Lamisi Recalls Emotional Return to Stage After Childbirth
Ghanaian singer and songwriter Lamisi has shared a deeply personal account of how she made her return to the music stage after childbirth, revealing both the encouragement and criticism she received within the entertainment industry.
Speaking in an interview on What Dey Happen on ZED FM, the “Moma Yendodo” hitmaker recounted how an industry figure identified as Kojo Soboh reached out to her with an opportunity to perform at an international-level event shortly after she had given birth.
“There was this person, Kojo Soboh, who called me,” she said. “He said, ‘I hear you have a baby, but are you ready to sing? Are you ready to perform?’”
Lamisi admitted she was initially unsure about returning to the stage, citing the physical and emotional demands of motherhood. “I told him yes, I can sing, but I was home and didn’t look like myself,” she explained. “He said, ‘Don’t worry, I will get you a stylist, dancers, a hairstylist, and makeup artists. Just confirm you are ready to sing.’”
According to her, the production team went on to organise rehearsals, choreography sessions at Noyang, and outfit consultations with designer Kelvin Senyo, ensuring she was fully prepared for the performance.
“Everything was done properly,” she recalled. “That was one of the performances where I truly felt like an artist. I was treated like a real professional.”
The performance, which was pre-recorded due to COVID-19 restrictions, became a turning point in her career after childbirth. Lamisi said the experience made her feel valued not only as a mother but as an artiste with enduring talent.
“He even laughed and said, ‘Have you seen childbirth? It’s not easy,’” she said. “We laughed about it, but I felt he really understood what I was going through.”
She noted that the support she received from some industry players contrasted sharply with negative reactions from others who doubted her ability to return to music after becoming a mother.
“Some people were supportive, but others were very negative,” she said. “But that moment made me realise there are still people who look beyond motherhood and see your talent first.”
Lamisi added that the experience reinforced her belief in resilience and the importance of supportive networks for female artistes balancing motherhood and career demands.
“For me, it showed that if you are willing and capable, there are people who will still give you the platform,” she said.
