The song's global reach is a testament to its enduring power and relevance. African Praise Loop 21 has been sung by believers in churches and worship centers from Tokyo to New York, and its influence can be heard in many areas of global music.
This loop encodes the rhythm of "clapping hands" and "shouting for joy." Using this loop psychologically primes the listener to move. A congregation that hears Loop 21 underneath a Hammond organ will naturally begin to clap on the off-beats, a hallmark of the African diaspora musical aesthetic. African Praise Loop 21