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April 05 Think About Home
Think About Home
Chorus:
Think about home, think about the Lord;
Think of how He showed His love upon the Cross.
When life hits you while you're running, remember what you're worth;
You are so precious to Him—He gave His life for yours.
Verse 1:
The Lord can make a soldier out of the meek and lonely,
His Word is full of life—once spoken, the weak stand boldly.
He’s a mighty tower, a light for the lost;
A shield and a buckler to the weak, a rest for the restless.
Pre-Chorus:
I see your heart longs for home, for peace within;
Cast every burden at His feet, don’t try to hide.
If this place feels far from where you belong,
Call on the Father, pour your heart out in song. *Chorus*
Verse 2:
Try to call back home—it brings the Father joy;
Tell Him all you're going through, pour it out in prayer.
Don’t forget to open up when He comes knocking at your door;
He dwells within your heart—let Him lead the way—
Your soul, once more. *Pre-Chorus +Chorus*
Copyright 2026 Richard Shekari
Written, produced and performed by Richard Shekari.
4 min
March 30 Through the Thorns
Through the Thorns
Chorus:
Yeah, yeah, He is my Hope! In Him, I am stronger.
The Lord upholds my soul, my faithful Provider.
I walk by grace, in His warm embrace.
He’s the Way, the Truth, and the Life!
I surrender to His will, my Rock and my Shield;
In Him, I’ve found new Life.
Verse 1:
I got lost on my journey, no one came to console me,
Drowning in tears through the journey, while they stood there and mocked me.
I learned to cry through the night, wear a smile in the light,
That liar tried to take my soul — I called the Lord, He made me bold.
Pre-Chorus:
My own choices dimmed the light within;
Blinded, I stumbled through the thorns.
But the Lord heard my cry — He lifted me up,
And healed my wounds. *Chorus*
Verse 2:
I bow; I yield to Your will and command,
How may I be of service to Your throne?
I lay my all before You, Lord, yes, I surrender;
How may I be of service to Your throne?. *Pre-Chorus + Chorus*
Copyright 2026 Richard Shekari
Written, produced and performed by Richard Shekari.
4 min
March 17 All Day with You
All Day with You
Verse 1:
Weary from the day’s work, sitting alone in my quiet place—
It may not be much, but to me this is home.
I’ve been through the fire; been backstabbed, betrayed, and lied about,
Yet I found my strength in the One above.
Pre-Chorus:
When the world despised me without a cause,
And I wept in silence behind closed doors;
I cried out for help, and Father, You heard my call,
You came to my side and would not let my tears fall.
Chorus:
Hello, Father, I just want to thank You for this day.
Thank You for Your new love each day—I know I’m never alone;
You hold my trembling hands all day and tell me it’s okay. (2x)
Verse 2:
The world may seem to care, but it’s empty and cold;
Only in You, Lord, do I find true joy.
You guide me through the storm, O compassionate Lord,
And lift my feet onto the path of life. *Pre-Chorus + Chorus*
Copyright 2026 Richard Shekari
Written, produced and performed by Richard Shekari.
3 min
March 03 The Witness
The Witness
Verse 1:
What do I still lack? You formed me in Your likeness.
You breathed into me a life that glows with echoes of Your heart.
You said, “My child, you are ever present in My holy thoughts.”
Let me live here as a witness — yet not be of this world.
Pre-Chorus:
You laid down Your life so I could live forevermore.
You called me Your friend and opened wide the Father’s door.
Chorus:
You made me a witness of Your holy presence,
