Daddy Lumba

Daddy Lumba Marks 60, Astonished By ‘The Grace Of The Creator’
30 Sep

Daddy Lumba Marks 60, Astonished By ‘The Grace Of The Creator’

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“This is the first time ever, in 60 years, that I’m celebrating my birthday,” Daddy Lumba said in a viral video. The music icon and businessman expressed gladness in celebrating his birth anniversary today, Sunday, September 29, 2024, with all his loved ones, including “the crew, fun clubs”, etc. The Mensei Da (I Shan’t Be Destroyed) hitmaker also testified about divine kindness and preservation in view of the successes of his life and career and the life-threatening sickness he once overcame. “It is unbelievable to me. I’ve been through all the ups and downs of life, but the gracious Creator said I’d…
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‘Don’t Compare Me To Daddy Lumba; It’s Very Disrespectful’ – Shatta Wale Warns Netizens
04 Sep

‘Don’t Compare Me To Daddy Lumba; It’s Very Disrespectful’ – Shatta Wale Warns Netizens

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Dancehall musician Shatta Wale has criticised netizens for comparing him to Highlife legend Daddy Lumba. Recently, some online discussions have drawn parallels between Shatta Wale and Daddy Lumba, despite their different genres and eras of dominance. This comparison has sparked a heated debate about music supremacy between the two musicians. Daddy Lumba, a pioneering figure in highlife music, significantly influenced the Ghanaian music scene from the early 1990s through the 2000s with his distinctive vocals, massive hits, and timeless songs. Shatta Wale on the other hand, who began his career as 'Bandana' before rebranding, has become a prominent figure in contemporary Ghanaian music since the early 2000s.…
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Xlimkid Highlights Unity Among Ghanaian Artists Through Daddy Lumba’s London Show
13 May

Xlimkid Highlights Unity Among Ghanaian Artists Through Daddy Lumba’s London Show

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Xlimkid, a prominent hip-hop rapper, reflects on recent musical events in London featuring Ghanaian artists like Daddy Lumba, emphasizing the unity within the Ghanaian music industry. Xlimkid perceives the gatherings at events like those of Medikal and Daddy Lumba in London as demonstrations of camaraderie among Ghanaian musicians. In an interview with Cape Coast’s Property FM, Xlimkid underscores the discrepancy between internet narratives and the genuine unity among artists, emphasizing that portrayals online don't always reflect reality. He asserts that despite occasional internet drama, genuine camaraderie prevails when artists come together, fostering a supportive environment within the industry. Xlimkid suggests…
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I Can Never Say Any Bad Thing About Daddy Lumba – Ofori Amponsah Clears Air On Speculations That Lumba Spent His Money
26 Nov

I Can Never Say Any Bad Thing About Daddy Lumba – Ofori Amponsah Clears Air On Speculations That Lumba Spent His Money

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In an exclusive interview with Zionfelix, Ghanaian music legend, Ofori Amponsah addressed the long-standing allegations surrounding his relationship with fellow musician Daddy Lumba. With a lot of appreciation, Amponsah unequivocally stated that he could never speak ill of Daddy Lumba, attributing much of his success to the veteran musician’s support. “I can never say anything ill about Daddy Lumba,” Amponsah emphasized. “He played a pivotal role in shaping who I am today. If not for him, I wouldn’t be where I am,” Ofori Amponsah stated. Acknowledging the allegations concerning mishandled finances during their collaborative efforts, Amponsah highlighted that while there might have been discrepancies, focusing solely on…
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Daddy Lumba Paid More Than I Charged After Working With Him – Kaywa
30 Aug

