Omanghana
Nigerian gospel singer and songwriter Tayo Oyewole, also known as Tayo Tope-Oyewole, brings together Christian praise and her Yoruba heritage in her single “Halleluyah.”
Released in March 2025, the song centres on worship and thanksgiving. The four-minute, 15-second track is also listed as “Hallelujah” on Amazon Music.
Oyewole contributed to the songwriting and composition and provides the lead vocals. Through her delivery, the singer presents praise as both a personal expression of faith and a message for a wider worshipping community.
Faith and Cultural Expression
The song forms part of Oyewole’s approach to gospel music, which draws on English and Yoruba expressions to communicate themes of devotion, gratitude and spiritual renewal.
Her work sits within a wider Yoruba gospel tradition associated with artistes such as Tope Alabi, while reflecting Oyewole’s own songwriting and vocal style.
“Halleluyah” also offers a shorter recording than some of her earlier work. Her 2022 song “So Glorious,” for example, runs for nearly eight minutes.
A Growing Gospel Repertoire
The singer’s earlier recordings explore related themes of praise, mercy and thanksgiving:
| Release period | Song or collection |
|---|---|
| December 2022 | “So Glorious,” “O Jinde,” “Oba Wa Ni” and “Anu Olorun Ni” |
| February 2023 | “Temitope” |
| August 2024 | “Revival” |
| March 2025 | “Halleluyah” |
Together, the releases reflect the singer’s interest in creating gospel music that connects Christian worship with her cultural background.
Building a Gospel Community
Now based in the United Kingdom, Oyewole is exploring opportunities for new recordings, concerts and possible collaborations with gospel choirs and instrumentalists.
She also organises Minstrel Gists through her closed Facebook group, Beautiful Minstrel and Ministers, connecting with gospel music practitioners and worshippers in different locations.
Source: Omanghana
