Another Gopel Music Legend In The Making
She is yet another upcoming star in the gospel industry. Hailing from the North at Dukwi, she has come a long way loving to honour God through worship. At her church she has been in the Praise and Worship Team for five years now. Lesego Elijah, known affectionately on the stage by Lessy Elijah is a firm believer in praising God and she has always been a singer but she finally went official in 2020 when she also released her first album, “Modimo a o Bakwe”. The album has been a great success for her and so has been her gospel music career.
Who is Lessy Elijah?
Lesego Elijah is a vocalist, songwriter and gospel musician known as Lessy Elijah in the creative industry. She is a humble, God fearing woman of virtue who worked with different artists in Botswana. Singing has always been her passion from her early stage till date and she has always been a habitual listener and singer of gospel music. Though she has been singing for many years, Lessy Elijah released her first official 8 tracks album titled “Modimo a o Bakwe” on 11 November 2020, which was recorded at KK music studios by Kuseri Kumakili. It is still on the top charts of BW radio waves. Her music is derived from the wondrous works of God and his unchanging grace. So she describes her music as inspirational, praising, thanksgiving and encouraging
You are a gospel singer, can you describe your music.
My music is the contemporary kind.
What led you to a bath of gospel?
I decided to serve God for the rest of my life with my gift (singing) and I always have this in my mind that “praises is what God can’t give to himself” though all lies by his grace (Modimo a bakwe). God has a hand in what I do today; doing gospel music is God’s choice for me. It’s important that we realize that God created us for a purpose and it is very important for everyone to find that purpose and fulfill it.
As a gospel artist can you say the local gospel music is doing well or does it has more to yet offer?
Yes, I don’t have concerns but rather I am excited about how far we have come and what is ahead. Gospel music is a form of entertainment and local gospel artists are doing more than enough because their songs inspire with the right message. It is properly showcased in every available platform to reach as many people as possible, it encourages and inspires people to move in the right direction. I believe that local artists’ music has the right content to make an impact in the lives of both the young and old people globally.
Are there any limits to being in the gospel music industry?
No limits! God is a way maker that you find yourself living a life of purpose for Him and you will be successful. However, putting your life in God’s hand doesn’t mean you should not be diligent; improve yourself and seek to become the best at what you do. Quality and excellence are important ingredients for success, and they are products of diligence.
As an artist what are your aims towards the industry that you want to have as your contributions for its progress?
I am planning to have annual gospel show.
Now let’s talk about your album, how has its reception been?
Recording my first album was very interesting for me because it was the first time I was stepping into the studio to record. I had a lot to learn, the feeling was a bitter -sweet kind of experience. Sweet that I was beginning to live my dream, bitter because the route wasn’t so friendly for me and it was very hard. The response to the album was overwhelming for me, sales were good as Digital stores are helping me and people are responding very well and they are downloading the music so things are really shaping up. Local radio stations are also playing my music and I got the opportunity to minister twice on BTV on a program called “Lentswe”, this was a blessing to me. The album gave me the exposure I needed.
Which of your songs is the most loved?
It is the song called ‘Intshwarele’.
Why do you think it is the most liked song of all your songs?
Heartfelt lyrics are felt in the heart; this refers to the fact that they are moving and resonate with the listener. It is an emotional song, and it can move an entire audience. I can say this song is a forgiveness prayer song which a lot of people connect with. I once received a call from a fan telling me that this song gave him the strength during a certain time in his life. It’s been said in the scriptures that when we confess our sins, truly repent and ask for God’s forgiveness, we are forgiven. We are cleansed. Just as God forgives us of our sins and the many ways in which we wrong others, God commands us to forgive one another.
Have you done any collaboration with other gospel artists?
Yes, I have worked with Lucia Dotty, Kuseri Kumakile, and Casper the GOLDEN VOICE. Internationally, I was featured by Prof Muric from Zimbabwe on a single song tittled Nyasha dze denga (God’s Grace) and more are willing to work with me.
Which international artist do you aspire to work with?
Bucy Radebe
Are you currently working on anything?
I am currently working on a single song to be released soon.
Duncan Sebeso