Holy Spirit Breathe on me
Sonnie Badu Lyrics

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Eshe Oluwa, Eshe Baba o (We thank you Lord, we thank you Father)
Eshe Oluwa, Awadupe baba (We thank you Lord, we are thankful Father)

You gave me shelter when I have no other
You made a way when there'as no way
You turn my darkness into light
Awadupe Baba (We are thankful Father)

You put food on my table Daddy
You comfort me when I was lost
Who can be compared unto you
Awadupe Baba (We are thankful Father)
You gave me shelter when I have no other
You made a way when there'as no way
You turn my darkness into light
Awadupe Baba (We are thankful Father)

You put food on my table Daddy
You comfort me when I was lost
Who can be compared unto you
Awadupe Baba (We are thankful Father)

Awadupe baba o, Awadupe baba (We are thankful Father)
Awadupe eledumare, Awadupe baba (We are thankful Father)
Eshe Oluwa, Eshe Baba o (We thank you Lord, we thank you Father)
Eshe Oluwa, Awadupe baba (We thank you Lord, we are thankful Father)

Eshe Oluwa, Eshe Baba o (We thank you Lord, we thank you Father)
Eshe Oluwa, Awadupe baba (We thank you Lord, we are thankful Father)

You gave me shelter when I have no other
You made a way when there'as no way
You turn my darkness into light
Awadupe Baba (We are thankful Father)

You put food on my table Daddy
You comfort me when I was lost
Who can be compared unto you
Awadupe Baba (We are thankful Father)

Awadupe baba o, Awadupe baba (We are thankful Father)
Awadupe eledumare, Awadupe baba (We are thankful Father)
Eshe Oluwa, Eshe Baba o (We thank you Lord, we thank you Father)
Eshe Oluwa, Awadupe baba (We thank you Lord, we are thankful Father)

Eshe Oluwa, Eshe Baba o (We thank you Lord, we thank you Father)
Eshe Oluwa, Awadupe baba (We thank you Lord, we are thankful Father)

Eshe Oluwa, Eshe Baba o (We thank you Lord, we thank you Father)
Eshe Oluwa, Awadupe baba (We thank you Lord, we are thankful Father)

Eshe Oluwa, Eshe Baba o (We thank you Lord, we thank you Father)
Eshe Oluwa, Awadupe baba (We thank you Lord, we are thankful Father)

Eshe Oluwa, Eshe Baba o (We thank you Lord, we thank you Father)
Eshe Oluwa, Awadupe baba (We thank you Lord, we are thankful Father)

Eshe Oluwa, Eshe Baba o (We thank you Lord, we thank you Father)
Eshe Oluwa, Awadupe baba (We thank you Lord, we are thankful Father)

Eshe Oluwa, Eshe Baba o (We thank you Lord, we thank you Father)
Eshe Oluwa, Awadupe baba (We thank you Lord, we are thankful Father)

Eshe Oluwa, Eshe Baba o (We thank you Lord, we thank you Father)
Eshe Oluwa, Awadupe baba (We thank you Lord, we are thankful Father)

Eshe Oluwa, Eshe Baba o (We thank you Lord, we thank you Father)
Eshe Oluwa, Awadupe baba (We thank you Lord, we are thankful Father)

(In Pidgin)
Baba way, Baba way dey for heaven now oh (Father, you are the Heavenly Father)
We go praise you now Eee (We will praise you)
We go praise you papa (We will praise you Father)
Baba way, Baba way dey for heaven now oh (Father, you are the Heavenly Father)
We go praise you now Eee (We will praise you)
We go praise you papa (We will praise you Father)

Baba way, Baba way dey for heaven now oh (Father, you are the Heavenly Father)
We go praise you now Eee (We will praise you)
We go praise you papa (We will praise you Father)

Baba way, Baba way dey for heaven now oh (Father, you are the Heavenly Father)
We go praise you now Eee (We will praise you)
We go praise you papa (We will praise you Father)
praise you papa praise you papa o
we go praise you papa
praise you papa praise you papa o
we go praise you papa

praise you papa praise you papa o
we go praise you papa

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Sonnie Badu's "Holy Spirit Breathe on Me" is a beautiful song of gratitude and surrender. The song portrays the writer's acknowledgement of the constant provision, protection and comfort that God offers him. He expresses his gratitude to God for providing him with shelter when he had nowhere to go, for making a way for him when there was no way, and for turning his darkness into light. The song also reflects the writer's appreciation for the food on his table and for comforting him when he felt lost.

Furthermore, the lines 'Awadupe Baba' which means 'We are thankful Father' is repetitively mentioned throughout the song, emphasizing the singer's gratitude and reverence for God. As the song progresses in verses, it moves deeper into acknowledging the greatness of God and reminding listeners that there is no one compared to God. The Pidgin version describes the awesomeness of God and His heavenly status.

In summary, the song reflects the writer's genuine gratitude for God's goodness, protection, provision, and comfort in every aspect of his life.

Line by Line Meaning

Eshe Oluwa, Eshe Baba o
We express sincere gratitude to you, Lord and Father

Eshe Oluwa, Awadupe baba
We are thankful to you, Lord and Father

You gave me shelter when I have no other
When I had nowhere to turn, you provided shelter for me

You made a way when there'as no way
Even in seemingly impossible situations, you created a way out

You turn my darkness into light
You transformed my gloom and despair into brightness and hopefulness

Awadupe Baba
We are thankful to you, Father

You put food on my table Daddy
You provided for my basic needs and sustenance

You comfort me when I was lost
During times of confusion and uncertainty, you brought me solace and comfort

Who can be compared unto you
There is no one who can be compared to your greatness and majesty

Awadupe baba o, Awadupe baba
We express gratitude and appreciation to you, Father