Dramatic and powerful

The title of the song translates as “Let me be nearer, my Lord” and has a striking resemblance to “Nearer, my God, to Thee”. “Mangisondele Nkosi Yam”, a traditional praise and worship song from the Zulu culture, is centred on a rhythmic section and is guaranteed to send chills down your spine.

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Andreas Rother
04.02.2023
Music, Congregational life