Paul Clement – Shukrani || Tanzanian Worship Gratitude Anthem | Download MP3
Renowned Tanzanian gospel artist PAUL CLEMENT delivers a heartfelt offering of praise with SHUKRANI (“Thanksgiving”), a soul-stirring worship anthem celebrating God’s faithfulness. Released as part of his 2021 album Sermon, this track has become a staple in thanksgiving services across East Africa, inspiring believers to cultivate a lifestyle of gratitude .
A Song of Overflowing Gratitude
SHUKRANI is more than music—it’s “a sacrifice of praise in melody.” The Swahili lyrics “Kwa yote uliyofanya, Mungu wangu, shukrani” (“For all You have done, my God, thank You”) anchor the song in Psalm 100:4, blending Clement’s warm vocals with a joyful African rhythm that builds into a powerful declaration of thanksgiving. The call-and-response structure makes it perfect for corporate worship .
Musical Celebration & Cultural Richness
- Sound:
- Lively Bongo Flava percussion (102 BPM in F Major)
- Uplifting choir harmonies
- Traditional Tanzanian call-and-response patterns
- Theme: Connects daily blessings with eternal gratitude
- Impact:
- 500K+ streams across platforms
- Viral #ShukraniChallenge with testimonies of God’s provision
Why This Song Transforms Perspectives
✓ For Thanksgiving Services – Perfect for harvest celebrations
✓ For Personal Devotion – Counters negativity with praise
✓ For Cross-Cultural Worship – Teaches gratitude in Swahili context
🔥 Song Details:
🎵 Artist: Paul Clement
🎶 Title: Shukrani
📅 Album: Sermon (2021)
⏱ Duration: 6:18
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Ministry Impact & Theological Depth
- Live Worship: Centerpiece of Clement’s “Attitude of Gratitude” conferences
- Cultural Relevance: Title’s Arabic-origin word (Shukrani) reflects Tanzania’s multicultural heritage
- Scriptural Foundation: Based on 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (“Give thanks in all circumstances”)
“Enter His gates with thanksgiving…” — Psalm 100:4
Need chord charts or the full Swahili lyrics? I can provide worship team resources!