Amandzeba: Hearing from individuals that they adore my music makes me feel honored

The Wɔgbɛ Dzɛkɛ hitmaker stated that admiration for an artist is not a requirement for acceptance in a recent interview with Graphic Showbiz. 

"You don't need celebrations from others to realize that you're doing well. I've always believed that when someone tells me they adore my music, I should be honored. I'm confident that I've performed some amazing songs, and I'll be happy if I receive appreciation for them.

"After everything that Dr. Kwame Nkrumah accomplished for Ghana, he was toppled in this country. I find solace in the idea that I am not doing music for attention because anything decent that comes from this nation will not be received positively. 

Therefore, as a musician, don't feel guilty that Ghana does not recognize you. People will love you for who you are when you believe in yourself and your offering, he said.   

Amandzeba is passionate about creating uplifting music, and he claims that when he enters the studio, his first thought is always about projecting Africa, which has helped his songs stand out.

"Whenever I write a song, I try to communicate the African tale through it, which gives the music depth and authenticity. I prefer to utilize local names like Ama or Akosua while writing love songs rather than using English names. I'm proud to have African names for songs like Dede and Ama. "Great songs never go out of style, and I'm happy to see that young people still enjoy Highlife music," he said.

One Ghana, a venue owned by Amandzeba, is situated on Spintex Road. He claims that one of his goals is to provide emerging musicians with a platform to showcase their live performances and promote Highlife music.

Known for other songs including Toffee, Aso, Medo, Kotosa and Deeba, Amandzeba has won several awards from different organisations.

He defines himself as the conduit between the living and the dead, as well as between the old and the new. "I call myself this because I play old songs with a contemporary feel."

He told Graphic Showbiz that preparations are on to commemorate WŔgbɛ Dzɛkɛ's 25 years starting the next year.