Kuami Eugene has appreciated the church for contributing to his artistry as a musician.According to the highlife musician, he nurtured his music talent by learning how to play musical instruments while growing up in church."The church made me; I learnt everything I know from the church. When I was young, I knew I would become a very great musician. So I told myself I should prepare so well before I got to the top.

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So I prepared a lot so I can play every musical instrument that I lay my hands on. No one taught me how to play the piano; I just started playing because I had been around it for a long time," he told Kwame Dadzie on Joy FM's Showbiz A-Z.Kuami Eugene revealed his versatility as a musician, sharing that he is skilled in playing multiple instruments, including the piano, trumpet, drums, and guitar.

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To enhance his stage presence, he even mastered the art of performing backflips, adding a dynamic touch to his performances.

‘Angela’ hitmaker also discussed his growth as a music producer, which he attributes to enrolling in a music production course. This has allowed him to refine his craft and contribute more to the creative process.Reflecting on his beginnings, Kuami shared that his music

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journey started in gospel through the Eugene Marfo Ministries. Before rising to fame after participating in the MTN Hitmaker contest, he had already produced a few gospel songs.Although he doesn’t label himself as a gospel artiste, Kuami maintains strong ties to the church and collaborates closely with gospel musicians.

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He has written songs for notable artistes such as Joyce Blessing and Empress Gifty and even collaborated with Obaapa Christy on a project.Kuami Eugene often performs gospel songs at churches and church-related events, showcasing his continued connection to his gospel roots despite his broader career in the mainstream music industry.Watch Kuami perform Minister OJ's 'Tetebotan' below:

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