Ghanaian dancehall artist Stonebwoy has expressed frustration on social media over the Recording Academy’s omission of his identify from their August 20, 2024 article, “10 Artists Important to Ghanaian Hiplife.
The article, featured on the Recording Academy’s web site, highlights influential figures within the Ghanaian hiplife music scene.
It consists of distinguished names reminiscent of Reggie Rockstone, typically dubbed the “Godfather of Hiplife,” together with Lord Kenya, Obrafour, VIP, Tinny, Mzbel, Sarkodie, the Asakaa Boys, Black Sherif, and King Paluta.
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Stonebwoy argued that his identify was left off the record regardless of his vital contributions to the music business, backing his declare with a Grammy certificates.
On social media, Stonebwoy shared his frustrations with the creator of The Recording Academy’s article, saying:
“Whoever wrote this text is apparently lacking THE NAME. Do Due Diligence earlier than you publish half-dozed articles aiming to seize the true picture of the State of the Ghanaian Sound.”
Reactions to Stonebwoy’s criticism have been blended. Supporters praised his name for recognition. One X person responded, “You’ll be able to’t be overlooked although… correction dey hia momm,”
whereas one other person expressed a hopeful message, saying, “Bobo, God is getting ready a shock for you as a substitute. They left you out, count on a Grammy Award this 12 months. If certainly I’m a seer and I’ve a tongue of fireplace it shall come to cross.”
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Conversely, some customers criticized Stonebwoy for what they perceived as a determined want for recognition. Consumer @metamorfos28 remarked, “This sort of determined want for recognition is definitely beneath you. For a second, I assumed this was a fan account, until I noticed it’s really you.”
One other person, @1BongoIdeas, instructed that Stonebwoy’s give attention to awards and recognition was troubling, stating, “No marvel you’re nonetheless combating for 2019 VGMA AOTY. Your obsession with awards and recognition stinks bro. Perhaps we have to perceive Shatta Wale when he calls you out. Efo with the pains.”
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