INFORMATION
| Artist Birtday : | 05/09/1990(Age 36) |
| Born In : | Ikwere, Rivers State |
| Occupation(s) : | Gospel Singer, Songwriter , Worship Leader, Actress |
| Genres : | Gospel |
| Web Site : | mercychinwo.com |
Mercy Nnenda Chinwo, popularly known as Mercy Chinwo, is a Nigerian gospel singer, songwriter, and actress, widely recognized as one of the leading voices in African contemporary worship music. She was born on September 5, 1990, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria, and hails from the Ikwerre Local Government Area of the same state.
From a young age, Mercy showed a deep passion for music. She began singing in her church’s children’s choir and later transitioned into the adult choir, where she also served as a music director. These early experiences helped shape her musical foundation and stage presence. Her rise to fame began when she emerged as the winner of Season 2 of Nigerian Idol, a major turning point that introduced her to a wider audience.
In 2017, Mercy Chinwo signed with EeZee Conceptz, a prominent gospel record label. The following year, she released her debut album, The Cross: My Gaze (2018), which featured her hit single “Excess Love.” The song became an international success and established her as a powerful voice in gospel music. She followed up with other hit songs like Chinedum, Obinasom, and Akamdinelu, and later released her second album, Satisfied (2020), which further solidified her place in the gospel scene.
Mercy’s music blends worship, contemporary gospel, and African praise rhythms, all centered around messages of faith, devotion, and gratitude to God. Her vocal strength, passion for worship, and heartfelt lyrics have earned her numerous awards and global recognition.
In her personal life, Mercy Chinwo married Pastor Blessed Uzochikwa on August 13, 2022, in a beautiful ceremony held in Port Harcourt. Together, they founded the Mercy is Blessed Foundation, a humanitarian initiative focused on youth empowerment and helping the less privileged.
Mercy Chinwo continues to inspire millions through her songs and ministry, using her platform to spread the message of God’s love and the power of genuine worship.
