Pelumi Deborah, the gifted Nigerian gospel music artist, unveiled “Erujeje,” a powerful collaboration featuring the esteemed Nigerian gospel minister Bukola Bekes, on February 25, 2025, as part of Pelumi Deborah’s You Are Here EP. The title “Erujeje” is a Yoruba word meaning “Fearful God” or “Awesome God,” and the song serves as a profound declaration of God’s majestic power, reverence, and sovereignty. It firmly aligns with Pelumi Deborah’s characteristic Gospel and Worship genres, infused with the vibrant sounds of African Gospel, and is greatly enhanced by Bukola Bekes’s renowned anointing and powerful vocal delivery. The track was distributed by ONErpm.
The unique impact of “Erujeje” lies in its ability to usher listeners into an atmosphere of deep reverence and awe before the magnificent presence of God. The collaboration between Pelumi Deborah’s earnest worship and Bukola Bekes’s commanding and seasoned vocals creates a rich, layered sound that deeply resonates and evokes a sense of God’s overwhelming might. The song stands out by focusing on the ‘fearfulness’ of God in a positive, reverential sense—acknowledging His unmatched power and authority. This track solidifies Pelumi Deborah’s rising profile in the Nigerian gospel music scene, showcasing her capacity to craft anthems that not only inspire worship but also foster a profound, humbling awareness of God’s supreme majesty.
