On December 31st, which marks the end of the year 2025, award-winning Ghanaian gospel musician Rev. Nii Okai has been blessing voices with a fresh new release titled “Shidaa.” This new release has been made available just in time for people to enjoy during their New Year’s celebrations. This thanksgiving song is an invitation to believers to extend the message of Thanksgiving to their loved ones to end the year.
“Shidaa,” which is “thanks” when interpreted from the Ga language, is Rev. Nii Okai’s new contribution to his already vast array of powerful worship songs. The new release is a blend of catchy melodies and powerful biblical teachings that can be considered enriching to both the soul and ears.
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NiiOkai – Shidaa
The title ‘Shidaa’ is derived from the Ga language, which is one of the dominant languages spoken in the wider Accra region of Ghana. In fact, the term ‘Shidaa’ translated to English means ‘thanks’ or ‘thank you’. That alone makes the title perfectly fitting for the thanksgiving theme.
With ‘Shidaa,’ Nii Okai has continued to keep the hallmark of his gospel music, which has remained distinctly Ghanaian but has managed to appeal to the whole world.
According to initial reports, ‘Shidaa,’ despite being as catchy as Nii Okai’s ‘Mɔko Bɛ,’ which initially catapulted him into the musical scene, is even simpler to sing along to for those who may be experiencing the track for the very first time. Its catchiness and simplicity make the track perfectly suited for congregational singing.
The tune will stay with you after one hearing but will still be simple and plain enough that even those who may not know music theory can easily follow along and sing along. That’s the intention behind the track. Nii Okai recognizes that the best worship songs will always be those which encourage the whole congregation to sing along.
What differentiates “Shidaa” from many of the worship songs in the present day is that this song has a strong biblical backing. The song is founded on many scripture portions that call for thanksgiving and praise, such as Psalm 57:9 to 10, Psalm 107:1 to 3, Isaiah 12:3 to 4, 1 Chronicles 16:8 to 10, and Psalm 105:1 to 3.
These portions in the word call believers to give thanks to the Lord, make His deeds known amongst the nations, sing praises unto Him, and glory in His holy name. Psalm 107:1 to 3 wishes thanks to be given to the Lord for His goodness by relating all the wonderful works done by Him. Isaiah 12:3 to 4 calls for drawing water from wells of salvation with joy, making God’s deeds known.
Weaving all these scriptures into the spirit of “Shidaa,” Nii Okai makes a song not only emotionally appealing but also biblically healthy. This song is therefore a musical prayer that is taken from the Psalms and the prophets, giving voice to the gratitude that fills the hearts of believers as they ponder 2025.
Nii Okai – Shidaa [Stream ]
“Shidaa” by Nii Okai is now available on YouTube at https://youtu.be/x7uKvHLmpmI. The song is also available on Spotify, Apple Music, Audiomack, Boomplay, and other digital music platforms.
Stream it repeatedly to support the artist and help the song reach more people who need its message of thanksgiving. Share “Shidaa” on social media using hashtags like #Shidaa #NiiOkai #Thanksgiving #GospelMusic. Send the YouTube link to friends and family as a way of sharing the spirit of gratitude.
Add “Shidaa” to your worship playlists and suggest it to your church’s music ministry for New Year’s Eve and upcoming services. Request the song on your favorite gospel radio stations to help spread its message.
