Popular gospel singer Sola Allyson has addressed recent criticism on social media after being called out for not mentioning “Jesus” in her music.
The controversy arose following an interview with veteran gospel artist Panam Percy Paul, who revealed that he was once offered £24 million in 1995 to remove “Jesus” from his songs.
After the interview gained traction, an X (formerly Twitter) user, @Folahanayo1, pointed out that Allyson’s 2019 album, “IRI”, which contains eight tracks and runs for 48 minutes, does not mention “Jesus” even once. The user specifically referenced Track 8, where Allyson sings about who she “Gbekele” (relies on), yet still does not use the name.
Responding in a video posted on X, Allyson questioned the motives of her critics, expressing frustration over the backlash.
“Why are people so callous and unkind? Do I have to take my own life before you stop? If this is what you represent with your Jesus, then I don’t want to be associated with you!” she stated.
She further emphasized that her music reflects her personal faith and values, adding that she refuses to be pressured into conforming.
“No one can bully me into joining their darkness disguised as light. I do NOT seek to follow your version of Jesus. Leave me alone and focus on your own journey!” she concluded.
To @Folahanayo1 and his fathers, mothers, brothers and sisters in the business of manipulating other souls into joining their Jesus business, this is for you.
Once again, noone can bully me into joining their darkness that looks like light because indolent souls find comfort in… pic.twitter.com/nFjqNyHeh5
— TheṢọláAllyson (@thesolaallyson) March 28, 2025