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Baba Reprise
Sonnie Badu Lyrics


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Open the flood gates

In abundance

and cause your rain to fall on me
Open the flood gates
In abundance
And cause your rain to fall on me
Baba oh
Baba oh



Baba oh
Baba oh
Baba we are in your presence
Let it Rain
Your rain
Let it fall on me
We are in your presence
Let it Rain
Oh your rain
Let it fall on me
Open the flood gates
In abundance
and cause your rain to fall on me
Open the flood gates
In abundance
and cause your rain to fall on me
Baba oh

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Sonnie Badu's song "Baba Reprise" are deeply spiritual and religious. The singer is addressing God, referring to him as "Baba," meaning father. The singer is asking God to open the flood gates and unleash an abundance of blessings upon him. The flood gates represent the barriers that may be preventing the blessings from flowing freely. The singer acknowledges that he is in God's presence and is ready and willing to receive these blessings.


The singer continues to plead with God to let his rain fall upon him. This rain represents the blessings that the singer is asking for, such as good health, prosperity, and love. The singer is open and receptive to whatever blessings God chooses to bestow upon him. Through these lyrics, the singer is expressing his deep faith in God and his belief that God is the source of all blessings.


Overall, "Baba Reprise" is a powerful and moving prayer that conveys the singer's trust in God and his desire to receive blessings. The flood gates and rain represent the overflowing and abundant blessings that are available to those who trust in God and are open to receiving his blessings.


Line by Line Meaning

Open the flood gates
Let the blessings flow freely


In abundance
Without limit


and cause your rain to fall on me
Bring me the goodness of your grace


Baba oh
Calling for the attention of God


Baba we are in your presence
Acknowledging that God is present


Let it Rain
Asking God to shower blessings


Your rain
The blessings from God


Oh your rain
Expressing longing for God's blessings


Open the flood gates
Let the blessings flow freely


In abundance
Without limit


and cause your rain to fall on me
Bring me the goodness of your grace


Baba oh
Calling for the attention of God




Contributed by Blake Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

Joyce Joe

u inspure me sonni may GOD bless u

Grace Lekwuwa

powerful lyrics...God bless

Kulay Choicee Tye

Ur songs r inspiring Sonnie,

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