Joyce Blessing, the stage name of Joyce Akosua Twene, is a talented gospel singer hailing from Ghana and making waves across the continent of Africa.
Profile Summary
| Full Name: | Joyce Akosua Twene |
| Date Of Birth: | May 15 |
| Place Of Birth: | Accra, Ghana |
| Nationality: | Ghanaian |
| Children: | 3 |
| Occupation(s): | Singer, Songwriter |
| Net Worth: | $180k |
Early Life And Education
Born on May 15th in Accra, Ghana, Joyce Akosua Twene, known as Joyce Blessing, is the fourth child of Mr. Christopher Kwabena Twene and Mrs. Gladys Yaa Kyewaa.
Raised alongside her siblings by her mother in Kumasi, in the Ashanti Region of Ghana, she received her primary and Junior High School education there.
Career
Joyce developed a passion for music at a young age, singing in church at 14 and attending musical concerts against her mother’s wishes. As part of the “See Them Band” group in Kumasi, she honed her live performance skills for five years.
Beginning her ministry in 2007 as Joyce Tuffuor, she released her debut album “Obi Ntu Nyame Fo” before rebranding as Joyce Blessing in 2013. Her hit song “Monko Moakyi” from the Heavy Price album propelled her to fame, earning her six awards at the Ghana Gospel Industry Awards.
In 2014, Joyce Blessing earned nominations at the Ghana Music Awards for her “Heavy Price” album, winning Best Gospel Album of the Year. Her album ‘AGYEBUM’ released in April 2017 garnered recognition and awards, including Best Praise Song of the Year at the 2017 National Gospel Awards.
With a total of 24 awards and six albums, Joyce Blessing continues to make a significant impact in the gospel music scene. Additionally, she is actively involved in charitable endeavors, supporting various vulnerable groups in Ghana.
Personal Life
Joyce Blessing, the celebrated Gospel artist, was previously married to her manager, Dave Joy. The couple, who share three children, unfortunately parted ways in 2023.
Although the exact reasons for their divorce remain unclear, reports suggest that extramarital affairs were a contributing factor. Rumors also circulated about Joyce’s alleged relationship with her gym instructor being a catalyst for the separation.
Joyce Blessing Net Worth
As of 2024, Joyce Blessing, or Joyce Akosua Twene, a renowned gospel artist from Ghana and Africa, has accumulated a net worth totaling $180,000.
Discography
Some of Joyce Blessing’s popular songs include:
- Monko Moakyi
- Kantamanto Nyame
- Boot 4 Boot
- Adam Nana
- Heavy Price
- Repent
- La Mia Praise
- I Swerve
Albums by Joyce Blessing include:
- Obi Ntu Nyame Fo
- Heavy Price
- Agyebum