Maame Tiwaa, Iconic Backing Vocalist of Yaw Sarpong, Passes Away
Beloved gospel vocalist and longtime member of Yaw Sarpong & Asomafo dies after a brief illness, leaving fans and the music community in deep sorrow
- Maame Tiwaa, iconic backing vocalist of Yaw Sarpong & Asomafo, has passed away after a brief illness
- She was a central voice in many gospel classics and recently performed at the TGMA and her son’s wedding
- Her death has left Yaw Sarpong and the entire gospel fraternity in mourning, with tributes pouring in nationwide
Ghana’s gospel music community has been thrown into mourning following the passing of Maame Tiwaa, the beloved and iconic backing vocalist of legendary gospel musician Yaw Sarpong.
She reportedly died in the early hours of Sunday, December 7, after a brief illness.
For decades, Maame Tiwaa was the powerful feminine voice behind the Yaw Sarpong & Asomafo music group, contributing to countless gospel classics that continue to uplift believers across the nation.
Her most recent public appearances included a touching tribute performance to Yaw Sarpong at this year’s TGMA and another memorable moment at her son’s wedding.
In recent months, she had also been a dedicated caregiver to Yaw Sarpong during his health challenges — a testament to their deep bond and musical partnership.
Her sudden passing has left the gospel fraternity, fans, and Yaw Sarpong himself grief-stricken. Tributes continue to pour in, celebrating her as a gentle, spirit-filled vocalist whose harmonies shaped generations of gospel music lovers.
The family has not yet released details regarding the cause of death or funeral arrangements.
