{
  "id": 3183477,
  "title": "My switch from Highlife to Gospel disappointed people – Ofori Amponsah",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/my-switch-from-highlife-to-gospel-disappointed-people-ofori-amponsah",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-25T03:47:22.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Chronicle Ghana",
    "slug": "the-chronicle-ghana",
    "url": "https://thechronicle.com.gh/my-switch-from-highlife-to-gospel-disappointed-people-ofori-amponsah/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ghanaian highlife artist Samuel Ofori Amponsah discussed his recent shift from highlife music to gospel during an interview with Nana Romeo on Atuu on August 22, 2026. Despite his constant connection to God, he does not attend church regularly. Ofori Amponsah emphasized that nurturing a close relationship with God is more vital than merely attending church services. He believes that being close to God surpasses attending church and is the most significant aspect one should pursue. His interview revealed that leaving highlife for gospel music disappointed some of his fans. He admitted making mistakes and letting people down at various points in his life, mentioning this career change as one of those disappointments. The musician cited personal struggles and the pressure associated with fame as the reasons behind his decision, asserting that his decision was essential to his survival. Ofori Amponsah appealed to his fans for forgiveness, disclosing that he couldn't explain the personal reasons behind his career switch at that time. He hopes to write a book in the future, which would shed light on the choices he made during that period, allowing people to better understand the significance of his decisions.",
  "summary": "Highlife Artiste Samuel Ofori Amponsah has opened up about the personal struggles that influenced his decision to temporarily move from highlife music to gospel. Speaking to Nana Romeo on Atuu on August 22, 2026, the “Otoolege” hitmaker said his relationship with God remains an important part of his life, even though he does not necessarily […] The post My switch from Highlife to Gospel…",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}