Ghanaian gospel act Obaapa Christy is making a plea to Ghanaians to pray for gospel musicians instead of overly bashing them when they go wrong.
This is because preaching the word of God through music does not make gospel artists angels. They are human too and are likely to make mistakes like everyone else.
The “Metease” hitmaker said chastising gospel musicians when they go wrong is not the way to go.
“There is no need to say all sorts of things to dampen their spirits. I sometimes hear not too good comments about gospel musicians when their issues come up, which can be very disheartening,” she said.
“Since we are gospel musicians, we are mere mortals and are bound to make mistakes too. Some media persons and Ghanaians dwell on the negatives instead of focusing on the positives. What is the point in rejoicing over someone’s downfall?” she queried.
Obaapa Christy also used the opportunity to advise her colleagues to place value on themselves so they are paid well like their secular counterparts who are said to strike better deals with event organisers.
“I always say that when you place value on yourself, no event organiser will pay you whatever they want but rather give what is due you when you are hired to perform. I have done this for over 20 years for anyone to pay me any amount. I am paid what I am due and that is because I am worth it,” she said.
Bouncing Back With Newly Released Song
Obaapa Christy has finally released her much-anticipated new release, titled “Ebesesa” which literarily translates as ‘it will change’. The song encourages listeners not to give up no matter the situation they are going through.
The new release came with a colourful and awe-inspiring music video published on the singer’s official YouTube channel. The last time Obaapa Christy released a new music video was two years ago when her mammoth hit single “The Glory” dropped.
Over the past two years, Obaapa Christy has been inactive in the new music market as she worked to repurpose some hit records from her expansive catalogue digitally.
Her long silence increased the anticipation from her fans, who couldn’t wait to be served by the gospel songstress. On February 1, 2024, the musician released her new single after close to a month of publicity. The colourful music video documents the song’s empowering message and Obaapa Christy’s journey through the highs and lows of life with the help of God.
She stated that COVID-19 changed the economy to date.
“We are in hard times and people are going through a lot. After COVID-19, a lot has changed and most people are not having it easy at all. This song which is accompanied by a video shot by Skyweb in Ghana gives hope to the hopeless. The lyrics are encouraging to make you know God is with you and will change your situation for you” she further added.
Netizens react to Obaapa Christy’s newly released song.
“Awwn as am being part of the first people who is watching this song, I tap into the grace and the breakthrough in this song.”
@realadepamary
“Beautiful and spirit-filled master from our Reverend and mother Obaapa Christy.”
@mcperrydarling6917
“The message is clear..in our struggles and battles lies our breakthroughs, trust God and hold on to faith…Bless you, mummy.”
@emmanuellastephaniegardine7100
“Powerful and Spirit-filled song. God is still God and will turn every situation around❤.”
@lydiayeboah7142
It was reported that Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie had hinted at a new collaboration with gospel singer Obaapa Christy.
Sarkodie called Obaapa Christy a legend and admitted that he had “given one of his favourite heartfelt verses” to the singer, whetting fans’ appetite for their collaboration.
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