CHI N'EMERE M

“Chi N'emere M” is a vibrant Igbo song of thanksgiving and testimony, composed by Jude Nnam. The title translates to "The God who does good for me," and the entire piece is built around a joyful, uncontainable gratitude for God's blessings. The refrain sets the tone immediately, declaring that God has done so much good that the singer's mouth cannot fully recount it all. It is a song that naturally invites movement and celebration, making it a beloved choice for Offertory processions or post-Communion thanksgiving when the congregation is invited to reflect on God's generosity.

The verses take the form of a gentle, rhetorical dialogue. They ask the listener to consider who gave them life, who provides their health, who protects them from the snares of the enemy as they go out and come in, and who created the sun, moon, and stars. Each verse concludes with the firm, unifying declaration that it is God the Father who does all these good things.

For a choir, this piece offers a wonderful opportunity to lead the congregation in a shared testimony. The call-and-response feel of the verses, combined with the rhythmic, driving energy of the refrain, creates a sense of communal joy. It is a song that reminds everyone in the pews that every breath, every safe journey, and every moment of health is a gift from a loving Father.