Tope Alabi’s “Nigbati Mo Ro O” is a soul-stirring musical piece that carries a deep resonance within the realms of worship. The title, when translated, means “When I Think of You” in English, and it serves as a poignant exploration of the artist’s contemplative moments reflecting on the divine. In this spiritually charged composition, Tope Alabi skillfully intertwines rich lyrical content with melodious sounds, creating an immersive experience for listeners.
The song encapsulates a profound sense of gratitude and awe as Tope Alabi expresses her reflections on God’s faithfulness, mercy, and grace. The title, “Nigbati Mo Ro O,” becomes a refrain that echoes the artist’s sentiments, signifying a contemplative stance when contemplating the goodness of the Almighty. Through poetic and heartfelt lyrics, Tope Alabi invites worshipers into a space of introspection and adoration, where thoughts of God elicit a deep sense of reverence.
As the melody unfolds, the listener is taken on a spiritual journey, accompanied by the artist’s emotive vocals and a harmonious blend of traditional and contemporary musical elements. The deliberate use of the Yoruba language adds a cultural richness to the composition, enhancing its authenticity and making it accessible to a diverse audience.
“Nigbati Mo Ro O” is not merely a song but a heartfelt prayer and expression of devotion. Tope Alabi’s vocal delivery conveys a sincerity that resonates with the listener’s soul, creating an atmosphere conducive to worship. The intentional use of repetition in the title serves as a musical anchor, reinforcing the central theme of contemplation and remembrance.
Tope Alabi – Nigbati Mo Ro O Lyrics
Lati inu oyun
Titi di omo owo o
Igba mo wa lomo owo
Awon ota gba wipe iku o pa mi
Mo ra ko ro de ile olodia awon ti o fe n waye rara
Baba o sho mi, ore re yi o lakawe
Lati irakoro titi di omo irinse o sho mi
Titi mo fi wa di agbalagba o
Igba ti mo ro, Ise Iyanu re laye mi
Mo wa ri pe o oga o pupo
Igba ti mi ro ise iyanu re laye mi,
Mori pe oga, mo ri pe o ga
Mo ri pe o ga Baba.
Igba ti mo ro ise iyanu re laye mi,
Mori pe oga, mori pe oga, mori pe oga pupo.
Igba ti mi ro ise iyanu re laye mi,
Mori pe oga, more ri pe o ga
Mo ri pe o ga Baba.
Igba ti mo ro ise iyanu re laye mi,
Mori pe oga, mori pe oga, mori pe oga pupo.
Ogun ti eniyan ja n’agba, o poju Ogun ewe lo
Tori eni aye ba le, ti aye o ri mu ni ogun to sanra doju ko
Idi ti aye fin le ni, Oye aye, Olorun mi mo ooo
Oju ogun laye je feni to waye o wa se rere
Mo wa ronu jinle
Aanu re lori aye mi
Emi ri pe o ga o, pupo
Igba ti mi ro anu re lo ri mi
Mori pe oga, mo ri pe o ga
Mo ri pe o ga Baba.
Igba ti mo ro anu re lo ri mi
Mori pe oga, mori pe oga, mori pe oga pupo.
Igba ti mi ro ise iyanu re laye mi,
Mori pe oga, mo ri pe o ga
Mo ri pe o ga Baba.
Igba ti mo ro ise iyanu re laye mi,
Mori pe oga, mori pe oga, mori pe oga pupo.
Ose Olorun, Iwo lo je ki ewu aye fo mi da
Iya to je mi, o je ko je mi gbe o, baba o seun.
A pe omo lowo eyin
Oluso agun fun mi
Olorun iwo ni
Iwo lo gbe mi ro, eniyan o le seyi o afi iwo
O gbe mi so ke gogoro, Osuba re o baba
Eyi ni mo se isiro fun titi, ogbon ori mi ko gbe
Igba ti mi ro ife nla re Lori mi
Mori pe oga, more ri pe o ga
Mo ri pe o ga Baba.
Igba ti mo ro ife nla re lori mi
Mori pe oga, mori pe oga, mori pe oga pupo.
Igba ti mi ro ise iyanu re laye mi,
Mori pe oga, more ri pe o ga Baba.
Igba ti mo ro ise iyanu re laye mi,
Mori pe oga, mori pe oga, mori pe oga pupo.
Olorun to ga owa loke
Olorun to be ninu aye
Okere titi, ogba mimo eniyan
Owa lotun wa, owa lo si wa
Ayika wa gbogbo, owa ni be
Ohun ni olorun, afeti lu Kara
Larin alawo dudu o n sise e lo
Eyin re eniyan, mo rin ise re
Alawo funfun won teriba fun
Alayi mo n kon, won beere wipe
Tani olorun, ta lolorun
Ayanfe ema da won lo wun pe
Ibi gbogbo lo wa eh
Olorun agbaye
Ibi gbogbo lo wa eh
Ani ko si ibiti oju olorun ko to
Ibi gbogbo lo wa
Olorun nla apejuba, arayerorun
Ibi gbogbo lo wa
Ibi gbogbo lolorun gbe
Ibi gbogbo lo wa
O nbe laye, emi awon woli to to
Ibi gbogbo lo wa
Oro gbe inu omo eniyan fo mu
Ibi gbogbo lo wa
Oti saju aye de, omo inu aye ati eyin aye
Ibi gbogbo lo wa
Ibi gbogbo lo wa olodumare
Ibi gbogbo lo wa
O nbe larin awon angeli mimo
Ibi gbogbo lo wa
Ko si ibiti e pe olorun si ti o wa oh
Ibi gbogbo lo wa
Ibi gbogbo lo wa baba oh
Ibi gbogbo lo wa
Olorun ajanaku, ibi gbogbo lo wa baba
Ibi gbogbo lo wa
O nbe lokan re ti o ba gba laye
Ibi gbogbo lo wa
Ibi gbogbo, ibi gbogbo lo wa
Ibi gbogbo lo wa
