GOSPEL ARTIST PRIME MINISTER MAKING A COMEBACK

Tafara Chibanda

ALMOST two decades after his last album, award-winning gospel reggae artist Simbarashe Victor Masarirambi, popularly known as Prime Minister, is staging a powerful comeback in September with a brand-new single titled ‘Grace Amazing’.

The release will pave the way for his long-awaited third album, set to drop in November. Now signed to Good News Music, a label under Spirit Embassy, Prime Minister is also backed by one of Africa’s leading live reggae bands, ‘House of Stone,’ as he ushers in a new phase of spirit-driven artistry. In an interview with this publication, Prime Minister said:

“The new track will focus on the grace of God, the depth of His mercy, forgiveness and redemption. No matter what you’ve gone through, you have to trust in Jesus.

“This song is a reminder that God’s mercy still flows, it’s a message people need now more than ever.”

He added:

“I’ve been away for almost two decades. In that time  I was studying theology., and though I wasn’t passionate about it at first, I completed it and focussed on various elements of practical ministry. I’m now ready to carry on with my music, with more depth and understanding,” he said.

The artist now holds an Associate Degree in Theology from Victory Bible Institute.

“I see myself as both a preacher and a musician. The message is in the music and the music is in the message, hence, they have become one.”

Though rooted in the church, Prime Minister has taken his music beyond the pulpit.

“I sing in churches like UFIC and Spirit Embassy, but I also sing in clubs. Some might question it, but the gospel must be heard everywhere. Jesus went where the people were, that’s what I’m doing.”

Having performed across Africa, including South Africa, Botswana and Uganda, he has shared the stage with global icons such as Kirk Franklin, Chevelle Franklyn, Da’ Truth, Culture T Deitrick Hadden and Zimbabwe’s own Pastor G.

“The world is hurting, and people are searching for the truth. I’m not here to just entertain, I’m here to evangelise.I go by the name Prime Minister because I see myself as a prime example of redemption and grace. God continues to show mercy. When you squeeze the Prime Minister, what comes out is reggae music because that’s what I was born to do.”