Ghanaian Gospel artist, Celestine Donkor, has opened up about how she deals with criticisms and negative feedback, particularly in the gospel community.
Celestine revealed that she has learned to pick her battles and focus on positive energy.
“I am naturally somebody who says exactly what is on my mind. My dad is like that, and I have his blood, unfortunately, but I’ve grown to, or I’ve matured to understand that it’s not everything that you can say.”
Celestine Donkor
Celestine Donkor further shared a personal experience where she posted a picture with her husband, only to receive a negative comment.
“So when I hear criticism or I read it, like for example, I posted my husband and I our picture on a very nice day that my husband did me good and I felt like posting our picture, you know, appreciating him and I posted our picture, to motivate him to do more.
“And then somebody went to comment on the picture that ‘stop disturbing us with this post. You, your own too, will not last.’ I studied linguistics so I can write. You know, I would have taken my time to write and reply, but Mr. Donkor no go gree.”
Celestine Donkor
The gospel artist emphasized the importance of focusing on positive vibes. “I think people must be told exactly what they need to be told, you know,” she stated.
“But I’ve matured enough to understand that you don’t have to reply to everything. It’s not everything you have to follow. It is important to focus on those who are giving you a positive vibe, even if it is 1%. It is enough to keep your power and fuel going. That’s what I’ve resolved. In short, I’m unbothered.”
Celestine Donkor
Celestine’s approach to handling criticism is a testament to her growth and maturity as an artist. By choosing to focus on positivity, she is able to maintain her energy and continue doing what she loves.
Celestine Donkor Explains What Constitutes a Gospel Song
The Ghanaian Gospel artist waded into the conversation about the Telecel Ghana Music Awards’ rule that bans non-gospel artists from being nominated in its gospel music categories.
Celestine explained what constitutes a gospel song.
“What makes a gospel song, according to me, what I understand is when the content is sort of affiliated to God or, you know, connected to something about God or something that, you know, using godliness to encourage people or to inspire people or to communicate some sort of advice. And that is what we in quotes do here as gospel.”
Celestine Donkor
Asked if Ras Kuuku’s song ‘Me Mpaebo’ is a gospel song, she replied, “It’s a gospel song. Yes, it’s a gospel song. It’s a very nice song.”
Celestine cited Kwabena Kwabena’s song ‘Bue Kwan Mame’ as an example, saying that although it may not be traditionally considered a gospel song.
“For instance, Kwabena Kwabena’s ‘Bue kwan Mame, ’ I found myself singing that song a couple of times because at a point where you need God to open the doors for you, the song will make sense to you, you understand.”
Celestine Donkor
In other news, Celestine Donkor has released her new single ‘Amazing’ and is gearing up for the 11th edition of Celestial Praiz, scheduled for March 9th at 3:55 pm.
The event will feature an impressive lineup of gospel artists from Ghana, Nigeria, and South Africa, including Minister GUC, Zaza, Rev Dadson, and Kwaku Teye at the Victory Bible church. Tickets are available for 60 GHS (regular), 150 GHS (VIP), 200 GHS (family of 5), and 110 GHS (couple).
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