Renowned Ghanaian gospel musician Esther Smith has opened up about the creative inspiration behind her popular song Nsuro, revealing that international dancehall star Shaggy played a significant role in shaping the track’s sound.
In a viral interview with award-winning blogger Kobby Kyei, the celebrated gospel singer disclosed that she drew inspiration from Shaggy’s hit song Angel during her creative process.
According to Esther Smith, the rhythm and musical arrangement of the American-Jamaican artiste’s song influenced the direction of Nsuro, which went on to become one of her most loved tracks.
“There is a musician called Shaggy; that is where I got the inspiration for my ‘Nsuro’ song from. He has a song titled ‘Angel,’” she revealed during the interview.
Her revelation has sparked conversation among music lovers, with many praising her honesty and highlighting how cross-genre influences often shape creativity in the music industry.
Nsuro remains one of Esther Smith’s standout songs, celebrated for its uplifting message and distinctive rhythm.
