There’s beauty in watching an artist grow, blossom, and return time and again with songs that move the heart and spirit. This is Mabena’s fourth appearance here on the blog, and each time she arrives, she leaves behind a glow that remains. With every release, I find myself more impressed with her catalogue, her devotion, and the way she allows music to become a testimony and a lifeline. Now, with her second release, “My Very Help,” Mabena offers us a sanctuary.
The track opens gently, carried by soul-stirring instrumentations that breathe warmth and reverence. Subtle keys and layered tones set the foundation, while Mabena’s initial vocalizations; soft, yearning, and rich with feeling draw you in as though she’s whispering a prayer before the first light of dawn. It’s the kind of opening that doesn’t demand attention but earns it, preparing you for the heartfelt journey ahead.
Mabena’s vocals are captivating. Her delivery carries a soulful steadiness, swelling with intensity in the refrain “You are my God, my very help, a very present help you are.” Each repetition feels like a declaration, a lifting of hands in worship, and she balances strength with gentleness in a way that allows you to experience her personal story and their reflection through the music.
At its core, “My Very Help” is a song of testimony, gratitude, and reliance on God’s faithfulness. Mabena pours herself into the lyrics with sincerity: “When I was lost and I didn’t know what to do… you showed up.” The vulnerability in her voice here feels less like performance and more like an offering; a recounting of those moments when human strength falters and divine help becomes the only anchor.
Production-wise, the Ghanaian influence shines beautifully. The instrumentation is warm and organic, rooted in the soil of gospel traditions while embracing modern soul textures. Gentle percussive layers and atmospheric keys give the track a fullness without ever overwhelming Mabena’s voice, leaving space for her words to breathe and resonate. The way the music carries her—just as she sings of God carrying her, is a testament to thoughtful, spirit-led production.
One of the most moving moments comes when she sings: “You lift me up and carry me, and take me places of the unknown.” There’s a weightless quality in her delivery here, almost as if her voice is being lifted, too. You can hear faith becoming melody, turning uncertainty into a song of trust. By the time she reaches the spoken-word close—testifying that God is “a faithful father, a very present help in time of need,” you’re left feeling as though you’ve been part of a prayer circle, not just listening to a song.
To me, Mabena is a vessel of spirit and song. Each release she brings forth has a way of reminding me and I’m sure many others—that music can be healing, it can be worship, it can be an embrace when words alone aren’t enough. “My Very Help” is exactly that: an embrace. A very big kudos to Mabena on this release as her voice continues to be a light. With this song, she’s given us yet another reason to believe, to hope, and to sing.
Listen to “My Very Help” on Spotify
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