Arabaribiti
Sonnie Badu Lyrics

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arabaribi aribirabata God of glory

rose of sharon you are worthy you
are worthy you are worthy
arabaribi aribirabata God of glory
rose of sharon you are worthy you
are worthy you are worthy jehovah nici llay like can and eat food for
God contain me in you and praise his name forever you are worthy you are worthy you are worthy play fir the lord you are God of host and

thr host of all and play nice for the moment plaaaaaaaay jehovah nici you are my rod arabaribi huh huh huh

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Sonnie Badu's song Arabaribiti are a testament to the worthiness of God, as well as a call to center oneself in his presence. The repeated phrase "arabaribi aribirabata God of glory" emphasizes the greatness and majesty of God. The verse "rose of sharon you are worthy" references a biblical metaphor used to describe Jesus in the Song of Solomon, further emphasizing God's worthiness of praise.

The following verse "jehovah nici llay like can and eat food for God contain me in you and praise his name forever" speaks to the desire to be contained within God, recognizing that he is the ultimate source of sustenance and purpose. The lyrics continue with a call to "play for the Lord" recognizing him as "God of host" and "thr host of all." The final line, "jehovah nici you are my rod," is a reminder of God's protection and guidance.

Through the use of repetition, the song emphasizes the message of God's worthiness, as well as the desire to be contained and protected within him. The use of biblical metaphors adds deeper meaning and context to the lyrics, speaking to the power and impact of scripture in the songwriter's faith.

Line by Line Meaning

arabaribi aribirabata God of glory
Oh God of glory, the magnificent one, the source of all splendor and magnificence.

rose of sharon you are worthy you are worthy you are worthy
You are the one who possesses all excellency, majestic in all your ways, and your worthiness is beyond human comprehension.

jehovah nici llay like can and eat food for
You are vastly superior to humanity, superior even to our physical limitations like needing to eat and drink.

God contain me in you and praise his name forever you are worthy you are worthy you are worthy
May I be hidden in your divine presence, to serve you and worship you forever. Your greatness, O God, goes beyond words and all description.

play fir the lord you are God of host and thr host of all and play nice for the moment plaaaaaaaay
Serve the Lord with your whole being, for he is the ruler of all creation, and deserves all the praise and worship. Celebrate his greatness, and play music with all you have with joy and thanksgiving.

jehovah nici you are my rod arabaribi huh huh huh
Lord, you are my guide in all things, my authority, my leader, and my sustenance. You are my all in all and I lean on you always.

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