Gospel musician and pastor Cwesi Oteng has reflected on his journey into the music scene and how it led to the development of some enemies.
The “God Dey Bless Me” singer shared that his unique approach to urban and contemporary gospel, which distinguished him from the mainstream in the music industry, resulted in some individuals displaying animosity towards him.
In an interview with Joy Fm, he said “Contemporary gospel music was underground music. It was annual concerts at the National Theatre and conference centre. I emerged as a face of a generation. It wasn’t just music that did it for me. It was also videos and conversation. I came to deal with mental strongholds that were holding that community back, and so I became an enemy to the music industry,”
In addition, he raised the issue of his long absence from music award schemes.
“Ask yourself when was the last time I was nominated for any major award scheme,” he further told the host Kwame Dadzie.
Ghanaians are the enemies of their own advancement in the music industry, according to Cwesi, a gospel musician known for his adaptable style that embraces nontraditional models.
On the show, rapper Edem disclosed that certain individuals within the industry intentionally undermine artists for their personal gain.
He went on to say that Ghanaians should be proud of their creatives for whatever progress they have made.