I want my music to transform lives – Evans Ighodalo

Gospel singer and songwriter, Evans Ighodalo, has said his music is driven by a desire to inspire positive change and influence listeners spiritually and mentally.

Speaking about his creative philosophy in a statement shared with Saturday Beats, he said, “My core message is very clear. Every lyric I write is a word for the young and the old. I feel that beyond making great sound, anyone listening to my record should be transformed mentally and spiritually.”

According to the singer, the words people consume through music can influence their thoughts, actions and relationships with others.

“Both of these factors affect people’s actions, way of living together both individually and collectively as a nation. Our development is highly dependent on the foundations of what we feed our minds with,” he said.

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The statement added that Ighodalo’s music combines themes of morality, spirituality and faith, reflecting his belief that music can serve as a tool for positive transformation.

His latest single, ‘Jesus Reigns’, further reinforces this message, directing listeners’ attention towards Jesus Christ and emphasising His supremacy and reign.

According to Ighodalo, excellence remains an important part of his artistic expression. He believes talent alone is not enough to distinguish an artiste, stressing that depth, excellence and effective delivery are essential to impactful music.

Against the backdrop of a world grappling with conflict, social vices and division, Ighodalo says he sees music as a platform for promoting peace and offering an alternative narrative.

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