Ghanaian gospel artiste Kofi Karikari has released a new single titled Stamina, offering what he describes as a timely message of divine strength at a moment when many feel emotionally and spiritually drained.
The song blends worship with vibrant rhythm, delivering a faith-centred theme through an upbeat and danceable sound.
Stamina presents divine strength as limitless and ever present. Karikari’s central message is clear: God’s stamina is not measured or rationed; it is constant and overflowing, a source of strength that never runs dry.
The song stands out for how it bridges the sacred and the celebratory. While rooted in worship, it carries an energetic groove that moves beyond quiet reflection. It is gospel music that invites listeners not only to meditate but also to move.
Production is handled by the duo Ugly and Tough Ting, known for their influence on Ghana’s contemporary highlife and Afrobeat sound. They build the track on a rich musical foundation, with nylon guitars and layered piano pads creating a warm highlife feel. The drums drive the record with a walking rhythm and distinctly African percussion, giving the song an infectious pulse from the opening notes.
Karikari’s vocals ride smoothly over the instrumentation. His delivery is calm yet assured, avoiding vocal excess and instead leaning into clarity and conviction. Lyrically, he presents dependence on God as wisdom rather than weakness, anchoring the song’s spiritual message in everyday reality.
The hooks are crafted to linger, fitting just as easily into church worship sessions as personal playlists. As Karikari sings about stamina as a source of strength he cannot let go of, the message resonates beyond faith circles. In a world grappling with burnout, mental health pressures and collective fatigue, the theme feels particularly relevant.
Ugly and Tough Ting’s contribution is central to the song’s appeal. Their drum programming and sound choices continue to shape modern Ghanaian music, and Stamina highlights their ability to merge organic textures with polished production. The result is a groove that feels both nostalgic and current, honouring highlife’s heritage while pushing the sound forward.
In a music scene where genres often blur, Karikari delivers a focused offering with a clear message and emotional direction. Stamina shows that worship music can be deeply reverent and rhythmically engaging at the same time.
By the end of the track, listeners are left not only with a memorable melody but also with a reminder that endurance may come from a source beyond human effort.
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