AFTER about eight years away from the music scene, the voice behind popular gospel hit Obaatan, Mavis Asante, is back and ready to inspire once again.
Her return is marked by the release of her new single Victory which officially drops tomorrow. For fans who have long waited for her comeback, the new track which focuses on resilience and faith is her comeback gift.
Produced by renowned music producer Kaywa, exclusive excerpts of the song shared with Graphic Showbiz opens with an energetic and danceable rhythm, immediately grabbing attention and perfectly sets the tone before diving into an uplifting message about overcoming challenges through faith.
The lyrics make the song a perfect fusion of praise and celebration.
“My new song Victory, inspired by Psalm 108:13 which marks my comeback, is aimed at encouraging people to have faith in God in the face of adversity. Victory is a motivational song that speaks to the strength one can find in trusting God through difficult times.
“It encourages listeners to keep their faith even in adversity, with the assurance that victory is always within reach for those who remain steadfast.
“And I also know my fans have missed me, and this is my way of saying thank you to them for their patience and support while I have been away.”
During her time out of the limelight, Mavis Asante has been reflecting on her journey, taking time for personal growth.
The break, she explained, was necessary for her to return stronger and more focused on her mission to spread the gospel through music.
The songstress also took the opportunity to address an important issue close to her heart, which is the support of local artistes on digital platforms.
“I would like to encourage music lovers to kindly patronise artistes’ works on streaming platforms. It’s not just about enjoying the music, but also helping us to profit from our works. It’s the best way to support us, especially in this digital era,” she said.
Mavis Asante has a number of notable gospel songs under her belt, they include Aseda Nwom, Ma Me Nya Nkwa, Odo and Dom Barima.