“There Is Nothing Wrong with Collaborating with Secular Artists” – Ceccy Twum

Ghanaian gospel artist Ceccy Twum has expressed her belief that there is no harm in gospel musicians working with secular artists, as long as the collaboration does not compromise their values.

Speaking with GhanaWeb TV during Piesie Esther’s “Made by Grace” concert, Ceccy emphasized that the key to such collaborations is ensuring that gospel artists maintain their influence over secular musicians, rather than being swayed by them.

“There’s nothing wrong with collaborating with secular musicians. But my advice is that you shouldn’t let them overshadow you,” she said.

“You should have an impact on them, don’t let them have an impact on you. As gospel artists, we need to win souls for Christ and embrace them to continue spreading the gospel.”

Ceccy also shared her perspective on gospel musicians charging for their performances.

She argued that, while the Bible encourages giving freely, gospel artists should still charge for events to cover expenses such as venue costs and costumes, ensuring they can continue their work without financial strain.

“If we don’t charge, we will end up using our own money to sponsor these events and there will be nothing left,” she explained.

The “Mekomanim” singer’s comments come after her appearance at Piesie Esther’s highly successful “Made by Grace” concert held on November 3, 2024, at the Accra International Conference Centre.

The event was attended by key figures such as MP Sam George and featured performances from top artists like Kuami Eugene, Perez Musik, and Amy Newman, making it a memorable evening for gospel music lovers.

Through her remarks, Ceccy Twum highlights the need for gospel artists to maintain their integrity while embracing opportunities for collaboration and ensuring their work remains financially sustainable.