Israel Mbonyi’s “Sikiliza” embodies a soulful and uplifting melody that carries a profound message of hope and encouragement. Translated to “Listen” in English, the song serves as a heartfelt plea for listeners to open their hearts and minds to the voice of God, urging them to heed His guidance and wisdom. Through his impassioned vocals and stirring instrumentation, Mbonyi creates an atmosphere of reverence and surrender, inviting listeners to tune into the divine presence and direction available to them.
As the gentle notes of “Sikiliza” fill the air, listeners are enveloped in a sense of tranquility and introspection. Mbonyi’s emotive delivery and heartfelt lyrics resonate deeply with the human spirit, stirring a longing to connect with the divine. Each verse serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of quieting the noise of the world and attuning oneself to the voice of God, who offers solace, guidance, and reassurance in times of uncertainty.
Beyond its melodic beauty, “Sikiliza” serves as a catalyst for spiritual awakening and renewal. Mbonyi’s stirring performance encourages listeners to pause and reflect on their relationship with the divine, prompting them to seek deeper intimacy and communion with God. The song’s uplifting message of hope and encouragement serves as a beacon of light in moments of darkness, reminding listeners of the boundless love and grace available to them through faith.
In a world filled with distractions and chaos, “Sikiliza” offers a moment of stillness and contemplation, inviting listeners to tune into the divine presence and find solace in His comforting embrace. Through Mbonyi’s soulful rendition, listeners are encouraged to listen not only with their ears but also with their hearts, as they open themselves up to the transformative power of God’s voice.
Israel Mbonyi – Sikiliza Lyrics
He has forgiven me
AMENISAMEHE
His shed blood
Damu yake iliyomwagika
It has overcome all judgment
Imeshinda hukumu yote
It has set me free
Imeniweka huru tele
I sing I am forgiven
Ninaimba nimesamehewa
He has set me free
Ameniwaka huru télé
I sing he has forgiven me
Ninaimba amenisamehe
1. Holiness and Godliness he stripped
1.Utakatifu na Umungu alivua
He agreed to reveal the book
Kakubali kufunua kile kitabu
Come find the lost
Kaja tafuta aliyepotea
That’s who I crucified
Huyo ni mi niliyemsulubisha
There were many indictments
Nyalaka za mashitaka zilikuwa nyingi
All Babylon knew my name
Babiloni yote ilijua jina langu
Except after his death
Ila baada ya kifo chake
Jesus’ blood overcame judgment
Damu yake Yesu ilishinda hukumu
2. Listen to the mountain and let me tell you
2.Sikiliza we mlima nikwambie
I have erected a memorial banner
Nimesimika bendela ya ukumbusho
I will come back to witness you,
Nitarudi nikushuhudie,
He changed me and gave me a new name
amenibadisha akanipa jina jipya
I will not remove my foot from the pool of Jesus’ blood
Sitaomdoa mguu wangu katika hilo bwawa la damu yake Yesu
3. I am no longer dependent on me
3.Mimi sio tena wanayenitegemea
But what God wants is what I want
Bali yule Mungu anae nitakia
He changed me with his blood
Menibadilisha kwa damu yake
He deleted the old names and gave me a new name
Amefuta majina ya kale akanipa jina jipya
Many thought I was the old one
Wengi walifikiri mi ni yule wa kale
Many thought I was still doing the old thing
Wengi walidhani bado natenda ya kale
Listen, I have been changed, he deleted the old names and gave me a new name
Sikilizeni nimebadilishwa, amefuta majina ya kale akanipa jina jipya