And turned my weakness into strength.
You humbled Your servant with holy grace,
And made my weakness into strength.
Verse 2:
Enthroned in glory high above, You stole my breath with perfect love.
Your love — I never have enough; take all of me, my life is Yours.
Come and teach me all Your ways; my yielded heart obeys Your voice.
Your love — I never have enough; forever Yours, and Yours alone. *Pre-chorus + Chorus*
Bridge:
Holy Father, take my heart — take all of me.
My only Redeemer, awaken my soul to bless Your holy name. (2x) *Chorus*
Copyright 2026 Richard Shekari
Written, produced and performed by Richard Shekari.
4 min
March 01 Hands Raised in Surrender
Hands Raised in Surrender was born from a moment of reflection on God’s unwavering mercy in the midst of my own struggles. I wanted to capture the journey of being lost in pride and rebellion, yet continually met with patience and love from the Lord. Each line is a testimony of God’s lifting hand, cleansing my soul, and guiding me to His presence. The pre-chorus embodies my personal act of surrender, a gesture that became the central theme and title of the song. The chorus is an outpouring of awe and declaration, asking who can compare to the God who heals and saves. Verse 2 serves as a reminder of Christ’s sacrifice, the redemption He offers, and the intimate restoration that follows. Ultimately, this song is a letter of praise and surrender, a musical reflection of a heart transformed by God’s mercy.
3 min
February 18 Here’s My Heart
Here’s My Heart.
Intro:
You are my secret place, my faithful refuge;
My strength, my shield, my only hope, O Lord.
Verse 1:
You shamed the world upon the Cross of loss,
With arms opened wide, You made Your mercy call:
“Come unto Me, My child — I paid it all.
Dry your eyes, My child — go now, sin no more.”
Pre-Chorus:
Through Your blood, access to the Father was won;
You broke the chains that once bound us all.
Receive our praise — You alone we adore;
Accept our hearts; let Your will be done.
Chorus:
Have my heart, take my all — here’s my heart, Lord.
I surrender to You, Lord; take my all.
I’ll worship You, O my God — here’s my heart, Lord.
King of kings, have my heart; take my all.
Verse 2:
They lie in wait, anticipating my fall.
They dug a grave, but it became their own.
They sealed my road with boulders thick and tall,
But Lord, You bore my weight and claimed me as Your own.
Pre-Chorus:
You said, “Press on, My dear child—
Don’t turn, don’t look behind,”
While the wicked choke within their snare.
You said, “Fix your gaze on what is divine.”
Copyright 2026 Richard Shekari
Written, produced and performed by Richard Shekari.
4 min
February 16 You Are My Chorus-Remix ft Moritz
You Are My Chorus-Remix ft Moritz
Verse 1:
It’s a simple song to tell You that I love You
For all the wonders You’ve done.
I can’t contain this joy within me—oh, how I love You;
You’ve left no stone unturned.
Pre-Chorus:
Over the moon, my spirit sails,
For You are the shore where my soul is anchored.
Take all of me—my heart and my soul;
You are my hope and my assurance.
Chorus:
This is the chorus, Lord, where I pour out all my love and endless joy.
You are my chorus, Lord — the sweetest part of my life, yes, Lord.
Receive all my praise, O Lord; let Your mercy and steadfast love overflow.
You are my chorus, Lord — the beautiful One in my life, yes, Lord.
Verse 2:
What could I ever do without You, Father? You’re my whole world —
The only fountain that sustains my soul.
I once tried to live without You, Father, and the world nearly devoured me;
You are the One who nourishes my soul. *Pre-Chorus + Chorus*
