Disco icon Liz Mitchell has opened up on GB News about the role her Christian faith has played in sustaining her throughout five decades in the music industry.
The Boney M. star spoke candidly about her spiritual journey on the People's Channel and how it contributed to the group's major chart success.
During the interview, the 73-year-old performer revealed she has become a reverend since her days with the legendary Caribbean disco group.
She explained how her religious beliefs have been central to navigating both the triumphs and challenges of show business.
Liz Mitchell revealed the pivotal role faith holds in her life
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Ms Mitchell's appearance on the programme offered viewers insight into how she has maintained her equilibrium in an industry known for its volatility.
The singer, whose group achieved massive success with chart-toppers including "Rivers of Babylon" and "Brown Girl in the Ring," shared her perspective on managing a career spanning half a century.
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The performer disclosed that prayer was an integral part of her pre-show routine during her time with Boney M. "I didn't sing one song without a prayer," Ms Mitchell told GB News, emphasising how deeply her spiritual practice was woven into her performances.
She described herself as being "very emotionally involved with the spirit," believing this connection manifested itself in the music.
Ms Mitchell's incredible career was acknowledged with an MBE
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According to Ms Mitchell, this spiritual dimension brought "a warmth, a truth, to the good energy" that audiences could sense.
Her faith-based approach to performing extended beyond mere ritual. Ms Mitchell suggested that her religious devotion created a palpable quality in Boney M.'s music that resonated with listeners worldwide.
The artist's commitment to prayer before each performance demonstrates how her spiritual life and professional career were inseparable.
This practice, she indicated, helped her navigate what she described as "a difficult run" in the entertainment industry over her extensive career.
Stephen Dixon and Ellie Costello were left shocked after Ms Mitchell's revelation about her new role
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Mitchell's recognition with an MBE came after years of uncertainty about her contributions to British music. Speaking to GB News, she acknowledged that doubts had previously prevented her from asserting her achievements.
"I didn't have the courage to be bold and say, 'yes, I deserve to be acknowledged'," she admitted.
The honour validates her remarkable position in British music history. Mitchell expressed gratitude to her team for ensuring proper recognition of her status among the nation's most successful recording artists.
"I am so lucky to be the only woman in that top 10 chart," Ms Mitchell stated, referring to her unique place in Britain's musical pantheon.
Prince William bestowed the honour upon Ms Mitchell
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She highlighted that Boney M.'s hits "Brown Girl in the Ring" and "Rivers of Babylon" remain among the country's best-selling singles.
Her MBE represents formal acknowledgement of a career that has seen the group sell more than 100 million records globally, including two chart-topping singles in the UK.
Ms Mitchell's approach to adversity reflects her deep-rooted faith. When confronted with setbacks, she turns to spiritual reflection rather than resentment.
"When things have gone wrong, I say to God, 'you're making this happen to me' so I can learn something," she explained to GB News.
The reverend consciously avoids harbouring bitterness towards those who have caused her difficulties. She revealed that she chooses not to feel "angry with the world or the people who have made me feel unsure."
This philosophical stance extends to her observations about contemporary society. Mitchell noted that many people currently feel frustrated by circumstances beyond their control.
"People are so vexed at the moment and they can't change it," she observed.