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Obaapa Christy shines on ‘Let It Go
Obaapa Christy
Multiple award-winning Gospel musician Obaapa Christy is out with an English song Let It Go and it is fire.
The beautiful song written by Nana Franke is already doing well on some radio stations in Accra and beyond because of its uniqueness and how nice the song sounds to the ear.
Although her songs are mostly rendered in Twi Obaapa Christy did so well on the track as if she has been doing English songs for a long time.
Recorded by Osei Drummer, Let It Go which praises God will have a remix with some of the top musicians in Ghana. It is her wish that her latest song will be a hit soon because of the texture of the song.
It cuts across both the local and foreign market and Obaapa is bent on promoting it very well. It is her wish that her latest song will as always touch the hearts of her listeners and also be a testimony for them all
The Award-winning gospel artiste who celebrated two decades in the gospel industry is known for other songs like Moving Forward, Dabiaa, I Am Coming Out, The Glory, Wa Gye Me, Hyebre Sesafo among others
By Kofi Duah
Ghanaian dancehall artiste Charles Nii Armah Mensah, known as Shatta Wale, has won two awards at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) held in Florida over the weekend.
He picked up the Best African Dancehall Entertainer award as well as Concert of the Year for ShattaFest.
In a statement, Shatta Wale’s management expressed appreciation to the organisers and supporters of the awards.
“Management would like to sincerely appreciate the organisers of the IRAWMA awards for the recognition and continuous support for African music on the global stage.
“We also extend our deepest gratitude to fans across the world, especially the Shatta Movement fraternity, for their unwavering support, votes, and dedication throughout the years,” the statement said.
The statement added that the latest wins reaffirm the artiste’s position as one of Africa’s leading musical exports and a prominent figure in global dancehall culture.
The awards bring Shatta Wale’s total haul at the IRAWMA to 11, highlighting his continued presence on the international reggae and dancehall scene.
At last year’s edition, he won three awards: Best African Dancehall Entertainer, Best Music Video for “Killa Ji Mi”, and Best Crossover Song for “Commando” featuring Bounty Killer. -GNA
Legendary gospel artist Herty Ofori Borngreat is officially returning to the music scene after a 13-year hiatus, her management announced Wednesday.
The surprise announcement ends over a decade of absence from the music industry for the celebrated singer.
According to an official statement released by her management team, the upcoming comeback will feature a rollout of new music projects and various spirit-filled initiatives aimed at inspiring hope and connecting with believers globally.
“We are delighted to officially announce that Herty Ofori Borngreat is making a highly anticipated return to the gospel music scene,” the management team noted in a statement, expressing deep gratitude to fans and partners for their unwavering loyalty during her long absence.
They added, “We are confident that this comeback will be both impactful and memorable.”
Management has urged fans, the media, and the global gospel community to follow her official social media platforms for update.
No specific dates have been set for the first single, but updates are expected in the coming weeks.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
