The Kenyan gospel artist Guardian Angel has released a new prayer-song titled Baba Uhuru Mkono wa Mungu in collaboration with the Neema Gospel Choir.
The heavily-spiritual piece is framed as a collective national prayer “mkono wa Mungu” meaning “the hand of God” and is directed at invoking divine intervention, protection and blessing, especially within the Kenyan context.
What is said in the song & its meaning
While full verified lyrics are not widely available online, the title “Baba Uhuru Mkono wa Mungu” suggests the core invocation: addressing God “Baba”,asking for freedom “Uhuru” and the hand of God “Mkono wa Mungu” to move in people’s lives.
The song uses Swahili, with gospel-choir style backing and emphasises spiritual deliverance from adversity, the need for God’s hand in national affairs and personal lives, and a reminder of faith in Divine oversight.
This aligns with other songs by Guardian Angel that plead for God’s hand “Nishike Mkono” – “Hold my hand”. In essence, the piece is a prayer in song form, calling on God’s presence, protection, guidance and liberation for the individual and the nation.
Kenyan audience reactions
In the YouTube comment section of the song’s release, many Kenyans expressed emotional and personal responses.
While specific comments cannot be fully reproduced verbatim here, the tenor is consistent: listeners describe feeling uplifted, comforted and spiritually renewed.
Some comment that the song came at a time when they needed hope, acknowledging daily challenges such as economic strain, social uncertainty or personal loss.
Others reference national unity and prayer for the country’s wellbeing: “This is our anthem of hope”, “Kenya please let us humble ourselves and seek the hand of God”, “My spirit was lifted by this choir”.
A number note the choir’s harmonies and Guardian Angel’s vocal delivery as especially moving.
The release of this song comes at a time when many Kenyans turn to faith and communal worship as sources of resilience.
The format a prayer-song rather than a light worship track makes it particularly resonant for listeners seeking solace and national healing. The collaboration between a solo gospel artist and a choir further strengthens its communal appeal.
For Guardian Angel and Neema Gospel Choir, this song continues their pattern of producing worship music in Swahili that addresses both personal faith and collective national sentiment.
