London: Acclaimed Ghanaian gospel singer Sonnie Badu has recounted the struggles he faced when he released his popular song, "Baba." In an interview with Bola Ray on Starr FM, and shared on Facebook on April 30, 2026, Sonnie Badu revealed that he was homeless in the United Kingdom before the song's release. He explained that during that period, he prayed to God for a life-changing breakthrough while sleeping in cars.
According to Ghana Web, Sonnie Badu shared his experience of desperation and hope, stating, "When I came up with 'Open the floodgates', I was at a point where [I said] God, you've got to do something. In London, I was homeless. I was sleeping in cars. I asked God for one song." He further expressed how "Baba" has impacted many lives, noting that listeners have been able to relate deeply to the song's message.
Sonnie Badu emphasized the spiritual journey behind his music, remarking, "I love spending time in God's presence, and as Phil said, everybody has a story behind their songs. When you're going through the process, you don't realise that you're doing it for so many people." He added that the spirit inspiring a song stands in the gap for those who can relate to the experience, and the gratitude expressed in the music resonates with listeners who feel the same way.