Good morning everyone,
Welcome to Afritunes week 60. Today I will be doing a cover of the song Papa by Johnny Drille. First of all, Johnny Drille is one of my favorite artist in Nigeria. I'm a huge fan of his music. He's such a beautiful song writer with an amazing voice. This particular song has a mixed feeling with me. I love the lyrics, composition and rhythm but whenever I listen to it, it usually makes me emotional. The song is a tribute to his father. How amazing he is and how much he cares for him. I don't have a father so whenever I hear the song, it makes me wish I have one.
Nevertheless, I'm blessed with an amazing grandfather who is so caring. I get to experience little of the fatherly love through him. He's always calling to check up on me and he takes care of me the little way he can. I'd say im fortunate to have him in my life.
I sing this song as a shootout to every responsibile fathers out there, you guys rock. Taking care of the family isn't a small thing to do and most times, father's rolesare overlooked compared to mothers. You guys are amazing and I pray you eat the fruit of your labour.
I accompanied the song with an instrumental I generated here.
LYRICS
Papa
He calls me to pray
He tells the Lord
To watch over me
Oh my papa
He can like to say
As you go away
Don't forget where you came
If you lose your way you can pray
Don't be afraid, don't lose faith
You will find your help, there'll be a way
Just remember to pray and you'll be okay
Papa
He calls everyday
He asks me son
I hope you're doing okay
Oh my papa
He too dey fear say I gho go astray
Cos I walk a stranger land
And my home is so far away
Papa says if you lose your way you can pray
Don't be afraid don't lose faith
You will find your help there'll be a way
Just remember to pray and you'll be okay
Me sef dey pray for Papa
Make him find more strength and grace
And may the good Lord keep him longer
In Jesus name
If you lose your way you can pray
Don't be afraid, don't lose faith
You will find your help, there'll be a way
Just remember to pray
If you lose your way you can pray
Don't be afraid, don't lose faith
You will find your help, there'll be a way
Just remember to pray and you'll be okay
You can pray
Don't be afraid, don't lose faith
You will find your help, there'll be a way
If you remember to pray
Image is created on canva by myself.
Music video below:
THANK YOI FOR STOPPING BY, DO HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY.
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Aww God bless your grandpa 🙏...this is so beautiful, I enjoyed your intro. Your voice is so lovely, I love your tone. You're so beautiful too 😘. Keep Singing 💫
Johnny Drille is an amazing singer-songwriter no doubt...you really did well with this song, I felt you through the song. You're strong, God's got you 💪
Amen 🙏. Thank you so so much dear.
See as you're making me blush here🙈🙈🙈. You Don make my head swell o😁.
Your comment makes me smile and warms my heart🥺🥰. I truly appreciate your kind words🙏🙏🙏.
God bless you❤️.
God bless you too dearie 🥰...You are amazing 🤍✨
See voice now 🥺
Nice presentation, I loved how you were intentional about it. Thank you for sharing
Awwwww, Thank you so so much. I truly appreciate your kind words🥰.
You're welcome ❤️🚀
This is so beautiful.. well-done sis
Sorry about your dad 😔
Johnny Drille's lyrics are always rich. It's one thing I have noticed.
The audio output of your rendition wasn't bad, and you sang the song well.
Fathers are indeed amazing...Your grandpa is awesome too
You are shining as well
I hope you have a lovely day sis.
Thank you so so much sis. I thought I've replied back all the comments under this post o. Just realising now that I haven't.
Fathers are really amazing like you said. I'm just fortunate to still have my Grandpa. He's a gift.
I truly appreciate your comment🙏
I love listening to Johnny Drille's music cos it usually captivates my soul. You have really killed the song😊,with your beautiful voice.
I'm sorry about your dad🥺 May God continue to protect your Grandpa🙏
Johnny drille songs arw always exceptional and he takes time to compose good lyrics.
Thank you so much for your comment. It means so much to me🥺🙏🙏🙏
A father plays a very important role in the life of a child
Sorry you lost yours, and congratulations you got your grandpa
God bless him
Guess what I saw Deborah
Your look-alike I told you about
After 4 years
Well done dear
You rock❤
Amen. Thank you so much sis🥺🙏🙏.
Really? I hope you delivered my message to her🥰🥰🥰.
I Truly appreciate your comment🙏🙏
So sorry about your dad.
Your grandpa is such a blessing.
God will continue to bless all the responsible fathers out there.
You have a wonderful voice.
Amen. Thank you so much sis. I do appreciate your comment🙏
You are welcome dear
Your introduction be giving me joy 😊. You sing so well dear. Nice presentation dear 😊
Awwww, see as your comment is making me smile. I'm so happy you love my presentation 🥰.
Thank you so much for your amazing comment🙏🙏
You're welcome 🤗
Father's are amazing beings especially when they're responsible. I don't have a father neither do I have a grandfather, so I can relate to how you feel. You're even lucky to have a grandad 😁.
You're so good at what you do!! Your voice is exceptional and I'm happy to hear from you again 🤗🤗.....
Awwww, so sorry about you father and grandfather sis🥺🥺🙏🙏. I'm sure God's got you and He is taking good care of you. After all, he's the greatest Father.
Thank you so much for you amazing comment.🥰🙏🙏. It means so much to me.