Empress Gifty Says She Charges No Less Than GH¢50k Per Show: "I'm Trending Now"
- Award-winning gospel singer Empress Gifty has disclosed the amount of money she charges event promoters before accepting to perform
- During one of her recent shows, the gospel singer mentioned that she did not take any amount lower than GH¢50k
- Many people were not pleased with her statement, as they lashed out at her in the comment section
- Entertainment pundit Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh spoke to YEN.com.gh about Empress Gifty's rate and its effect on her brand
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Sensational gospel singer Empress Gifty has announced how much she charges event organisers before agreeing to perform at a show.
Source: Instagram
Empress Gifty talks about her performance fees
While performing at an event, the Watch Me crooner paused her performance to address an issue regarding the amount she charges for shows.
Amid the tune being played by the instrumentalists, Empress Gifty mentioned that she would not accept any amount less than GH¢50,000 to perform at an event or concert.
She emphasised that she would not collect that money, adding that it was non-negotiable on her terms to perform.
"Where I am standing, the least that I would charge is 50,000. I will collect it," she said.
Empress Gifty further stated that if she was not offered any amount more than GH¢50,000, she would not show up to the event.
'Buttressing her high rate, the interim host for UTV's United Showbiz noted that she was the trending topic.
"If you do not give it to me, I will not show up. I will not do it. I am the one trending now," she said while making hand gestures.
Reactions to Empress Gifty's performance fees
The video agitated many people on social media as they spoke out at Empress Gifty for bragging about her performance fee.
Others mentioned top gospel musicians such as Daughters of Glorious Jesus and UK-based Ghanaian Diana Hamilton, and others who have not come out to brag about how much they charge for shows.
The diverse reactions of social media users to Empress Gifty bragging about her performance rates are below:
Mhakosei said:
"Even Diana Hamilton won’t brag like this"
GIST HUB😂💃🏼 said:
"For her to sing watch me ong🤣🤣😏"
Kofi 😎 said:
"Cindy Thompson, Daughters of Glorious Jesus dems didn’t brag about how much they took for shows yet they sang the best songs."
Abisarf said:
"50,000 eiii enea musicians get money oo."
Okomti said:
"So is this necessary? That am the one trending."
Paasolojr said:
"50,000 for what impact, hmmmm then Ben Oko Jr will take 150,000."
Mr. Menz_gh said:
"For real, Empress. Listen to your loud ego. Exactly what Sally Mann said about you. Listen, Empress, this is getting far. Agatha wanted the media. You chose Christ. You only helped Agaga.
Source: Instagram
Entertainment pundit speaks on Empress Gifty's rate
Entertainment pundit Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh spoke to YEN.com.gh about Empress Gifty's rate and its effect on her brand.
He mentioned that as a musician, it was important to know the service that they render. He further stated that it was important to know when to charge certain figures.
"It is important to know the service you render and also, know when to charge certain figures. I don't think Empress charges the same at all events but she is strategic with the type of events and the benefit she will get alongside."
Empress Gifty flaunts a tiny waist at a funeral
YEN.com.gh reported that gospel star Empress Gifty stirred up conversation online after sharing a video of herself attending a funeral in a stylish all-black outfit.
In the video posted on Instagram, the award-winning singer confidently showed off her tiny waist and flat tummy, leaving fans both stunned and curious.
Many social media users praised her striking appearance and youthful glow, with some speculating that she may have undergone a weight loss transformation.
Source: YEN.com.gh
Geraldine Amoah (Entertainment editor) Geraldine Amoah is an Entertainment Editor at YEN.com.gh. She pursued Business Administration at Ashesi University and graduated in 2020. She has over 3 years of experience in journalism. Geraldine's professional career in journalism started at Myjoyonline at Multimedia Group Limited, where she worked as a writer. She has completed Google News Initiative News Lab courses in Advanced digital reporting and fighting misinformation.
Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh (Music Executive) Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh is an experienced Music Executive with over a decade of experience in the Music Industry. He is also a media personality with production and on-air experience on Television and Radio. He has worked with 3x Grammy-winning Reggae group Morgan Heritage, Mr Drew, King Paluta, Renner, Kwesi Valley, Ugandan star Azawi, and many others. NYB, as he is referred to in some quarters, is also an event producer and talent manager associated with events such as AfroNation Ghana and Guinness Accravaganza.
