Miracle GA, is an inspirational Gospel artist from Brooklyn, New York, and part of the GRAMMY Class of 2024. Recently, he shared his unique journey in the music industry and his recent exciting collaboration with the iconic Hip Hop duo General Steele and Tek aka Smif-N-Wessun for his upcoming release titled “Divine Legacy.” The conversation (highlighted and excerpted here with permission) via The Hype Magazine and their Editor-in-Chief Dr. Jerry Doby is chock full of insights into Miracle’s outlook on Gospel music and his serious respect for the genre and the messages. He didn’t get into Gospel for the excitement…he committed to the genre ONLY after much soul searching and turning his life over to his creator as he tells Hype in a recorded video session.
Miracle GA on His Musical Journey
Miracle says, I didn’t grow up in a church environment, but I was heavily influenced by various genres, including Hip Hop, R&B, and dancehall. My love for music led me to join a high school choir, and it was there that I discovered the powerful emotional and spiritual impact of gospel music.
Miracle shared stories of his early days, like winning a dance contest that sparked his interest in performing. A significant turning point for him was when he joined the school choir. That’s when he began to contemplate the deeper meanings of gospel music, which eventually guided him to embrace his Christian faith.
His 2023 breakout song “Bow to the King” set the stage for this next phase of Miracle GA…and what a stir it caused!
Collaboration with Smif-N-Wessun
The details of how this recording session came about are nothing short of divine because, just ahead of the 30th anniversary of their critically acclaimed debut album, Dah Shinin’, Smif-N-Wessun announced the launch of their “Still Shinin’” tour that takes them from Brooklyn to Borlänge, Sweden…they were set to head to London the Sunday after this session!
In brief, Miracle explains how this collab came to be by saying, My collaboration with Smif-N-Wessun on “Divine Legacy” came about through a long-standing relationship with Tek and shared experiences in the entertainment industry. This track is a unique blend of my soulful gospel sound and Smif-N-Wessun’s gritty rap style, delivering a powerful message of faith, resilience, and unity.
Studio Experience
According to Miracle, The song was written and recorded spontaneously in the studio, and we all felt a deep connection and purpose during the process. Both Tech and Steele from Smif-N-Wessun were fully invested in the project, and I emphasized how the track’s creation felt like it was divinely timed and significant. In his telling, one of the most compelling tidbits is how from the time he contacted Tek at about 11 AM, the duo were in the studio with Miracle by about 1 PM…Divine indeed!
The Message
“Divine Legacy” is more than just a song; it symbolizes the bridging of genres and cultures, merging the spiritual with the secular. We aim for it to inspire and uplift listeners by sharing a message of hope and divine purpose, says Miracle
His Mission
Throughout the interview, Miracle emphasized his commitment to gospel music and its historical significance, particularly in the African American community. I see my work as a continuation of this legacy, using music as a tool for spiritual and social empowerment, he stated. Catch the full interview below courtesy of The Hype Magazine.
This dynamo is moving rapidly and his IG is a great place to join the conversation on all things Miracle GA. Feel free to bookmark this page to keep up with his updates via the custom feed below and of course, you can connect with him for a more personal touch @miracle.g_a. Miracle has also intimated an upcoming book and documentary so he’s one to watch!
Reused with the permission of The Hype Magazine: Miracle GA on Gospel and His “Divine Legacy” Collab with Smif-N-Wessun by Dr. Jerry Doby (August 9, 2024)