I Cry Whenever I Hear Black Sherif’s ‘Soma Obi’; It Touches Me — Cecilia Marfo

Ghanaian gospel musician Cecilia Marfo has opened up about her admiration for fast-rising superstar Mohammed Ismail Sherif, widely known as Black Sherif, revealing that his music has a powerful emotional impact on her.

In an exclusive interview, the ‘Afunumu Ba’ hitmaker was asked about her relationship with secular musicians. She clarified that she holds no grudge against any artiste outside the gospel space and actually enjoys songs from several mainstream acts.

Cecilia Marfo mentioned Shatta Wale, Kwabena Kwabena, and Black Sherif as some of the secular musicians whose songs she listens to. However, she singled out Black Sherif for special praise, describing him as a unique talent with remarkable lyrical depth.

According to her, Black Sherif’s song “Soma Obi” deeply touches her spirit and often moves her to tears.

“I really like that guy Black Sherif but he doesn’t know. I love his song ‘Soma Obi’ very much,” she said.

She went on to share just how emotional the song makes her, explaining that she sometimes breaks down whenever she hears it—whether on the radio, at home, or while scrolling through TikTok.

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She added, “Anytime I hear that song, it touches my heart and I end up crying. As for that guy, I don’t know how he gets his lyrics from.”

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Her comments highlight the growing appreciation across the gospel and secular divide, with Cecilia Marfo emphasizing that good music—regardless of genre—can minister to the heart and soul