Renowned Ghanaian gospel artiste, Joyce Blessing, has spoken out against the belief that consuming secular music is spiritually harmful for Christians
Some stakeholders in the gospel music industry, including veteran gospel musician Apostle Lenny Akpadie, have expressed strong disapproval of Christians singing secular songs, arguing that it contradicts the Christian faith.
However, in an interview with 3FM, the ‘I Swerve’ singer described such claims as ‘hypocrisy.’
According to her, many secular songs are motivational and can be appreciated by Christians for the positive messages they convey.
It’s not correct, it’s hypocrisy to say that. There are secular songs that are motivational,” Joyce Blessing stated.
She cited examples of inspirational songs by various artistes, including Akwaboah, whose music she described as uplifting, and Sarkodie, whose verse in a collaboration with Black Sherif she found motivational. She also mentioned Stonebwoy’s song ‘Strength and Hope’ as another example.
Joyce Blessing emphasised that not all secular music is negative, and many songs can offer motivation and encouragement.
“So it’s not every secular song that is evil. Some of these songs motivate us,” she added.
