Glowreeyah Braimah…on music, Law and fulfilling purpose
Glowreeyah Braimah is a versatile and globally-acclaimed Kingdom Personality. As a distinct Worship-leader and Music Minister, Glowreeyah has graciously been on various ministry, corporate, political and international platforms around the world.
As an insightful Speaker, Glowreeyah is highly sought after by Schools, Universities and other Radio/media/television platforms. Most recently, she was featured on The Christian Broadcasting Network’s ‘Turning Point’ International Show and also on the Daystar Television Network USA as a special guest of the hosts, Marcus and Joni Lamb.
As a cerebral Lawyer, she has vast experience in the private sector particularly in Corporate Social Responsibility, Regulatory and Stakeholder Management.
As a Creativepreneur, she is the CEO of The Creatorium with an avid interest in the digital technology space. She is also an alumna of The University of Cambridge with an Executive Business Certificate in Strategic Digital Marketing.
As a witty Script-writer, Glowreeyah wrote for Sesame Square Productions (Sesame Street Workshop International in conjunction with USAID).
As a hearty Humanitarian and a youngat-heart futuristic Pace-setter, she recently founded ZIDATA- a music, creative and social impact hub to mentor children and young creatives. Her goal is to chart a new path for children, by children and with children in the coming days. ZIDATA recently partnered with The John Maxwell Global Youth Initiative on a Creative and Leadership Master-class for Young People. In summary, Glowreeyah is a blazing multi-passionate and transgenerational personality.
Apart from singing duets and hymns with her as he played the piano, Glowreeyah’s Father fondly nick-named her ‘The Bridge’. Perhaps, he foresaw her innate ability to relate with ease and connect with people, irrespective of their gender, age, race or circumstance.
Her loved ones describe her as a plethora of sorts- Warm, Creative, Resilient, Compassionate and Humorous.
Glowreeyah has been known to write all her songs based on her personal devotion and life experiences. Her website www.glowreeyah. com is rife with the inspirational experiences that have birthed most of her songs in her faithjourney. She says ‘I may never have the force and prowess of the world’s greatest armies or the vast reserves of the super-powers but what I have is heart, life and love enough to change my generation; with one word, one song, one expression, one person at a time’!
Some of her well-known songs from ‘THE EXPRESSION’ album are the evidence of her remarkable testimony. Songs such as ‘Covenant-keeper’,‘angel-armies’,‘eze’ and the beautiful worship-anthem ‘Miracle-worker’.
Her sophomore album, titled ‘THE CORE’ comprises of her lovely songs such as ‘Open Heavens’, ‘Jesus is here’, ‘Exalted’, ‘Holy Hallelujah’, Moving mightily’ and ‘Colours of Jesus’ amongst other gems in the album.
Glowreeyah is very colourful in her expression and in the demonstration of her love for God and for people. She is graced for such a time as this as a Woman making a difference in her Community, in her Nation and in her World.
Earlier Years
Growing up was a culturally enriching and divergent experience. My family’s early days rotated between Kwara State, then to Pittsburgh USA and later on to Benue, Lagos and Abuja FCT. My parents operated a warm open-house philosophy and enjoyed entertaining often. Anyone knew that they were always welcome at ours. It was never surprising to come home and meet absolute strangers or random needy people whom my folks thought needed help or just a warm meal. Even though my Father is from Kogi State and my Mother from Enugu State, one would often hear a variety of other languages in our home-zone ranging from Igala, Igbo, Idoma, Hausa reflecting the diverse cultures/influences in the family. My Dad as a polyglot speaks close to 10 languages fluently. My parents would often communicate in French to each other but English was the major lingua franca.
My parents were very astute professionals in the Federal Civil Service. My Father was a Director-general in the Federal Ministry of Works & Housing and my Mother was a Director of Educational Support service in the Federal Ministry of Education. They were exemplary in their respective roles and sectors. They served Nigeria with the best of their lives.
Listening in to my Parents’ conversations was the ultimate wondrous learning experience. They were so vast in their knowledge of life and the times. I would often be found reading their books in their study. Most importantly, my parents instilled in us the intrinsic values of hard work, integrity, compassion and service to God and humanity.
Passion for music, influence, how it all began to where you are today
There was always music ranging from Classical, Folk, Jazz and the likes… playing loud from a stereo in the background in my home sometimes.
My Dad would come home from work and one could often hear him play the piano in the study. He would gather us around and we’d sing hymns together. I progressed to joining a few musical groups and choirs later on. I managed to release a few singles in between my corporate job stints. Little did I know that music would pull me further into its vortex right to where I am today.
Did you always want to be a Lawyer?
It was not my utmost choice or desire to be a Lawyer. I would say it was simply a convenient decision. It seemed like the best thing to do at the time. Somehow, I felt that I would be a Diplomat in the Foreign Service.
How has your legal background helped in your music career?
Music is a different swirl because there are certain unique challenges which policy or laws are yet to fully address or enforce. I would say being a Lawyer in the creative space allows me to be very eagle-eyed, a little more circumspect in my dealings and analysis of information.
The lyrics of your songs are deep...how are you inspired to write?
I am inspired to write by authenticity and relativity. I will never write a song that I can’t connect with in my spirit.
The popular song ‘Miracle Worker’... share the story behind the song. Are you surprised at its impact till date?
Miracle-worker from The Expression Album was inspired by my 2 year old Niece who was in a coma at the time after undergoing a minor surgery. I was praying for her and I clearly heard the song in my left ear. Yes, it was a spiritual encounter. She was in that coma for nearly 3 weeks and this song was the only song that I could sing as a prayer for her. I recorded it in the studio with tears streaming down my face and a broken spirit. To think that my Niece recovered and is hale and hearty now but that same song is still making impact today is a testament to the fact that miracles are possible with and through God.
Writing for Sesame Square Productions (Sesame Street Workshop International in conjunction with USAID).
This might have happened a long time ago but it still fills me with a deep sense of fulfilment. I feel honoured to have been engaged to help shape culture and learning for the Nigerian child at the time.
Being at ‘Turning Point’ International Show and also on the Daystar Television Network USA as a special guest of the hosts, Marcus and Joni Lamb
Both opportunities were pivotal to share insights from my life’s journey, to offer hope and encouragement, to sing the amazing songs that I have been blessed to share with the world and to shine the light from my soul as an Ambassador of my family my community, our nation Nigeria and our African continent as a whole.
Your album ‘The Core’
The Core Album took me on a 3 year journey of discovery. The album title leans on a geological slant from the core of the earth which holds the depth of the richest repository of the earth’s resources. The greatest destination of a lifetime is the one that leads us straight to the rich depth of the core of our Heavenly Father’s heart. Knowing that we are enough in God is the greatest liberty. It is my desire that we all connect with our true core. The Core Album is available on all digital music platforms, major bookstores and also on www.glowreeyah.com.
The Core Album is a 15 track album which features amazing Singers like Ty Bello, Eno Michael, Dipo Adeda-osinloye and my dear Father-sir Moses Braimah.
People who have bought the album already have given beautiful reviews about it and I am so elated about it.