(Oya, ginger!)
(Yeah, it’s a big day for my superstar)
John Theodore, my heart, my crown
We celebrate you today, baby boy
Two years today, time move so fast
The love wey I get, e dey built to last
From the moment you arrive, life change for me
You be the best part, the light that I see
My little gentleman, with the brightest smile
To hold you close, boy, I go walk the mile
Chai, see gobe, you represent grace
Everything better when I see your face
Happy birthday, John Theodore, today
God crown you with mercy all of the way
My sunshine, my blessing, my joy in the morning
Life full of favor, no time for the mourning
E choke! You dey shine so bright
Happy birthday, my star, my delight
May the Lord order your steps everywhere you go
May your wisdom expand and your confidence grow
You be the seed of greatness, my darling son
The race of your life has only just begun
No dulling, no wahala, just pure bliss
My prayers for you, sealed with a mother’s kiss
See this one oh, the boy is a king
Celebrate the melody that you bring
Happy birthday, John Theodore, today
God crown you with mercy all of the way
My sunshine, my blessing, my joy in the morning
Life full of favor, no time for the mourning
E choke! You dey shine so bright
Happy birthday, my star, my delight
Grace over you, from your head to your toe
In the kingdom of God, you continue to grow
Omo, you are favored, you are chosen and fine
Forever and ever, you will always shine
Happy birthday, John Theodore, today
God crown you with mercy all of the way
My sunshine, my blessing, my joy in the morning
Life full of favor, no time for the mourning
E choke! You dey shine so bright
Happy birthday, my star, my delight
Yeah, John Theodore!
Two years, many more to go
Keep growing in the grace of God, my boy
No competition, you the baddest!
(Abeg, let the music play!)
Happy birthday, baby!