Copyright 2025 Richard Shekari
Written and performed by Richard Shekari.
Produced by Moritz
4 min
February 15 Roar of Redemption
Roar of Redemption
Chorus:
Let us lift our praise, for we are the sons of a mighty Warrior,
Who bore the Cross to save our souls and crown us with new life.
Let us raise His Name, for we are the children of the Warrior—
The Way, the Truth, the Life; in Him we are more than conquerors.
Verse 1:
Shout it from the highest rooftops,
Jesus breaks the captives free.
Sing it as we walk through valleys,
Our God is holy, strong, and mighty.
By His blood He bought our freedom, and placed the crown upon our heads—
We are now His first love and triumph, called to live set apart. *Chorus*
Verse 2:
Though this fleeting life is borrowed,
Our refuge rests beneath His shadow.
He is our hope for now and ever,
We rest beneath His shadow.
Hallelujah to the King of kings,
Holy is our Saviour—mighty in battle.
Holy, holy is the Lord Most High,
His arms stand open wide—come, let us run to Him. *Chorus*
Copyright 2026 Richard Shekari
Written, produced and performed by Richard Shekari.
4 min
February 14 You Make Me Strong
You Make Me Strong
Intro:
You make me strong through every song;
There’s nothing wrong with writing one more…
Verse 1:
In the darkest nights, You chose to shine and light my life.
You set Your throne upon the heights, reached down Your hands and gave me life.
When I lose my way, You call me by name, and anchor my heart through the storm.
When my heart resists, You soften my soul, and fold me in love to keep me warm.
Pre-Chorus:
You are my Light in the deepest night,
My steady flame when the winds arise.
Though mountains stand and shadows fall,
Your hand will never loosen from mine.
Chorus:
I will dance with joy, I will sing Your praise,
I will lift Your holy Name.
You’re my everlasting joy, You’re my only peace,
My resting place through all my days.
Verse 2:
The sun pours gold upon the lands,
Drifting in the radiance of Your glory.
The moon awakes to guard the night,
Breathing low, “O Lord, You are Holy.”
When I lose my way, You call me by name,
And anchor my heart through the storm.
When my heart resists, You soften my soul,
And fold me in love to keep me warm. *Pre-Chorus + Chorus till fade*
Copyright 2026 Richard Shekari
Written, produced and performed by Richard Shekari.
3 min
February 05 Born to Save the World
Born to Save the World
Verse 1:
Before the sun breaks through the sky, we praise the One who silenced every doubt.
The Healer of our hearts shall receive our worship beyond the end of time.
Who is like You, O Most High? Your thoughts alone give breath and life, O Lord.
Who compares to the Most High—who sees the end from the start? It’s You, Lord.
Chorus:
Jesus, born to save the whole wide world,
Through Your blood, You set the captives free.
O Jesus Christ, You hold the whole wide world,
By Your stripes, our weary hearts are healed.
Verse 2:
We shall march through the gates singing Hallelujah to the Prince of Peace, Our king.
We shall exalt His holy name in all the nations, for none is like the Lord, our king.
Jesus the Prince of peace, only You the world needs, King of kings, our Lord.
Born to save the whole wide world, through Your blood You set all captives free, our God. *Chorus*
Bridge:
You are holy, holy, holy, Lord,
Worthy is the Lamb who reigns forever.
You reign forevermore.
You are holy, holy, holy, Lord,
Jesus Christ, our Saviour, reigning forevermore.
You reign forevermore.
Copyright 2026 Richard Shekari
Written, produced and performed by Richard Shekari.
3 min

