Omoniyi Oni’s ‘I Just Want You‘ is a deeply intimate worship expression; not just a melody, but a spiritual journey set to music, a rich and reverent expression of craft that resonates far beyond the surface of sound.

From the opening lines, it becomes clear that this is not a song about chasing moments or applause; it is about returning to the heart of communion:

“I will seek Your face; I will seek Your way…”

These words do not plead for blessings; they ache for presence. They echo the desire of David in Psalm 27:4 — “that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life.” In these first bars, Omoniyi lays bare the longing of a believer who has tasted something deeper and is unwilling to settle for less.

But the song doesn’t linger in longing, it transitions tenderly and boldly into a declaration of access

“I will come boldly to the throne of grace, where I find strength for today…”

This is where the quiet power the song projects emerges. It acknowledges the tension many believers feel, the yearning for God against the backdrop of human unworthiness. Yet, rooted in Hebrews 4:16, Omoniyi reminds us that we are not called to worship from afar; we are invited to draw near, boldly. The strength we need isn’t distant, it’s available, it’s present, it’s now; and we don’t come empty-handed, we come by grace.

As the song builds, a reflective shift happens:

“The price You paid is enough for me; It wasn’t free; It cost Your blood…”

Omoniyi reminds us that the presence of God was not cheap; it was purchased, painfully and freely offered. The cross is not abstract; it is central. Worship is not convenient; it is consecrated.

What follows is a gentle yet invigorating repetition: “I will stay in Your presence… Your glory is enough for me…” These aren’t fillers, they’re formation. Each repetition is an invitation to remain, to dwell, to become still.

Yet, what makes this song more significant is the musicality and what it represents in the wider UK worship landscape. In a season where gospel and worship music often wrestle with performance-driven aesthetics, “I Just Want You” models a return to scripture-based, presence-driven devotion. It reflects a growing trend among UK-based gospel artists who are forging a sound that is both biblical and culturally resonant.

His work is informed by years of service across churches in Nigeria and the UK — from Christ Embassy, RCCG, and Household of David, to his current ministry within the Church of England. This breadth of experience has not only shaped his sound but also matured his perspective. He is not merely a musician; he is a discipler through song. His music does not entertain; it inspires and equips.

As a senior worship leader recently commented:

“Omoniyi’s music is reshaping the sound of UK worship. You don’t just hear his songs, you feel them minister.”

Such clarity of sound and spiritual weight are the consequence of faithful service, theological reflection, and artistic refinement. His music projects him not just as a bright artist but as a contributor to the evolving voice of global worship music.

“I Just Want You” ends not with a climax, but with a confident stillness. It leaves the listener not stirred to perform, but invited to remain.

We wait because He is faithful.
We come because He is merciful.
We worship because He is enough

Omoniyi Oni has cultivated this posture of worship not only in this single but throughout his body of work, most notably his 2020 album Worth Waiting For, an album that expresses devotion, worship, and heartfelt surrender. This longing is never vague; it is focused and rooted in revelation. His language throughout reflects this: “My life is Yours”, “I lay it all down before You”, “There is a longing to know You more”, and “Chasing after You”. These aren’t just poetic lines; they are volitional worship declarations. His songwriting isn’t driven by trends or emotional highs; it’s grounded in a steady, faithful pursuit of the Divine.

This consistency of voice and heart has become Omoniyi’s signature, and the impact is increasingly evident: “I Just Want You” recently debuted on the ASTEPFWD Official UK Christian Worship Chart, signaling not only its spiritual depth but also its resonance within the broader gospel community.