Olorun opens Asake’s 2023 album, Work of Art, with a spiritual tone, setting the stage for reflection and gratitude. Backed by rich choral harmonies and layered instrumentals, the track blends gospel influences with Asake’s Afro-fusion style. His lyrics, sung mostly in Yoruba, give thanks to God for success and guidance. The production by Magicsticks builds gradually, creating an atmosphere that feels both powerful and uplifting. Olorun captures Asake’s signature mix of faith and ambition, reminding listeners of his deep roots and humble beginnings.
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[Intro]
Ololade mi Aşakę
Emi kọ, Olọrun ma ni
Emi kọ, Olọrun ma ni
Awa kọ, ọ ọ
Emi kọ o
Olọrun ma ni
[Pre-Chorus]
Ta lo gbọn t'Olorun (Ọmọ ọgbọn)
Ko si anybody t'o l'ogbon t'Olorun
Ti wọn ba buga ẹ o, ya gba fun Olorun
Awọn ti wọn buga mi, wọn ti sa pamọ
Wọn ti sa pamọ
[Chorus]
Emi kọ o, o, Olọrun ma ni o (Ọlọrun ma ni o)
Emi kọ o, o, Olọrun ma ni o (Olorun ma ni o)
Awa kọ, ọ, Ọlọrun ma ni o (Oh oh oh)
Emi kọ o, Olọrun ma ni o
[Verse]
Ọmọ no be me, şebi na God
Carry me from down straight to the top
2020 was real-tough
Fall for ground, almost gave up (Gave up)
Mo fun won l'Omọ Ope mo dę ję lo o
Go naked in my room, I speak to God
Baba God, I no sabi all
So guide me, as I dey move on on on on
[Pre-Chorus]
Ta lo gbọn t'Olorun
Ko si anybody t'o l'ogbon t'Olorun
Ti wọn ba buga ẹ o, ya gba fun Olorun
Awọn ti wọn buga mi, wọn ti sa pamọ
Wọn ti sa pamọ
[Chorus]
Emi kọ o, o, Olọrun ma ni o (Ọlọrun ma ni o)
Emi kọ o, o, Olọrun ma ni o (Olorun ma ni o)
Awa kọ, ọ, Ọlọrun ma ni o (Oh oh oh)
Emi kọ o, Olọrun ma ni o
Emi kọ o, o, Olọrun ma ni o (Ọlọrun ma ni o)
Emi kọ o, o, Olọrun ma ni o (Olorun ma ni o)
Awa kọ, ọ, Ọlọrun ma ni o (Oh oh oh)
Emi kọ o, Olọrun ma ni o
[Outro]
Nkan kan o gbọdọ ş'ọmọ ologo
Nkan o gbọdọ mi ọmọ ọlọrun o
Alhamdulillah I’m a brand new man
Tune in to the King of Sounds and Blues
Uploaded by: Blessing • Upload date: 10/30/2025
