What are the lyrics of K'anyi Je Tobe Nna by Okoli Kingsley I?

“K'anyi Je Tobe Nna” begins: [CHORUS]… Read the full lyrics on ChoirPDFs.

Who composed K'anyi Je Tobe Nna?

K'anyi Je Tobe Nna was composed by Okoli Kingsley I.

What language is K'anyi Je Tobe Nna sung in?

K'anyi Je Tobe Nna is sung in Igbo.

K'anyi Je Tobe Nna by Okoli Kingsley I — Lyrics & Sheet Music (PDF)

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Composer: Okoli Kingsley I

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Language: Igbo

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K'anyi Je Tobe Nna by Okoli Kingsley I — Lyrics

[CHORUS] K'anyi je n'ulo Chukwu, N'ihu altar to ya. K'anyi je n'ulo Chukwu, K'anyi je to ya n'ih'na n'o bu odo ya. Chetakwa n'o bu Chukwu kere'ligwe nu wa, N'o bu Chukwu okike okere mu na gi. Bia wa nu k'anyi je to ya n'oruru ya, Bia nu k'anyi je to ya n'oruru ya. [VERSE 1] I ma na taa b'ubochi Chukwu desara anyi e, K'anyi fewe ya, ma ja ya mma.

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About K'anyi Je Tobe Nna

"K'anyi Je Tobe Nna" (Let us go and praise the Father) is a vibrant and joyful Igbo call to worship, perfectly suited for the Entrance or Offertory procession. Composed by Okoli Kingsley I., the piece invites the congregation to gather in God's house and lift their voices in thanksgiving. The refrain serves as a powerful reminder of God's role as the Creator of heaven and earth, urging everyone to come forward and offer the praise that He truly deserves.

The arrangement brings a wonderful energy to the choir loft, especially in its creative use of vocal parts. While the first verse is led by the sopranos and altos before handing over to the tenors and basses, the second verse shifts the spotlight entirely. Here, the bass section takes the main melody, while the upper voices provide a rhythmic, repeating ostinato accompaniment. This dynamic shift builds a driving, celebratory momentum that carries the procession forward, making it a deeply engaging piece for both the choir and the faithful.