NNE DI MMA
Solfa Notation • Mothers song, Celebrations
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NNE DI MMA by Emma Orji — Lyrics
About NNE DI MMA
"Nne Di Mma" is a joyful and rhythmic Igbo choral piece that celebrates the irreplaceable value of mothers. Composed by Emma Orji, the song is a staple for Mothering Sunday, Catholic Women Organization (CWO) feast days, and other celebrations honoring women in the church. The title translates to "A Good Mother," and the music immediately sets a festive tone, announcing that the time to celebrate has come.
The lyrics beautifully articulate the precious nature of motherhood, describing a mother as a special gift from God ("onyinye pụrụ iche"). The second verse offers a poignant reminder that a sweet mother cannot be bought in the market, urging everyone to take good care of their mothers. In the final section, the song playfully calls upon all members of society—from young men and women to elders, professors, and doctors—to join in acknowledging the women who gave them life. It is a vibrant, uplifting piece that brings congregations to their feet in gratitude for the gift of mothers.