In a bold and beautiful celebration of faith and heritage, J-town musical sensation Debbie Lex has unveiled her highly anticipated Christmas single—“Nkamshi Ba Cit”—a moving nativity hymn rendered entirely in Tarok, one of Plateau State’s rich indigenous languages.
Marking a historic moment in Nigerian gospel music, the song retells the timeless story of Jesus Christ’s birth through lush melodies, traditional inflections, and heartfelt vocals that echo the joy, wonder, and divine hope of the season. Even for listeners unfamiliar with Tarok, the emotion in Debbie Lex’s voice—and the song’s gentle, reverent arrangement—speaks straight to the soul.
“Nkamshi Ba Cit” (which translates to “The Story of Christ”) is more than a holiday track—it’s a cultural offering, a bridge between sacred tradition and contemporary worship. By choosing to sing the Christmas story in Tarok, Debbie Lex honors her roots while inviting the world into an intimate, localized encounter with the nativity.
“This song is my gift to my people—and to everyone who believes in the miracle of Christmas,” said Lex. “I wanted the message of Christ’s birth to resonate in our own tongue, with our own rhythms, so our children can see their language and culture reflected in worship.”
Stream “Nkamshi Ba Cit” this holiday season and let the spirit of Christmas be heard—in Tarok, in joy, and in truth.
