What are the lyrics of E JE KA JO YO by David Aina?

“E JE KA JO YO” begins: Ẹ jẹ ka jọ yọ ka fi jo si o,… Read the full lyrics on ChoirPDFs.

Who composed E JE KA JO YO?

E JE KA JO YO was composed by David Aina.

What language is E JE KA JO YO sung in?

E JE KA JO YO is sung in Yoruba, English.

E JE KA JO YO by David Aina — Lyrics & Sheet Music (PDF)

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Added Sep 29, 2025

Composer: David Aina

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Format: Solfa

Language: Yoruba, English

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E JE KA JO YO by David Aina — Lyrics

CHORUS Ẹ jẹ ka jọ yọ ka fi jo si o, A bi Olugbala kan fun wa, Ẹ yin O ni gbogbo ẹ ho ẹ yọ A bi Jesu, Olugbala. CHORUS (English) Let us now rejoice and hail this great morn; For the world a mighty Saviour's born; Glorious King, for ever be Thou adored, Holy Jesus, redeemer Lord! REFRAIN A wa ki O, a wa ki Ọba mimọ, A wa juba fun O, Ọba Ogo, Ẹ yin O ni gbagbọ ẹ ho ẹ yọ A bi Jesu, Olugbala. REFRAIN (English) We salute Thee new born, holy King! Pray, accept the loyal tribute we bring; Glorious King for ever be Thou adored Blessed Jesus, our Saviour Lord!

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About E JE KA JO YO

"E Je Ka Jo Yo" is a lively Yoruba Christmas carol that brings the pure joy of the Nativity straight into the choir loft. Written by David Aina and edited with English lyrics by Eng Ekuwem, the piece is set to a bright highlife tempo with syncopation, making it impossible to sing without a gentle sway. It calls the congregation to rejoice and hail the newborn King, capturing the festive spirit of a Nigerian Christmas morning.

The arrangement is structured to keep the momentum going, moving from a vibrant unison chorus into a rhythmic refrain. The verses highlight different aspects of the Christmas story, from the prophetic titles of Christ—the Prince of Peace with the government on His shoulders—to the journey of the three wise men following the shining star.

Choirs love this piece for its bilingual flexibility, allowing them to sing the joyful tidings in both Yoruba and English. It shines during a Christmas day Mass or a festive carol service, where its upbeat rhythm and triumphant message naturally lift the hearts of everyone in the pews.