Read the full lyrics to “Baba Modupe” by Tkeyz and Gaise Baba. Understand the Yoruba phrases and the message of gratitude in this collaborative gospel track.
The lyrics for “Baba Modupe” by Tkeyz and Gaise Baba present a continuous and heartfelt expression of thanksgiving to a divine father. The words structure this gratitude across time, vowing praise “every second, every hour everyday” from “January to December and again,” in both good and bad seasons. This framework establishes the song as a permanent anthem of appreciation, moving beyond a momentary feeling to a lifelong commitment. The central, repeated Yoruba phrase “Baba Modupe” anchors the entire track, with its direct meaning, “Father, Thank You,” serving as the core message that every line returns to and reinforces. The English lyrics detail reasons for this thanks, citing a presence that never leaves, a father who is always fighting for the believer, and blessings that arrive unexpectedly.
tkeyz, gaise baba baba modupe
The song incorporates specific Yoruba prayer lines that deepen its cultural and spiritual context. Phrases like “Ogbemi soke” (Lift me up), “Kojami kule” (Establish me), and “Otun gbemi debe” (Your right hand upholds me) are pivotal. These are not just lyrical flourishes but are rooted in common Nigerian gospel language and scriptural references, making the song instantly recognizable and relatable to a Yoruba-speaking audience and those familiar with the genre. Gaise Baba and Tkeyz use these phrases to bridge deep theological concepts with memorable musical motifs, perfect for congregational singalongs and personal meditation. The line “Lat’ orimi de isale, Ise owo re ni o” which speaks to God’s work from the top to the bottom, further emphasizes the totality of divine intervention.
For listeners engaging with the lyrics for knowledge or karaoke, the song offers a mix of simple English repetitions and learnable Yoruba lines. The structure is intentionally cyclical, with verses and choruses that build on the same theme without complex narrative shifts, making it easy to follow and sing along. The admission that “Sometimes the weight is heavy” introduces a note of vulnerability, quickly countered by declarations of trust and obedience, providing a balanced emotional arc. The lyrics steer clear of vague metaphor, opting instead for direct statements of being overwhelmed by “endless love” and the inadequacy of “a million tongues” to give sufficient thanks. This directness is a hallmark of both artists’ lyrical styles, aiming for clarity of message above poetic obscurity. The track functions as a lyrical offering of worship, designed for listeners to adopt as their own prayer of gratitude.
Produced by Tkeyz, VSTIX
15 January 2026
1 song, 3 minutes
℗ 2026 Tkeyz Global Concepts, under exclusive license to Mad Solutions
Lyrics
Every second
Every hour everyday
January to December and again
In the good and in the bad
My song will be
For everything you do
Baba Modupe
You never ever leave me
Always fighting for me
In every season you are there for me
Mere words can never be enough
For the things that you’ve done for me
Thank you my father
Ogbemi soke
Kojami kule
Otun gbemi debe
I’m overwhelmed by the endless love
you have for me
A million tongues can never be enough for the
things that you’ve done for me
Thank you my father
Every second
Every hour everyday
January to December and again
In the good and in the bad
My song will be
For everything you do
Baba Modupe
Baba Modupe
Lat’ orimi de isale
Ise owo re ni o
Baba Modupe
Baba Modupe
Lat’ orimi de isale
Ise owo re ni o
Baba Modupe
So many blessing I didn’t see coming
My father did it for me
Jehovah steady cooking
Dey chop am everyday
Sometimes the weight is heavy
But mon sope temi
So even when road e rough o
I still trust and obey
Ogbemi soke
Kojami kule
Aanu logbemi debe
I’m overwhelmed by the endless Love
you have for me
Ten million tongues
Can never be enough for the things
that you do for me
Baba Modupe
