Mary Owusu, a renowned Ghanaian gospel musician, hails from Nsuta, a suburb in the Ashanti Region. Her musical journey began at a tender age, but her professional debut occurred in 2007.
Early Beginnings and Discovery
Mary’s talent was discovered by the late Pastor Amoako, fondly known as “Wonderful Preacher,” founder of the Church of Jesus Christ Reform, in the late 1990s. Her inaugural performance took place at a massive crusade organized by Pastor Amoako, where she witnessed miracles firsthand.
Rise to Prominence
Under Pastor Amoako’s guidance, Mary relocated from Kumasi to Accra, where she met Mark Okraku Mantey through a collaborative project with Ga singer Nii Quaye. This encounter led to her recording her first song, “Holy Ghost Fire,” financed by Mark Okraku Mantey in 2007. The song garnered significant airplay in Accra and Kumasi.
Subsequent Success and Collaborations
Following her tenure with Mark Okraku Mantey, Mary partnered with Flexible Eye Productions, led by CEO Mr. Agyekum. This collaboration yielded two notable albums: “Ahitophael Agyinatuo” (2012) and “Wowo Nkwa Wo wo Ade3” (2016). The latter earned a nomination for Best Song of the Year at the 2016 Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (now TGMA), although it did not secure the award.
Personal Life and Mentors
Apart from her music, Mary is a trained hairdresser and a mother of four. She cites legendary gospel musicians Yaw Sarpong and Hannah Marfo as her esteemed mentors.
Divine Impact and Advice
Mary attributes the divine power in her music to numerous signs, wonders, and healings. To aspiring artists, she offers sage advice: “Do not prioritize financial gain; be content with modest compensation. Success requires God’s blessings, not merely wealth.”
Key highlights of Mary Owusu’s career:
- Born in Nsuta, Ashanti Region, Ghana
- Commenced music at a young age, professionally debuted in 2007
- Discovered by late Pastor Amoako
- First Album: “Holy Ghost Fire” (2007)
- Partnered with Flexible Eye Productions
- Released “Ahitophael Agyinatuo” (2012) and “Wowo Nkwa Wo wo Ade3” (2016)
- Nominated for Best Song of the Year at 2016 Vodafone Ghana Music Awards
- Trained hairdresser and mother of four
- Cites Yaw Sarpong and Hannah Marfo as mentors
- Emphasizes divine impact and advises artists to prioritize God’s blessings over financial gain
