Ghanaian music icon, Stonebwoy has shared profound insights on navigating success, dealing with criticism, and staying true to his principles.
He acknowledged that success comes with opposition and added, “People will have genuine reasons to hate you.”
“I see things from a light perspective because my mom told me one thing that I always keep—when you move, you have to make space. Definitely, people will feel a certain kind of way about that.
“Some of the reasons, when you hear them, if you were them, you would hate you too. But for me, I come with light because my mom always tells me that no matter how big the darkness is, all you need is a tiny touch, and you’re going to cut through.”
Stonebwoy
Despite challenges, Stonebwoy emphasized that standing out is necessary, even when it’s difficult. “It’s not easy, but if you want to stand out, you have to move,” he stated.
The artist also stressed the importance of integrity.
“I stand on the truth. I stand on honesty. When I do anybody wrong, and I know from the bottom of my heart that I’m wrong, I make sure I correct it. Not always going to apologize, but it’s a learning curve in life.”
Stonebwoy
Moreover, the Ghanaian superstar once again proved that resilience is key to success.
He opened up about overcoming hardships and maintaining a never-give-up mentality.
“We don’t give down, or give up. Where we are coming from, we don’t know give up. I’m being honest with you because I’ve been through a lot of things. Give up is not here. You can get tired, of course, but you get right back up after resting.”
Stonebwoy
Reflecting on his upbringing, he credited his parents for instilling perseverance in him. “It’s the principles. Charity begins at home,” he added.
“It’s how my mom and dad brought me up. I see obstacles as opportunities for miracles.”
Stonebwoy
He also shared a powerful perspective on struggles.
“The moment where there’s give up, that’s where I stand up. The sweetness of life is in the struggles. The earlier we realize that, the better, so we don’t kill ourselves before time.”
Stonebwoy
Stonebwoy Describes His Music as ‘African Music’
Ghanaian dancehall star, Stonebwoy reaffirmed his deep connection to African music, emphasizing that his sound is fundamentally rooted in Black culture.
He described his music as a fusion of Afrobeat and dancehall, both of which originate from Africa.
“My music is the music of Black origin. Another word to get familiar with is Afro-dancehall. The ‘Afro’ stands for Afrobeat, Africa, and the African sound, while dancehall also has African roots.
“When you put everything together, you realize my music is hugely influenced by the music of Black origin.”
Stonebwoy
Beyond creating hits, the ‘Into The Future’ hitmaker sees himself as a bridge uniting Black people worldwide through his craft.
“Music is a spiritual entity on its own, and everyone has their reason for making it. For me, I have to use it well for its purpose—to unite nations and people. That’s why I don’t put myself in a box.”
Stonebwoy
Those perusing the history of Africa’s entanglement with Jamaican sound can anticipate frequent mention of Stonebwoy’s name.
Throughout his career, the Ghanaian Afro-dancehall artist has connected sonic and cultural dots on a scale scarcely rivaled in Ghana’s music history.
Stonebwoy’s authenticity and lasting dedication to amplifying Africa through music has resonated with a global audience, as well as a number of major acts.
His unmatched vitality has led to collaborations with fellow Afro-dancehall mainstays such as General Pype, Cynthia Morgan, and Patoranking, as well as Jamaican legends Beenie Man, Shaggy, and Sizzla.
READ ALSO: Political Favoritism Shapes Major Government Contracts
