I’m Proud to Be a Pioneer of Urban Gospel in Ghana – Kingzkid

By Esther Korantemaa Offei

Award-winning Ghanaian urban gospel artiste Kingzkid has expressed gratitude for being recognised as one of the pioneers of Ghana’s urban gospel movement, saying the genre’s growth was driven by a collective effort, although he is humbled by those who consider him its figurehead.

Speaking in an interview, Kingzkid acknowledged the growing perception that he led the urban gospel revolution but stressed that the movement succeeded because of the contributions of many artistes.

“I definitely was, or I’m one of the people who got used. Some were more in the limelight than others, but it was a team effort. Every revolution has a figurehead as well, so if people want to say that it was me, why not? I’m humble enough to accept it,” he said.

The musician revealed that his journey into urban gospel began while he was a Level 200 student at Central University, where he released his first single before later dropping the hit song “I Got My Jesus On” after graduation.

According to him, pursuing gospel music required significant sacrifices, including putting aside other ambitions to focus entirely on what he believes was a divine assignment.

“I knew that God wanted to change the perception of gospel music, and I also knew that someone had to make the sacrifice. It required doing it wholeheartedly, with all the energy, so it could become what it is today,” he stated.

Kingzkid noted that the influence of urban gospel is now evident across Ghana’s gospel industry, with both contemporary and traditional gospel musicians embracing modern styles and connecting with younger audiences.

He praised emerging talents such as KobbySalm, Scott Evans, Team Eternity Ghana, Joe Church and Rush the High Priest for contributing to the continued growth of the genre.

Offering advice to aspiring gospel musicians, Kingzkid urged them to pursue ministry rather than fame. “Don’t go into it because of the fame. Those who do get frustrated after two or three years if things don’t work out. It should be about understanding that this is an assignment,” he said.

He added that success in gospel music depends more on commitment than motivation. “Motivation comes and goes, but commitment stays,” Kingzkid concluded.