For this week, I’ve chosen to do a cover of the powerful song "My Lover" by Mercy Chinwo. This song deeply resonates with me because it reminds me of my passionate love for God and my desire to grow even closer to Him. Through its heartfelt lyrics, I reflect on how much I long to know God more, to worship Him more, and to walk in His will every single day.

"My Lover" is also a testimony of God's overwhelming goodness, peace, joy, and fulfillment, even when we fall short. Despite our imperfections, He continues to pour out His love on us without holding back. And by singing this song, I'm expressing my deep love and gratitude to God letting Him know how much He means to me, and that I will love Him faithfully, now and forever.

Thank you so much for listening, supporting, and joining me on this spiritual journey. May your week be filled with joy, divine encounters, and unshakable peace.

Stay blessed and have a beautiful week ahead!

lyrics
Oh na na ahh ehh
Ehh eh eh eh eh o
Oh na na ahh ehh
Ehh eh eh eh eh
Oh na na ahh ehh
Ehh eh eh eh eh o
Oh na na ahh ehh
Ehh eh eh eh eh

You be my Lover eh eh eh eh eh
(My Lover eh eh eh eh eh)
I say You never fail eh eh eh eh oh oh oh
(You never fail eh eh eh eh)
Day by day by day by day
You're still the same eh eh oh oh oh
(You're still the same eh eh)
And Your glory knows no end eh eh oh oh oh
(Forever and ever more)

You be my Lover eh eh eh eh eh
(My Lover eh eh eh eh eh)
I say You never fail eh eh eh eh oh oh oh
(You never fail eh eh eh eh)
Day by day by day by day
You're still the same eh eh oh oh oh
(You're still the same eh eh)
And Your glory knows no end eh eh oh oh oh
(Forever and ever more)

lyrics from notjustok.com

This week’s theme is “Fragrance” and for my entry, I chose to cover a powerful worship song by Dunsin Oyekan titled “First It Was Fragrance.”

This song speaks deeply to my spirit. It reminds me of how worship starts as a sincere offering to God like a sweet fragrance rising up and then becomes something even greater. When God receives it, it turns into fire, a symbol of His presence, power, and response to our devotion.

The way the song builds musically is so moving. It draws you into a place of awe and surrender, and for me, it's more than just a song. it’s an experience, a moment of deep connection with God.

I pray this piece blesses you as much as it has blessed me. Thank you for listening, and may your week be filled with the sweet fragrance of worship and a renewed sense of God’s presence.

Lyrics (musixmatch.com)(https://www.musixmatch.com/lyrics/Dunsin-Oyekan/Fragrance-to-Fire)

The fragrance of my worship
Rose up to the Father
Noises, thunderings, earthquakes
Were the response to my worship
The fragrance of my worship
Rose up to the Father
Noises, thunderings, lightnings
Were the response to my worship

chorus
First it was fragrance
Then it turned to fire
My worship is my weapon
This is how I win my battle (this is how I win my battle)
First it was fragrance
Then it turned to fire, hey
My worship is my weapon
This is how I win my battle (this is how I win my battle)
Everybody say the fragrance of my -

bridge
This is how I win, win, win
This is how I win
The smoke of my worship released upon the earth
Ah-ah
This is how I win, win, win
This is how I win
The smoke of my worship
The smoke of my worship released upon the earth

For this week's entry, I chose to do a heartfelt cover of a powerful Igbo song titled OBU ONYE NA AKPO MAMA by the talented Gozie Okeke. This song deeply resonates with me, as it carries a profound message about the priceless value of motherhood.

OBU ONYE NA AKPO MAMA is a beautiful tribute to mothers everywhere. It expresses deep appreciation for the unconditional love, sacrifices, and nurturing spirit that only a mother can give. The lyrics remind us that mothers are God’s special gift to humanity irreplaceable, loving, and forever cherished.

The song also speaks to the idea that no matter what we have, it is always worth giving to our mothers. Their worth cannot be measured by material things, and anything we do for them will always pale in comparison to the love and care they've given us.

I dedicate this song to all the amazing mothers around the world. May we never take their presence and sacrifices for granted. Let’s celebrate and honor them, not just with words, but with actions that reflect our gratitude.

Thank you for listening and being a part of this wonderful Hive Open Mic journey with me. Much love to you all!

