Nigerian-born, London-based worship leader and singer-songwriter Folabi Nuel has released ‘Happy Song’, a joyful Afrobeat sound that celebrates the goodness of God, alongside its official video.

The song opens with children singing the chorus, “If you are happy and you know it, go ahead and show it, tell the world about the things He’s done, for the mercy in the morning…” It is the chorus of the song, but it immediately takes you back to that familiar children’s rhyme many people grew up singing in church, school or at home. That opening already tells you the direction of the song before the beat fully settles in.

Built on Afrobeat, ‘Happy Song’ is simple, bright and easy to vibe to. The message is not complicated. God has been good, so go ahead and show it. It is a song of joy, gratitude and praise, carried with the kind of rhythm that makes you want to move while still holding on to the message.

One of the lovely things about the song is the way Folabi Nuel plays with words and brings in his native language with the line, “Ogenebrume, You have done me well.” That part adds colour to the song and gives the thanksgiving a more personal feel.

The children’s voices return again towards the end, closing the song with that same expression of joy. It gives the track a sweet finish and keeps the happy mood from the beginning right to the end.

With ‘Happy Song’, Folabi Nuel keeps it simple and joyful. It is a reminder that when you think about the goodness and mercy of God, sometimes the right response is to sing it, show it and let the world know what He has done.

‘Happy Song’ is out now on digital streaming platforms, with the official video available on YouTube.