Ara E Dide

"Ara E Dide" is a vibrant Yoruba song of thanksgiving that instantly lifts the spirit of any congregation. The title itself is a call to action, inviting everyone to rise, dance, and share in the joy of what the Lord has done. With its lively rhythm and deeply grateful lyrics, it is a natural choice for the Offertory procession or as a joyful Recessional hymn when the Mass concludes on a high note.

The verses are a personal testimony of God's protection and blessings. The soloist leads the narrative, recounting how God preserves us through every danger ("Ninu ewu gbogbo, O mu mi ye") and crowns our lives with goodness. In response, the choir and congregation join in the infectious chorus, singing "Oluwa mi lo gbe mi ga" to declare that it is the Lord who lifts us high.

Ehimanre Asuelinmen's arrangement captures the traditional folk energy of the melody while giving the choir a solid, rhythmic harmony to anchor the soloist's storytelling. It is the kind of piece that gets the whole church swaying, making it perfect for harvest thanksgivings, feast days, and any celebration where the choir wants to lead the people in genuine, uncontained praise.