Ghanaian gospel musician Diana Antwi Hamilton has opened up about her musical journey, creative process, and the spiritual depth behind her new song “Aha Ye” during an interview on the Ayekoo Ayekoo show on Accra 100.5 FM hosted by Dr. Kay.

During the conversation, Dr. Kay asked the award-winning singer if she believes she has already won “Artiste of the Year” before  in the gospel space, and she happily responded, “Yes.”

The two shared a joyful laugh before the host asked whether such awards come with money.

Diana explained that although the trophy itself does not come with cash, God uses it as a point of contact to open doors, create opportunities, and elevate her ministry.

When asked how she receives her songs—whether through scripture, dreams, or personal motivation—Diana stressed that the Word of God is her primary source.

“We don’t forego the Word of God. Nothing we do can succeed if it is not based on God’s Word.

The word is our manual, our handbook, and the foundation of our lives,” she said.

She added that God speaks to her in many ways—through life experiences, prayers, answered questions, or the stories of others.

According to her, a gospel song must first work within the singer before it can minister to others.

“If you say God saves lives, you can’t be spiritually dead and sing about God giving life.

The word must first work in us so we can speak about it truthfully,” she emphasised.

Reflecting on her early journey, Diana revealed that before becoming a backing vocalist for renowned figures like Rev. Francis Adjei, she was still a young student.

She started singing during junior high school, continued through senior high school, and later progressed to nursing school.

Speaking about her new song “Aha Ye”, Diana explained that it was born out of a deep spiritual encounter and her desire for a more intimate relationship with God.

She said she was seeking a deeper, more intense walk with God—similar to biblical encounters such as Jacob meeting the angels, or the disciples experiencing the mount of transfiguration.

“Dwelling in God is sweet. Those who dwell in the secret place of the Most High abide under his shadow.

David said he would rather be a doorman in the house of the Lord than fall into the hands of the wicked.

Better is one day in God’s courts than a thousand elsewhere,” she reflected.

Diana added that the song came during her personal moment of communion with God—what she described as a special “me and You time” with the Lord.

According to her, “Aha Ye” means “This is the place”, representing the sweetness, safety, and transformation found in the presence of God.