Obaapa Christy has drawn a firm line between friendship and professionalism when it comes to her gospel performances. The renowned singer insists that every appearance, no matter the relationship, comes with a fee.
Speaking on UTV’s cooking program, the Ghanaian gospel singer revealed that her policy stems from lessons learned throughout her career and the responsibility of sustaining her craft. She considers both music and ministry to be her full-time profession, deserving of financial respect.
“I will actually stand and take my money before I leave. Even if I know the person, I will still take it. That’s because I’ve learnt my lessons on certain things. The most important thing is me delivering exactly what I’m expected to do,” she said.
She pointed out that, while many expect her to sing for free, they overlook the costs she personally absorbs to make her performances possible. “That’s my job and that’s what God has blessed me with, so if I don’t charge, how then will I feed? When someone has a problem and they seek help from me, it’s the same money that I would use to assist the person,” Christy emphasized.
For those who say her pricing undermines her spirituality, she responded that her rates reflect her level of experience and the brand she has built. “I won’t be on TV and say I don’t charge; I do. When someone charges less for an event, it doesn’t mean I should also take less amount of money. There are levels to everything, and in this job we do, I’ve been able to build my brand so I’m different from others who charge less,” she stated.
Obaapa Christy further explained that her fees cover practical necessities such as fuel and logistics.
“When people book me, I will definitely buy fuel before getting to the location, so I’m supposed to get paid so that I can fund those petty things. From the beginning of my journey, I’ve always been very particular about the money,” she added.
Watch her remarks below.
