During a short break following the wedding of Vestine Ishimwe, which took place on July 5, 2025, one half of the Vestine and Dorcas duo, their fans received a special gift: a new song titled “Emmanuel”, which premiered officially on MIE Music’s YouTube channel on July 17, 2025.

This song carries a deep message that shows how Jesus never abandons His people, even when the world turns against them. It’s filled with comforting words and promises that draw the listener into a spiritual atmosphere of faith—especially in how it explains that “Emmanuel” means “God is with us,” guiding, fighting our battles, and always ready to help.

Lyrics and Their Meaning in English
Here are the lyrics to the song “Emmanuel” along with their word-for-word meaning in English:
Verse 1
Kwa upande wako nitasimama himara
I will stand firm by your side.
Hata marafiki wanitenge
Even if friends abandon me,
Kila mahali nizatungukwa na neema

Everywhere I go, I will be surrounded by grace.
Nitazidiwa na nyimbo za sifa
I will be overwhelmed by songs of praise.
Nimeona waliopondwa wamerejeshwa tena
I have seen the crushed restored again.
Waliocoka hupata nguvu mpya

The weary have received new strength.
Roho tasa ziriokorewa kwa pumzi wako takatifu
Barren souls are saved by your Holy breath.
Kwa kila ajabu uliofanya, niliona sababu za kukuabudu.
For every miracle you have done, I saw reasons to worship you.

Kwenye kila chozi oliyofuta kuna ishara ya uku wako
In every tear you wiped away, there’s a sign of your greatness.
Ukiishi nami Yesu
If you are with me, Jesus,
Nimuogope nani Yesu
Who should I fear, Jesus?
Askari wangu Hodari (x2)

My Mighty Defender.
Bila masharti ulinichaguwa
You chose me without conditions.
Ulinipenda jinsi nilivyokuwa Emmanuel
You loved me as I was, Emmanuel.
Siwizije kuhisi kubarikiwa na wema wako kubwa uliomimina (x2)
I can’t help but feel blessed by your abundant goodness poured upon me.
Kwa juu yangu

Over my life.
Ooooooh Niligonga mlango
Ooooooh I knocked on the door.
Ooooooh ukanifunguliya
Ooooooh and you opened it for me.
Ooooh I will Glorify you
Oooooh I will glorify you.
I ‘go lift you high
I will lift you high.
Kwa uhuru nimepata

Because of the freedom I have received.
Verse 2
Umekaa nami katika zhoruba
You were with me in the storm.
Kupitia mwoto tumekuwa pamoja
Even through fire, we were together.
Myoyo yetu ilijaliwa na Woga.
Our hearts were filled with fear.
Huruma yako ikanikomboa

Your mercy rescued me.
Upendo wako ni ngao yangu
Your love is my shield.
Golliati hatanizowea
Goliath won’t get used to intimidating me.
Ushindi wako ni fahari yangu
Your victory is my pride.
Fimbo yako inaniongoza

Your rod guides me.
Mwana kondo mwenye miujiza
The Lamb who works miracles.
Ushindi wako ni fahari yangu
Your victory is my pride.
Kwa kila ajabu uliofanya.
For every miracle you have done.
Niliona sababu za kukuabudu.
I saw reasons to worship you.
Kwenye kila chozi oliyofuta

In every tear you wiped,
Kuna ishara ya uku wako
There is a sign of your greatness.
Bridge
Kwa pleasure na sorrow through every hollow
In joy and sorrow, through every valley.
I will always walk in steps you called me to follow
I will always walk in the steps you called me to follow.
Katika kila tatizo iwe kubwa ao dogo nitaweka Imani yangu yote kwako
In every trouble, big or small, I will place all my faith in you.

In many seasons when people feel broken or lost, a song like “Emmanuel” arrives as a heavenly answer. The sisters Vestine and Dorcas used words of hope to create a song full of comfort and a reminder that Jesus is with His people, even when the world has turned its back on them.

Watch the song "Emmanuel" on the MIE Music YouTube channel and listen to the special message it carries.