MUSIC+LYRICS: Debola Akran - Gratitude

Debola Akran Releases Inspiring New Single “Gratitude,” a Celebration of Faith, Life and Hope

UK-based Nigerian recording artist and songwriter Debola Akran continues to make his mark with music that reflects gratitude, purpose, faith, and the enduring power of hope. Following the release of “Faithful God” in 2021 and his 2026 single “SHINE,” the talented artist returns with a heartfelt new song titled “Gratitude.”

With a distinctive approach that combines heartfelt storytelling, uplifting inspiration, and contemporary musical expression, Debola Akran creates songs that speak to the realities of everyday life while encouraging listeners to remain hopeful through every season.

“Gratitude” is a beautiful reflection on life, resilience, faith, and the quiet strength that enables people to keep moving forward even when the journey becomes difficult. The song captures those seasons when uncertainty surrounds us, when the waiting seems longer than expected, and when the answers to our prayers appear delayed. Yet, despite the challenges, there remains a reason to keep believing.

At its heart, “Gratitude” is an invitation to pause and recognize the blessings that are often overlooked. It encourages listeners to look back at their journey, appreciate how far they have come, and acknowledge the victories, answered prayers, and unexpected miracles that have already become part of their story.

The song carries a simple but profound message: sometimes, the very things we are currently praying for are things we once prayed to receive. In the busyness of life, it can be easy to focus on what is still missing while forgetting to appreciate what has already been received.

“Gratitude” therefore serves as a timely reminder to count our blessings, celebrate life, and remain thankful regardless of the season. Being alive, still standing, still breathing, and still believing is itself a reason to give thanks.

Through this release, Debola Akran encourages listeners to embrace gratitude not only during moments of celebration but also during seasons of waiting and uncertainty. His message is clear: if you are still here, there is definitely something to be grateful for.

With “Gratitude,” Debola Akran continues to use his music as a source of encouragement, reminding audiences that hope can survive difficult seasons and that every journey contains reasons to be thankful.

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Lyrics: Gratitude by Debola Akran

VERSE 1

Different faces

Different places

Countless verses

Many roads

Chase your dreams

Different phases

And I see you

You’re still breathing

Still believing

Through many things

I’m so glad

That you’re here

In the high and low

You’re not alone

Many nights

Empty thoughts and silent prayers

Days of waiting

Faith was shaking

Yet you’re standing

Waiting won’t last

Keep your head up

And be grateful

Chorus

You should be grateful

Forever grateful

Look what you prayed for

Undeniable

God is so faithful

Forever faithful

VERSE 2

On the mountain

You, be singing Hallelujah

In the valley you’d be raising your voice to God

Don’t forget to count your blessings

Every morning

Your days are better when you start out

With gratitude

HOOK

If you’re grateful clap

Everybody clap

Grateful clap

BRIDGE

Oya everybody

Don’t you worry

Count your blessings

Everybody grateful

Don’t you stop believing

Every morning count your blessing

Everybody grateful