About Richard Shekari

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I am Richard Shekari, a multifaceted artist and humanitarian based in Abuja, Nigeria. Born on 11 April 1981 in Bauchi, my relationship with music began early in life, long before I fully understood how deeply it would shape my identity. What started as a simple involvement in church would eventually become the foundation of my artistic journey, guiding me through seasons of devotion, rebellion, discovery, and ultimately reconciliation between two very different musical worlds.

My earliest musical training came in the early 1990s when I joined the church choir as a tenor. At that age, I did not see it as training or preparation for anything greater. I simply loved the atmosphere of music in the church—the way voices blended together, the way melodies could lift the entire congregation, and the sense that music could carry prayers when words alone seemed insufficient. Singing in the choir taught me discipline, harmony, and attentiveness. I learned how voices could complement each other and how structure in music could bring order and beauty to sound. More importantly, those years instilled in me a deep awareness that music had a spiritual dimension. It was not just performance; it was communication between the human heart and the divine.

The choir also taught me humility. In a choir, the individual voice is never meant to dominate the whole. Each singer contributes to something larger than themselves. This understanding would stay with me for years, even during periods when my life seemed to move far away from those early lessons. The choir did more than teach me how to sing; it introduced me to music as service, as worship, and as a way of lifting others.

However, as I entered my teenage years in the late 1990s, I went through a period of rebellion that many young people experience when trying to find their place in the world. Questions about faith, authority, identity, and purpose began to stir within me. That rebellion gradually pushed me away from the church environment where my musical journey had begun. In that space of questioning and emotional intensity, I found myself drawn to rap music.

Rap provided something the choir had not given me at the time: a raw and direct outlet for personal expression. While the choir had taught me melody and harmony, rap introduced me to rhythm, wordplay, and storytelling. It was a world where emotions could be spoken boldly, where struggles and frustrations could be transformed into poetry over beats. I began experimenting with rhymes, writing lines, and crafting verses, often simply playing with language and sound. At first, it was just youthful exploration, but gradually I realised that writing itself was becoming a powerful tool for me.

Through rap, I developed the writing skills that would later define much of my creative work. The discipline of fitting words into rhythm sharpened my awareness of syllables, timing, and lyrical structure. I learned how to compress ideas into powerful lines, how to create imagery with language, and how to tell stories that could capture a listener’s attention. Rap was not just music for me; it became a training ground for my voice as a writer.

During that period, I released two underground rap albums. These projects were part of my attempt to fully explore that path and understand where it might lead. Though the albums circulated only within limited spaces, they represented an important stage of my artistic growth. They allowed me to experiment, to take risks, and to push the boundaries of my creativity. Yet, despite the excitement and freedom I felt in that world, my rap career was relatively short-lived. By around 2010, that chapter of my life had come to an end.

Looking back today, I understand that those years were not a detour but an essential part of my development. At the time, the two paths—the church choir and rap music—seemed completely opposite. One was rooted in spiritual devotion and communal harmony, while the other thrived on individual expression and raw honesty. Yet those differences are precisely what shaped the artist I have become.

The choir gave me melody, reverence, and an understanding of music as a sacred act. Rap gave me lyrical courage, storytelling ability, and the technical tools to shape words into rhythm and meaning. Where the choir taught me how to lift voices toward heaven, rap taught me how to speak honestly from the depths of the human experience. One nurtured my spirit; the other sharpened my craft.

Today, my musical style is the meeting point of those two journeys. The choir boy in me still seeks to glorify God through melody and worship, while the writer formed during my rap years brings structure, poetic depth, and expressive freedom to every song I create. When I write and compose today, I often feel those two influences working together. The melodies carry the echoes of my early choir days, while the lyrics reflect the rhythmic precision and storytelling instincts I developed through rap.

As a songwriter within the gospel genre, I strive to create music that resonates deeply with listeners—not only spiritually but emotionally and intellectually as well. My songs are meant to be both prayer and reflection, combining heartfelt worship with thoughtful lyrics that invite people to examine their own journeys.

Beyond songwriting, I also take part in mixing and mastering my music. I enjoy shaping the sonic character of my songs until they reflect what I like to call my “perfect taste” (lol). For me, this stage is just as creative as writing the song itself, because it allows me to sculpt the emotional atmosphere of the music and present it in the most authentic way possible.

My creative expression also extends into the literary world, where I have authored several engaging titles. Writing books allows me to explore ideas and stories in greater depth than music alone sometimes permits. Just as with my songs, my literary work seeks to offer reflection, insight, and storytelling that can connect with readers across different genres and backgrounds.

When I look at my journey as a whole, I no longer see two conflicting musical paths. Instead, I see two necessary seasons that shaped who I am today. The choir gave me the heart of worship, while rap gave me the voice of expression. Together, they formed the foundation of my artistic identity and continue to influence every piece of music and writing I create today.

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