Angelheart Redefines Gospel Music with New Single “Sope”

When Omoseyin Esther Taiwo, better known as Angelheart, stepped into the spotlight at her Lagos listening party over the weekend, it wasn’t just to unveil a new single. It was to make a statement — that gospel music can be spiritual and streetwise at the same time.

The event, hosted by KWG Entertainment under the creative direction of Opeyemi “Opiano” Kolawole, marked the official release of “Sope”, a song that blurs the line between Sunday worship and Saturday night rhythm.

A gospel song that grooves

Produced by AY Beats and directed by Iyke Lawrence, “Sope” fuses Afro-hip-hop beats with soulful gospel melodies, offering a refreshing alternative to the usual worship soundscape. It’s the kind of track that feels equally at home on a church playlist and a radio countdown.

“Sope isn’t really an album,*” Angelheart told reporters. “It’s a song that introduces me to the larger music world before the Genesis album. The idea is to make people see what Angelheart represents — gratitude, hope, and faith.”

Her manager, Iyke Lawrence, explained that “Sope” was intentionally crafted to reach a broader audience.

“We wanted something that could speak to people who don’t usually listen to gospel,” he said. “It’s not hip-hop, and it’s not the usual church music — it’s in between. It’s designed to pull people closer to God in a relatable way.”

That dual identity is vividly captured in the song’s video, shot in both a church and a bar.

“We used contrasting scenes to show that in any situation — whether you’re in a bar or in church — there’s always a reason to thank God,” Lawrence added. “It’s about finding gratitude wherever you are.”

Finding grace in growth

Angelheart’s creative rebirth didn’t happen overnight. She revealed that Sope— which means “give thanks” — came to life during a spontaneous studio jam.

“We were just working on beats when the idea came up,” she recalled. “The message is simple: be thankful. The situation you complain about might be someone else’s prayer point.”

For her, the message is personal.

“People often ask why I’m still with KWG after so many years,” she said. “But I’m grateful for where God has placed me. Some people would spend so much to achieve what God has given me through grace.”

Her producer, Opiano, said Sope captures how much the singer has grown — both musically and spiritually.

“When we started with Genesis, she was timid,” he said. “Now, she’s bold, expressive, and ready. The confidence you see in Sope reflects how far she’s come.”

He described the track as an example of the new direction gospel music can take — bold, joyful, and relevant to everyday life.

“We were just in the studio, playing around with sounds, when this came up,” he added. “It carries a thankful message but with an energetic, modern vibe. The fusion of Afro and gospel elements makes it unique.”

The long road to Genesis

Sope serves as a curtain-raiser for Angelheart’s debut album, Genesis, a project five years in the making.

“Sometimes it felt slow, but I realised God was preparing me,” she said. “Each song — like Duro de Oluwa (‘Wait on the Lord’) — is meant to lift hearts and remind people that hope is never lost.”

For Angelheart and her team at KWG Entertainment, Sope is more than a single — it’s a redefinition of gospel expression in Nigeria. It challenges stereotypes about what faith-inspired music should sound like.

“The message is simple,” Opiano concluded. “Be thankful, no matter your circumstance. Gratitude opens the door for more blessings.”

With Sope, Angelheart isn’t just thanking God — she’s also rewriting what it means to make gospel music in a modern world, where faith, rhythm, and relevance can all share the same beat.