Gospel musician Cwesi Oteng has opened up about the spiritual and emotional battles he faced when he first emerged onto the Ghanaian gospel music scene. In a deeply personal interview on Joy Prime’s Changes with Roselyn Felli, the acclaimed gospel artist recounted how some of his colleagues within the gospel fraternity attacked him—spiritually and emotionally—out of envy and fear.
Breaking Through with a Fresh Sound
When Cwesi Oteng burst onto the scene, his unique sound and uplifting lyrics in songs like I Win and God Dey Bless Me quickly captured the attention of gospel lovers. His style was refreshing—a bold mix of contemporary rhythms and faith-driven messages. But while fans embraced his innovation, some gospel musicians and industry insiders saw him as a threat.
“When I stepped out into gospel music, I was like a fresh idea and I started breaking a lot of grounds where gospel had not entered. Suddenly, doors were opening for gospel music. It also came with a lot of attacks,” Cwesi Oteng shared.
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Dark Allegations and Spiritual Warfare
The Favour hitmaker made a shocking revelation: according to him, some individuals went as far as taking his debut album to cemeteries and other spiritual places, attempting to block his rise to fame.
“They took my album to places; people took it to cemeteries,” he alleged, highlighting the extent of resistance he encountered—even from within the Church community.
He explained that his growing influence and departure from traditional gospel norms made some fellow musicians uneasy. The spiritual and emotional pushback was intense, causing long-lasting effects on his musical journey.
Impact on His Stardom
Despite the massive early success, the backlash Cwesi Oteng faced had lasting consequences. Over time, the buzz around his name began to fade, and his newer songs didn’t receive the same attention. The spiritual battles and criticism took a toll on his momentum, making it harder for him to maintain the same level of stardom.
Still, he remains hopeful and determined.
“You also want to live long and so when you realise that you would want to re-energize yourself. Stardom is really my thing; I can leave the scene, go and take care of myself for a year and come back,” he noted.
A Comeback with Purpose: ‘Favour’
Now, Cwesi Oteng is back—stronger, wiser, and with a renewed sense of purpose. His latest release, Favour, is not just a song; it’s a declaration of faith and a reminder to believers that they are deeply loved and blessed by God.
“‘Favour’ is my way of reminding people of how favored they are and why they must constantly declare it,” he shared.
Cwesi Oteng’s story powerfully reminds us of the unseen battles many artists face, especially those in the gospel music industry. His transparency sheds light on the cost of innovation, the pain of rejection, and the strength it takes to rise again.
As he reclaims his space in the Ghanaian music scene, fans and believers alike can look forward to more spirit-filled tracks from a man who has truly walked through the fire and come out refined.