Veteran gospel performer Esther Smith from Ghana has discussed the motivation behind her most recent album, “Wanimonyam So.” The singer said in an interview with Giovanni Caleb on 3FM Drive that she was inspired by how the Glory of God supported her in trying circumstances.
So, I composed this song when I was in Germany with my child, who has a heart condition, and I was coming home from shopping, the singer explained. The items I was holding were too much for me to handle. then I ran into two individuals who asked if they could assist me in Dutch. I nodded in agreement and turned to look for them after they had helped me and I had thanked them, but they were not to be seen. I was alarmed and questioned if this how God can send his angels to come in human form to help us. So, that is how I came about the song.”
The singer also sent out some words of advice to upcoming musicians to always listen to God, citing her previous marriage as an example.
“I want to tell musicians and all those coming into the industry that it may look nice, but it is not easy. There are many consequences. I wanted to get married, but my dad advised that it will not help me (at that time). I did not listen. On my wedding day, my dad brought “macho” men. We also went for soldiers. At the end of the day, it nearly ended in death. That is why the Bible says to honour your parents so you shall live long. I have suffered. I nearly lost my life. Sometimes as musicians, God gives us words that are too strong, and they come with consequences.”
She added, “I will advise that whatever you want to do, no matter your anointing, ask God because irrespective of your anointing if someone evil comes your way and you don’t ask God, you will fall into a trap.”
The veteran musician has released her album, “Wanimonyam So”, available on music platforms.
