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JESU OVIE by Benedict Okoekhian & Voke Nyorhie — Lyrics & Sheet Music (PDF)

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Composer: Benedict Okoekhian & Voke Nyorhie

Uploaded By: Choir PDFs

Format: Staff & Solfa

Language: Urhobo

Pages: 6 pages

JESU OVIE by Benedict Okoekhian & Voke Nyorhie — Lyrics

[CHORUS] Jesu Ovie Jesu Kriti Ovie Jesu Kristi Ovie. Ovie r'a vwa re. O kidi' oborhe r'Oghene r'O se na Ohwo ovo ovose ki di'e kete na J'o kpa ne vwe Omo r'Oghene Jesu Kristi Ovie Ovie ra vwa re [VERSE 1] Oche r'avware vwo imuemu Ona rue don r'a vwa re Avware se Jumue mu y'o si vwiavwa re [VERSE 2] Ewen ravware she n ya'akpo Oda k'a vwa re O djuvwu O ye w'e gba Eejobi K' ugbe u rin [INTERLUDE] Ewe, Ewe [VERSE 3] O kidi'Obore r'Oghene ene r'Ose na r'o o fue vun da ta ne O tio ye na gbe ja' vwa re Eg'Oghene vwe ghe ne fa

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About JESU OVIE

"Jesu Ovie" is a vibrant Urhobo anthem that translates to "Jesus is King." The piece opens with a slow, majestic Largo declaration of Christ’s kingship before breaking into a lively, rhythmic celebration. For Nigerian choirs, this song is a joyful expression of faith, perfectly suited for the Feast of Christ the King or as a rousing recessional hymn that sends the congregation forth in high spirits.

The lyrics center on the absolute sovereignty of God, acknowledging that there is no one else to compare to the Son of God. As the verses progress, the choir sings of bringing all their burdens, joys, and earthly struggles to Jesus, trusting in His ultimate authority. The dynamic shifts between the solemn opening, the energetic verses, and the independent voice entries give the choir loft a chance to truly lead the church in both reverence and exuberant praise.