By Rita Okoye
Queen Nzeh is a talented and charismatic gospel artiste whose captivating voice and uplifting lyrics have been capturing the hearts of people all over the world.
With a unique blend of genres, Nzeh effortlessly combines elements of R&B, reggae and African highlife, thus creating a truly original music experience.
Having served in the choir for many years, Queen Nzeh is currently the music director at her local church in the United States of America. The successful entrepreneur, doting mother and loving wife in this interview speaks on her journey as a gospel singer. Here are excerpts:
Why gospel? You are about to drop a new song; can you tell us more about it? Do you have any album? If yes, what is the title and how many tracks are in it? Aside music, what else do you do?
How long have you been into music?
I have been a chorister since primary school and have served in several churches as a singer including Church of God Mission, Firm Foundation Church, Christ-Chosen Church, Anigboro, Benin, Our Daily Manna Worldwide, Ogudu, Lagos, Faith Assemblies of God Newark, New Jersey, and finally the choir mistress of CPM Miracle Center, Lanham, Maryland, United States.
Gospel is the only music genre I know. I won’t tell you I don’t listen to other songs, but I can’t comprehend it the way I do gospel. Gospel songs have a way of setting me in the right mood. Everywhere I go gospel songs are what I am known for.
The song dropped on the 31st of January and it is titled, This Year. It was birthed from the womb of Koinonia, right there on my Worship Room. I was singing other songs and asking God what message He had for His children this year, and the song came as a confirmation of what He wanted me to sing. There was no struggle; it’s the easiest song I have ever done. I mean the process was easy and smooth compared to other songs.
What’s the inspiration behind the new track?
The song is an expression of my gratitude to God for His wondrous works and an affirmation of my faith in Christ. It’s a danceable song; it expresses the assurance of God over me. That it is my time to accelerate in His blessing as originally planned from creation. I am only taking possession of my inheritance in Christ, as I dance and sing. This song is not limited to 2024 alone. It is an assurance. A declaration that only good things are permitted in our lives, henceforth we attract God’s favour and experience heaven effortlessly.
I have songs but not an album. The titles are I Will Not Fear, My Everything, Ebube Dike, Your Mercy, and the latest single, This Year.
What are some of the challenges you encounter as a Nigerian gospel artiste in the Diaspora?
The distance between my producer and me was a great challenge. The time difference between both of us was just not good for me.
I have a fashion boutique that I manage in the USA.
How supportive is your husband to your music career? Most times, people expect gospel artistes to dress in some kind of way; no trousers, no makeup, no jewellery, what’s your take on that?
Can you mention three gospel singers you would love to work with and why?
Pastor Nathaniel Bassey, because he is a true worshipper. His songs are a powerhouse and spiritual. Minister Dunsin Oyekan because you can feel His presence with all his songs. Minister Mercy Chinwo because she also is a powerhouse for Christ.
My husband is 100% supportive of anything that involves the kingdom work.
Salvation is personal, and your personal relationship with Christ is what really matters. Nobody meets Jesus and remains the same. Dress the way you want to be addressed.
Valentine’s Day is almost here, what’s your opinion on Lovers Day? What are your plans for Valentine’s?
Love is the highest command in the Bible, but don’t take it out of contest. Always remember your body is the temple of God. Love your neighbor as yourself (Mk 12 vs. 30-31).
My husband and I always go out in the evening to a very good restaurant and spend sometime together.
2024 is still very young, what’s your New Year resolution? What should fans expect from you for the rest of 2024?
My New Year resolutions are closer walk and work with God, knowing Him more, getting my music to that one person that God has plans to bless, and winning more souls for God.
They should expect more soul-lifting songs and outreach to spread more of the gospel throughout the world.