Ghanian gospel musician, Apostle Lenny Akpadie, has decried the loss of spirituality in some contemporary gospel songs, stressing that the industry is losing its fire and becoming more carnal by the day.
The Most High God hit maker disclosed this while speaking to Roselyn Felli in an interview on Ghana TV station, Joy Prime’s Prime Morning. According to him, the gospel music industry which is being carnalised by the dressing and appearance of some gospel artistes, is leading people astray.
“Your attention is on the dress the ladies are wearing more than the message. You’re looking at how they move themselves and it’s so attractive that you lose the message. We are getting less and less of spiritualized sheep doing gospel music and introducing the world,” Akpadie said.
In recent years, there has been growing concern within the gospel music industry regarding the perceived loss of spirituality in some contemporary gospel songs. Akpadie’s remarks shed light on a broader issue within the gospel music genre, where the balance between spiritual message and commercial appeal has become increasingly blurred.
While some argue that contemporary gospel music has evolved to cater to changing tastes and preferences, others believe that it has strayed from its core purpose of spreading the message of faith and spirituality.
Highlighting the shift in focus towards more secular themes among some gospel artistes, Akpadie berated the direction of gospel music in today’s world, stressing that some artistes, including Empress Gifty and others, have veered towards a more carnal approach in their music.
“Your attention is on the dress the ladies are wearing more than the message. You’re looking at how they move themselves and it’s so attractive that you lose the message. We are getting less and less of spiritualized sheep doing gospel music and introducing the world,” he said.