Daddy Lumba Paid More Than I Charged After Working With Him – Kaywa

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Ghanaian music producer and sound engineer, David Kojo Kyei, popularly known as Kaywa, has opened up about his experience working with iconic singer Daddy Lumba. In an interview with Hammer of Kumasi-based Pure FM on June 8, 2023, Kaywa shared his admiration for Daddy Lumba and disclosed an unexpected display of generosity from the legendary musician. According to him, he had the honor of producing two highly acclaimed albums for Daddy Lumba: "Aware Pa Ye Anibre" in 2009 and "Ko Hye Po" in 2011. In the interview, Kaywa spoke fondly of his time collaborating with Daddy Lumba and acknowledged the significant impact it had on his…
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I Have A Good Relationship With Daddy Lumba – Pat Thomas
10 Jul

I Have A Good Relationship With Daddy Lumba – Pat Thomas

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Legendary Ghanaian Highlife singer and songwriter, Pat Thomas has emphatically stated that he and his fellow Highlife artiste, Daddy Lumba have no grudge between them. According to him, all rumors that they are on bad terms are false adding that they are on very good terms and have never had to argue about anything especially with regards to the album they have together unlike other musicians. In an interview with Akua Sika on Happy 98.9FM’s Happy Evening Drive, he said, “It is possible not to have any misunderstanding with a musician you collaborate with. It’s all based on how you relate with the artiste.…
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I Have Not Released A Diss Song For Daddy Lumba – Great Ampong
27 Jan

I Have Not Released A Diss Song For Daddy Lumba – Great Ampong

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Ghanaian gospel musician, Great Ampong has made a sharp turn on his earlier claim that his track "Onyame Akatua (Osisifo) is a diss song to legendary hi-life artiste Daddy Lumba. In a Power FM interview, the gospel artiste said that Lumba is not the target of his song and that he wouldn't shy away from mentioning him if he was indeed the one. “I can compose a song and have his name in it because I have composed songs for people. Some people approach me to compose songs for their dead relatives and I do. I take the deceased’s name…
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Nana Acheampong Made Me Who I Am Today – Daddy Lumba Confesses
03 Jan

Nana Acheampong Made Me Who I Am Today – Daddy Lumba Confesses

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Legendary Ghanaian highlife musician, Charles Kojo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, has attributed his storied career to his colleague Nana Acheampong. The ‘Aben Wo Ha’ hitmaker said Nana Acheampong’s direction made him the legend he is in the highlife genre today. Addressing a sold-out concert held in Accra, Ghana on January 1, 2022, Daddy Lumba revealed Nana Acheampong introduced him to highlife music, a genre that has sustained him and his career till today. According to the musician who recently released a diss song titled “Ofon Na Edi As3m Fo“, he was a Gospel singer until he met Nana…
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Daddy Lumba Took Me To My First Radio Interview – KOD
21 Nov

Daddy Lumba Took Me To My First Radio Interview – KOD

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Renowned Ghanaian OAP who doubles as a fashion creative director of Nineteen 57, Kofi Okyere Darko, popularly referred to as KOD has paid tribute to Daddy Lumba, the highlife maestro, for his immense contribution to his radio career. In an exclusive on Showbiz 927 with Caleb Nii Boye, KOD attributed the start of his radio career to the persistence of Daddy Lumba. “I think one of the things that propelled me to do what I did back then was that I was driven into Radio Gold for the very first time by Daddy Lumba. He was like, ‘Nana, you can…
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Daddy Lumba drops his campaign song for Nana Akuffo-Addo (VIDEO)
11 Nov

Daddy Lumba drops his campaign song for Nana Akuffo-Addo (VIDEO)

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Legendary Ghanaian musician Daddy Lumba has become the latest musician to drop a campaign song for the ruling party and its flagbearer Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. Daddy Lumba in his new campaign song sang about the end of dumsor, the institution of NABCO, restoration of allowances for teachers and nursing trainees, Free SHS and others in this piece. He stressed that Nana Akufo-Addo is the people’s choice and as such Ghanaians should come together as one to vote for him in the forthcoming general elections. Watch video of his endorsement below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QyfuXq3TWE&feature=youtu.be As it stands now, Samini, Kaakyire Kwame Appiah…
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