Empress Gifty Reveals How Late Mother Inspired New Musical Direction

Gospel musician Empress Gifty has disclosed that her late mother’s long-standing advice played a major role in her decision to embrace a new musical style through her latest song, Sunsum Ndwom.

The singer, who is widely known for her reggae and highlife-influenced gospel music, revealed that her mother had encouraged her for almost 20 years to explore a different genre that she believed would better bring out her musical abilities.

Speaking in an interview on Joy Prime, Empress Gifty admitted that despite her mother’s repeated encouragement, she had failed to take the advice seriously because of her stubborn nature.

However, following her mother’s death, the musician began reflecting on their past conversations, particularly an emotional encounter during the production of her last music video.

She recalled that her mother, who was battling ill health at the time, had accompanied her thoughts with excitement as she watched her perform during the shoot. Her mother’s remarks during that moment left a lasting impression on her.

Empress Gifty said that after they returned home, her mother once again advised her to revisit the musical style she had been encouraging her to pursue, insisting that it would allow her true talent and identity to shine.

“She said, ‘I’ve taught you to go back to this life. This is you. They will see the Empress, they will see the gifting more in you,’” she recounted.

The singer explained that the conversation continued to resonate with her after her mother’s passing, eventually influencing her decision to make a change in her musical career.

She subsequently reached out to her collaborator, Edem, and shared a dream she had experienced about the genre and the kind of song she wanted to create. According to her, Edem supported the idea and encouraged her to move forward with the project.

She also sought guidance from her spiritual father, who interpreted the dream as a sign that it was the appropriate time for her to pursue the new musical direction.

Empress Gifty’s latest release, Sunsum Ndwom, marks her exploration of soul music, representing a departure from the reggae and highlife-inspired gospel sounds that have largely defined her career.

For the musician, the new venture carries a deeper personal meaning, as it fulfils a desire her late mother had expressed for many years while giving audiences an opportunity to experience a different side of her artistry.

Source :Adom Online