Lyrics/Music: Niyi Fadipe
Genre: Indigenous Gospel
Language: Yoruba
Scripture Reference: Psalm 19:2-3, 91
Liturgical Uses/Seasons: Assurance, Advent, Easter
Themes: Faith, Hope, Perseverance, Prophecy, Trust, Victory

“Niyi Fadipe is a worship leader of many years standing. His passion for excellence has endeared him to the heart of many. His experience in music spans for over two decades as songwriter, music director, instructor and minister” (Gospelsongs.com). “Ijinle Ninue Ijinle” is an indigenous song written to worship God’s unfathomable secret. It emphasizes that the secret of the Lord is with those who fear Him as rightfully stated in Psalm 91: “He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Almighty shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” To this, if God has a secret, only those who go deeper into Him will understand or discover the secret of the Lord. This song was born in the place of prayer and meditation on God’s word. It was written in 2018 but was released in 2019 when God asked the writer to release the blessing to minister to the needs of the public. Again, it is a prophetic declaration that what belonged to you yesterday that you did not enjoy should be made available for you today. For example, David looks for a remnant of the lineage of Jonathan, who was forgotten to show him goodness and kindness later in the future.

In Nigeria, the song is used as a praise song during offerings, thanksgiving, and the end of the month. It can be used as a choir rendition since it has verses and a chorus. The chorus is often combined with a medley of other praise songs during an extended time of singing and dancing in praise and adoration. During the adoration session, the song’s tempo is reduced, whereas it is increased during the session of thanksgiving and dancing. Majorly, the song is used as a song of assurance and encouragement to worshippers and those who think all hope is lost, that there is still hope with God.

Deep Calls Unto Deep

Sources:
https://gmlyrics.com/niyi-fadipe-ijinle-ninu-ijinle-lyrics/
https://gospelsongs.com.ng/niyi-fadipe-ijinle-ninu-ijinle/

Contributed by Chesirri Mouma Emmanuella.