
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[A] Chorus:Kwako Bwana zinatoka sifa zangu (sifa zangu) x 4 Katika katika kusanyiko katika kusanyiko kubwa Aleluya aleluya aleluya [A x2] |
Verse [1]Nitaziondoa nadhiri zangu, Mbele ya wamchao x 2 Wapole watakula na kushiba, Wamtafutao Bwana wataamsifu |
[A] Chorus:Kwako Bwana zinatoka sifa zangu (sifa zangu) x 4 Katika katika kusanyiko katika kusanyiko kubwa Aleluya aleluya aleluya [A x2] |
Verse [2]Miisho yote ya dunia itakumbukwa Na watu watamrejea Bwana x 2 Jamaa zote za mataifa watamsujudia, Wakwasi wote wa dunia watakula na kusujudu |
[A] Chorus:Kwako Bwana zinatoka sifa zangu (sifa zangu) x 4 Katika katika kusanyiko katika kusanyiko kubwa Aleluya aleluya aleluya [A x2] |
Verse [3]Zitasimuliwa habari za Bwana kwa kizazi kitakachokuja x 2 Nao watawahubiri watakaozaliwa haki yake Ya kwamba ndiye aliyefanya ndiye aliyefanya |
[A] Chorus:Kwako Bwana zinatoka sifa zangu (sifa zangu) x 4 Katika katika kusanyiko katika kusanyiko kubwa Aleluya aleluya aleluya [A x2] |
