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31 Oct

Obaapa Christy: My Voice Is A Legacy

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THANKS to her brash or what others might call pushy or assertive style of presentation and a vocal style that tends to be loud though not unpleasant, there is no doubt Gospel sensation Obaapa Christy was in her element when she hit the limelight some 22 years ago. The essence of Gospel music is mainly to uplift and encourage followers of the Christian faith. However, Obaapa singing mostly material, yet staying within the realm, faced some criticisms for ‘diluting’ the standard Gospel music at the time. Unfazed and with determination, the Hyebre Sesa Fo hit-maker rendered her material the best…

04 Sep

Obaapa Christy Replies Ex-Husband

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Following the attacks from her ex-husband, Pastor Love, on social media, gospel musician Obaapa Christy has responded accordingly. Earlier, in reaction to Obaapa Christy’s claim that he had no role in writing her hit songs, Pastor Love took to social media, unleashing a barrage of accusations and insults at the gospel singer. His comments, filled with vulgar language, heavy insults, and curses, have shocked and disturbed many netizens. This has led to condemnation, with many people criticising Pastor Love for ‘crossing the line’. However, in response to this, Obaapa Christy has firmly rejected the curses and allegations made against her.…

26 Aug

I Don’t Have Any Bad Blood With My Ex-Husband – Obaapa Christy

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Gospel artistObaapa Christy recently discussed her past relationship with her ex-husband, Pastor Love, in a widely circulated interview. She credited him with significantly advancing her career, noting that while neither of them could write songs independently, they collaborated closely to develop and refine their music. “I would say he played a major role in my career. Like me, he can’t write songs, but he would bring ideas, and together we fine-tuned them to produce the songs we created,” she said. Obaapa Christy also addressed the nature of her current relationship with Pastor Love, acknowledging that despite not having seen him recently, they…

05 Dec

Sarkodie And Obaapa Christy Hint At A Gospel Collaboration

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Rap icon Michael Owusu Addo better known as Sarkodie has revealed that he has collaborated with gospel powerhouse Obaapa Christy on a yet-to-be-released track. This unexpected pairing marks a significant departure from Sarkodie’s usual style, and fans are eagerly awaiting the release of the song. Sarkodie, known for his hard-hitting lyrics and flow, has long been a dominant force in the African hip-hop scene. Revealing the news of the collaboration on X, the ‘Adonai’ rapper said, “Gave one of my fav heartfelt verses to the legend Obaapa Christy”. Obaapa Christy openly expressed her admiration for Sarkodie despite his focus on…

03 Aug

Obaapa Christy Discloses The Two Things She Misses Whenever She Travels Abroad

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Ghanaian singer, Obaapa Christy, has revealed what she misses the most whenever she travels abroad. The gospel musician told Amansan Krakye in an interview on Property FM in Cape Coast that Ghanaian local dishes are what makes her miss the country the most. She also stressed the 'good treat' she usually receives from Ghanaians abroad as another thing she misses the most. “Whenever I travel abroad what makes me miss Ghana the most is our Ghanaian local dishes and how Ghanaians pamper me. Even though whenever I’m outside Ghana people also do pamper me but just like our elders say that’s…

02 Jun

I Sometimes Derive My Songs From Personal Experiences – Obaapa Christy

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Musicians have different ways of getting inspired to create songs and Gospel artiste, Obaapa Christy has revealed hers. Speaking in a virtual interview with Amansan Krakye, Obaapa Christy said music, particularly her style, is all composed of various life experiences. “I do sometimes sing some of my gospel songs from personal experience that I get but God gives me all the songs through so many ways,” she said on Property FM in Cape Coast. “When I’m happy, I’m able to get a song from that, when I’m sad, also I get a song from it, whilst having a conversation with someone, I can get…

24 May

I Don’t Do ‘Ekutia’ Songs To Settle Personal Scores – Obaapa Christy

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Obaapa Christy formerly known as Christiana Love, a seasoned gospel musician, has said she neither casts insinuations or uses her songs to settle personal scores. Many people have noted that after Obaapa Christy divorced his former husband, Pastor Love, most of her songs have sought to attack him indirectly known in the local parlance as ‘Ekutia’. Speaking to Amansan Krakye in an interview, she denied “Never, I don’t cast insinuations or use my songs to settle personal scores and the reason being that anything that comes which isn’t from God doesn’t last. “The heart I use in doing music is…

23 May

Churches Paid Me Gh¢10 When I Started – Obaapa Christy

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Ghanaian gospel singer, Obaapa Christy, has recounted when she started performing in churches during her early days. Talking to Amansan Krakye on Property FM in Cape Coast, the ‘Glory’ crooner said she was paid Gh¢10.0 which was made up of torn Gh¢1.0 notes. “When I started singing at churches at the beginning of my career when nobody actually knew me, sometimes after performing it was difficult to be paid after the event. “Sometimes I had to walk back home after performing at the church and that time I was paid with one cedi notes and I remember that very well,” she…

26 Apr

Dictation Was A Headache During My School Days – Obaapa Christy

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Ghanaian gospel musician Obaapa Christy has revealed that she faced several challenges while growing up, including struggling to make a living and experiencing difficulties with her education. The musician, in a panel discussion on UTV's United Showbiz programme on Saturday, April 22, 2023, recounted how she used to sell second-hand clothing in Sefwi during vacations to help support her family. She added that, despite her humble beginnings, she never imagined that she would achieve the level of success that she has today. The musician also admitted that she struggled with her education, specifically with spelling. "I was the one that whenever there…

25 Apr

Makeup Is Not Easy, Costume Is Expensive – Gospel Star Obaapa Christy Explains Why She Can’t Perform For Free

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Renowned Ghanaian gospel artist, Obaapa Christy has spoken out about the challenges of being a performer in the music industry, revealing that she charges for her performances due to the expenses involved in getting ready for shows. Speaking in a recent interview, the award-winning singer explained that the cost of makeup and costumes alone can be significant and that these expenses are often overlooked by those outside the industry. “From Day 1, when I began singing and granting interviews, I was asked if I charge before performing at shows…’And I said Yes, I charge, they ask, as a Christian why do you…