Olingi ngai mingi

Denis Ngonde's song "Olingi ngai mingi" is a deeply emotional and spiritual piece that expresses profound gratitude and love towards God. The lyrics, sung in Lingala, a Bantu language spoken in the Democratic Republic of Congo, reflect a personal testimony of the artist's experiences with divine mercy and grace. The repetition of the phrase "Yo ozali nzambe na mawa" (You are a merciful God) underscores the central theme of God's compassion and the artist's acknowledgment of this divine attribute. This repetition serves to emphasize the unwavering faith and reliance on God's benevolence.

The song's chorus, "Nkolo yo olingi ngayi mingi, na moni yango na bomoyi na Nga" (Lord, you love me so much, I see it in my life), highlights the tangible ways in which the artist feels God's love in his daily existence. This line suggests a personal relationship with the divine, where the artist feels seen, cared for, and uplifted. The imagery of being lifted from a state of despair, as indicated by the lines "Wana nazalaki mitelengano olokotaki Nga o sukoli Nga" (When I was in trouble, you lifted me and cleansed me), paints a vivid picture of redemption and transformation through divine intervention.

The song also delves into themes of humility and the desire to reciprocate God's love. The artist questions, "Nako pesa na yo Nini? Pona manso osaleli Nga nazongisela yo Nini?" (What can I give you? For all you have done for me, what can I return to you?). This rhetorical question reflects a deep sense of humility and the recognition that human efforts may never fully repay divine generosity. It is a poignant reminder of the boundless nature of divine love and the human inclination to express gratitude, even when words and actions seem insufficient.