CHIZARA M.

"Chizara M." is a vibrant Igbo thanksgiving song composed by Jude Nnam, widely sung in Nigerian Catholic parishes. The title translates to "My God answered me," and the entire piece radiates the joy of a believer whose prayers have been heard. It opens with a reflective question—asking what one could possibly use to thank God—before bursting into a lively, rhythmic celebration of divine goodness.

In the choir loft, this piece truly comes alive during the Offertory or Thanksgiving procession. The call to bring out the "ogene" (a traditional Igbo metal gong) and carry diverse gifts to the altar ("Butenu onyinye dị iche iche") makes it perfect for those moments when the congregation dances forward with their offerings. The verses speak to the human experience, acknowledging times when the waves of the world toss us around, yet ultimately returning to the comforting truth that God listens and accepts the gifts given from the heart.