Rather of harshly denouncing gospel singers for straying from their beliefs, well-known Ghanaian gospel musician Christiana Twene, better known by her stage name Obaapa Christy, has encouraged Ghanaians to pray for them.She asserts that gospel musicians who use music to preach the word of God are not infallible and that they are just like everyone else in that they are human.
On Monday, January 29, 2024, the music diva stated in an exclusive interview with Graphic Showbiz that criticizing gospel artists when they make mistakes is not the wisest course of action.
“There is no need saying all sorts of things to dampen their spirits. I sometimes hear not too good comments about gospel musicians when their issues come up and they can be very disheartening.
“Inasmuch as we are gospel musicians, we are mere mortals and we 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 asked.
The “Hyebre Sesafo” hitmaker also took advantage of the occasion to counsel her peers to value themselves in order to receive competitive pay, similar to that of their secular counterparts who allegedly negotiate better rates with event organizers.
“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 just pay me any amount. I am paid what I am due and that is because I am worth it,” she said.
