About few years ago, this writer was invited to an all night service by
Holy Fire Dynanic Word International, Bronx, NY. Among the Praise and
Worship team leading the service was a petite lady called Charlotte Forkuoh.
Her voice was so powerful that everyone was impressed at the service. After
the service, the writer commended Charlotte for such a gift and encouraged
her to take her music talent to another level. Charlotte has indeed
followed the advice, worked on her 10-track debut album; "ONYAME MABA" and
finally launched it. The launching took place under the distingushed
chairmanship of Rev. Bishop Akwasi Agyeman Prempeh. When Charlotte was
introduced, she sung the second track of her album; "Wodi Masem" which sent
chills to many present and became emotional as tears were flowing. After
the launching; the writer impressed with her matured voice immediately
coined her the nickname; The Gospel Princess and decided
to add her to the list of current and upcoming artistes under his A&R
management (Steve Kelly, Akwadaa, Kwaku Nsonoma, Owudinii, Kwesoul, Nana
Bediako, Aretha Grant, Vivian Ofori to name a few).
Charlotte "The Gospel Princess" started singing as a little girl and
throughout her life she had been dreaming about becoming a gospel musician.
She uttered; "As matter of fact Jehovah has let it come to pass". Raised by
her father and came to the USA at the age of 16 years. She has completed
Manhattan Community H/S and currently in college pursuing Nursing.
Charlotte's debut album was produced by Ms Juliana Wiafe (Asew) and consists
of the following titles; "Onyame maba, "Wo di masem, Wo Asem No,
Nyame YE, Nyame Biara Nte Se Wo, David Nyame, MAKA MASEM, MEDO AWURADE, I
WILL PRAISE YOU.
The inspiration behind some of her titles on the album are:
TRACK 2 - "WO DI MASEM"
According to Charlotte, track 2 came about the pains she suffered growing up
and thought all hope was lost. But Jehovah came to her rescue and she
immediately started singing the song. Suddenly in a haste, went to the
studio and recorded it. This song is a reminisce of the inspirational and
chart topping hit; "Awurade Kasa" her magnificent voice send shivers to
listeners spine. Anyone who listens to this song cry with emotions. It is
a song to play when in pain, sorrow or need to be closer to the almighty to
hear a humble cry.
TRACK 6 - "David Nyame"-
She said, she was in the kitchen cooking when she heard a voice; "He is the
light of the world, I wrote it down, the holy spirit helped me arrange it
and recorded it too". The song is backed by a R&B sound. Check out the
chorus; "Ah oh me Nyame, Nyame, wonti na ma ba ooh" - Oh my Lord it is
because of you that I have come.
TRACK 8 - "WONE NYAME"
According Charlotte, "I know there is nothing that God can never do I came
up with this track bacause if God does something for you, you have to praise
him" The song is a mixture of R&B, Jazz and Reggae to suit all listeners;
The chorus here" Mepe se me kase Onyame, wo yee ah" - I want to say God you
are so Good.
Copies of the CD have already been delivered to the studios of Oman FM and
Happy FM for airplay, many studios would also be getting copies very soon.
Charlotte has become a symbol that God has a gift of talent for everyone and
size does not matter. All one has to do is to have the faith/belief and ask
him to reveal it, it shall surely and ALWAYS be done. "For with God nothing
will be impossible." - Luke 1:37 and Matthew 6:33, "But seek ye first the
kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added
unto you."
Readers are encouraged by this writer to use the power of the tongue to
always say the good word for it to come true; "Confess it and possess it",
"name it and claim it", "blab it and grab it" "speak it into existence". (ht
tp://www.users.fast.net/~gospeltruth/powerof.htm
Dream can always become a reality just like it happened to Charlotte, The
Gospel Princess
Acknowledgement to the following for their immense contributions; David
Mensah aka Joe Mens, Felicity Amoah, Leticia, Grace Danso, Sylvia, AnnMarie,
Anita Obeng, and Pastor Eric Kofi Owusu, Pastor Samuel and all at Holy Fire
Dynamic Word International.
The album was written and composed by The Gospel Princess, recorded and
mixed by Konte Studios (DID A VERY GOOD PRODUCTION)
Charlotte in conclusion said; "To my lovely mom; Mary Kwarteng I love you
mom. It is my prayer that may each song bring you closer to the lord, take
the weak out of troubles and raised the death AMEN. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL
A big commendation to Executive Producer; Ms Juliana Wiafe for giving
Charlotte, "The Gospel Princess" the opportunity for her music ministry to
be heard. GET A COPY OF THIS GREAT ALBUM OUT NOW!! For distribution
contact @ 1-718 794 9097 (USA) GHANA - +233207741250
Fanmail - Charlotte, The Gospel Princess @ efuaae@yahoo.com