Lyrics from [voxnaija.com][https://www.voxnaija.com.ng/gozie-okeke-/]

obu-onye-na-akpo-mama
Obu onye na akpo mama nne.
Obu onye na akpo mama nne
Mama mu ihe di mma ka m ga emere gi
Oya mma, Oya mma, onye oga adiri mma, oya mma.
Egwu di mma ka nga bara gi.
Oya mma, Oya mma, onye oga adiri mma, oya mma
Chukwu biko gozie, ochie dike mama,
Nna gozie nne m, Ochie dike nne.

Thanks for your time on my blog.

I chose this song because of what God has been doing in my life recently. Over the past few days, I have experienced His favor, His power, His mercy, and His consuming fire in ways that have left me in awe. His hand has been mighty over my life, and I couldn’t help but lift up this song as an offering of gratitude.

This wasn’t just a performance. it was a heartfelt expression of worship. I sang Favor not only for myself, but for each one of us to remind us that we are surrounded by God's goodness, even when we don’t always see it. His blessings are real, and His grace is sufficient.

As you listen to this song, I pray that the favor of the Lord will rest upon you. May His power uplift you, His mercy cover you, and His fire ignite your spirit. May His presence never depart from your life.

Thank you for being a part of this journey. Stay blessed, and may the favor of God continue to speak for you in all that you do.

God bless you.

Lyrics(africangospellyrics.com)(https://africangospellyrics.com/2025/01/15/favour-it-surrounds-me-like-a-shield/)

Favour! It surrounds me like a shield
And it will cover me from now
Until the day I see my King (Repeat)

Power! It’s erupting from within
It is moving me from now
Until the day I see my King (Repeat)

Fire! It is burning in my soul
It is driving me from now
Until the day I see my King (Repeat)

Angels! The are all around me now
And they’re following me from now
Until the day I see my King (Repeat)

Mercy! It has washed me from sin
And it is opening doors for me
Until the day I see my King (Repeat)

Favour! It surrounds me like a shield
And it will cover me from now
Until the day I see my King (Repeat)

Through the Rain often symbolizes enduring tough times, storms, or challenges. After going through the rain (trials, testing, pain), you're now standing in faith, asking God to open the floodgates and refresh your life with His grace, favor, and breakthrough.

Open the Floodgates is a powerful worship song. The song revolves around inviting God's presence and blessings to overflow and saturate every aspect of our lives. The lyrics call for God to release his blessings not just materially but also spiritually, emotionally, and relationally.

It's a plea for God's abundant favor in every part of life. It instills hope that, regardless of present circumstances, God's outpouring will bring change and renewal. I hope I did a wonderful cover of this song. Thank you.

[Lyrics from genius.com]SOURCE

Baba, we're in Your
Presence, let it rain
Your rain, let it fall on
Me .

We're in Your presence
Let it rain
Oh, Your rain, let it fall
On me

We're in Your presence
Let it rain
Oh, Your rain, let it fall
On me

We're in Your presence
Let it rain
Oh, Your rain, let it fall
On me

Open the floodgates in
Abundance and cause
Your rain to fall on me
(2x)

This is my first day here, I'm so excited to be here.

In regard, to this week theme that why I decided to sing a song that talks about Jesus being there for us in time of weakness. The songs remind us to trust and look up to God that He will be our strength . He reminds us that God his always with us, even in the midst of difficult times.

The song also reminds us that God is faithful and he will never failed us.

I hope I did a wonderful cover of this song.

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Lyrics (https://genius.com/Ebennig-jesus-at-the-center-lyrics)

[Verse]
At the center of it all
It’s you that I see
At the center of it all
It’s you that I see

[Chorus]
There is power in your name
Miracles happen in your name
As we lift our Voice in Praise
It’s you that I see, It’s you that I see

[Repeat Verse]
At the center of it all
It’s you that I see
At the center of it all
It’s you that I see

[Chorus]
There is Power in your name
Miracles happen in your name
As we lift our Voice in Praise
It’s you that I see
It’s you that I see
There is Power in your name
Miracles happen in your name
As we lift our Voice in Praise
It’s you that I see
It’s you that I see
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[Bridge]
{You arе Bigger
Bigger than the biggеst
You are Stronger
Stronger than the strongest
You are Higher
Higher than the highest
You are Greater
Greater than the greatest} [x4]

Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, Jesus
Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, Jesus

I hope you all enjoy it