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03 Apr

It Really Pained You – King Paluta Admits Receiving Money From Dr Bawumia

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Ghanaian rapper King Paluta has openly admitted receiving payment from former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia during the 2024 election campaign season. This comes following criticism over his recent comments about some social media influencers being paid to rally behind some music artistes. The controversy began when King Paluta, in a Twitter (now X) post on April 2, 2025, expressed disappointment after noticing a previously supportive fan suddenly withdraw endorsement for his Artiste of the Year (AOTY) bid. Some quickly reminded him of his own political affiliations, with one user responding, "You took big money from politicians during elections and…

19 Mar

Did Profanity Trigger The Exclusion Of King Paluta’s ‘Makoma’ From TGMA’s Final List?

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The exclusion of King Paluta’s Makoma from the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) has sparked a heated debate, with many questioning the selection criteria for nominees, particularly in the ‘Most Popular Song of the Year’ category. Some entertainment figures and fans have speculated that ‘Makoma’ may have been excluded due to an alleged profane lyric captured in the hook of the song. However, if this was the reason, why did other songs with similar or equally questionable lyrics still make the cut? King Paluta, together with his management team, has officially petitioned the TGMA board for not considering the…

19 Mar

Under Your Eyes, What Belongs To You Will Be Snatched Away – Delay On Paluta’s ‘Makoma’ TGMA Snub

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Deloris Frimpong Manso, popularly known as Delay, has shared her thoughts on the controversy surrounding King Paluta’s popular song, ‘Makoma’, being left out of the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) nominations. On Tuesday, March 18, the media personality took to her X page to express displeasure over the exclusion of the song from all the expected categories. “How King Paluta’s ‘Makoma’ wasn’t nominated is why I keep praying without ceasing. Under your very eyes, what belongs to you will be snatched away if you cease praying,” Delay wrote. Her comment has added to the ongoing discussion on social media,…

25 Feb

King Paluta For Artiste Of The Year Is A Done Deal – Okyeame Kwame

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Popular Ghanaian rapper and businessman Okyeame Kwame, has endorsed King Paluta as his pick for Artiste of the Year. In a Facebook post on Monday, Okyeame Kwame wrote: "Artiste of the year. Signed, sealed, delivered. And he is wearing the love equation by ok. Medaase." While he didn't specify which award ceremony he was referring to, many believe he’s talking about the upcoming Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA). His post has sparked discussions about who should win the Artiste of the Year title this year. King Paluta is seen as a strong contender due to his hard work, popularity, and…

05 Nov

King Paluta Apologizes For No-Show At Oyibi Concert

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Budding artiste King Paluta has issued an apology to fans after missing his scheduled performance at Lochers Lounge in Oyibi last Saturday. Fans who had eagerly gathered to see him perform were left disappointed, as the artist never made it back to the stage after initially arriving at the venue. In response to the frustration expressed by many patrons, King Paluta explained that unexpected circumstances prevented him from performing, adding that the situation was beyond his control. He clarified that both he and the event organizers had planned for his appearance, dismissing rumors that he deliberately disrespected the event. According…

28 Aug

I’m Not In The Music Industry To Compete With Anyone – King Paluta

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King Paluta, the 24th TGMA New Artist of the Year, has made it clear that his presence in the music industry is not about competition. In an interview with Kwadwo Sheldon, he asserted that his focus is on making music fueled by the immense support and love he has received from his fans. Looking ahead, the artist revealed that his debut album, scheduled for release this year, will showcase his versatility with a mix of rap and singing, though it will feature more singing tracks. King Paluta was recently listed in the Grammy article on 10 Artists Essential to Ghanaian…

27 Aug

King Paluta Breaks Down In Tears During London Performance [Video]

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Rap sensation, King Paluta had a moment of pure elation turn into an emotional breakdown on stage during his recent performance in London. The artiste was mid-performance of his hit song ‘Aseda’ when he paused, overcome with emotion, and broke down in tears. The crowd, fully immersed in the performance, took over chanting his lyrics with enthusiasm. The realization of his hard work and dedication paying off seemed to hit him hard, and he was visibly moved to tears. The audience continued to sing along, fueling King Paluta’s passion and further igniting his performance. His London performance will undoubtedly be…

19 Aug

Priest In Viral Video Apologizes For Singing King Paluta’s ‘Aseda’ In Church

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Rev. Fr. Peter Kusi Twumasi, the Acting Rector of St. Stephen Rectorate in Bodomase, has issued a heartfelt apology after a video of him singing the secular song “Aseda” by King Paluta in church went viral. The video, which has garnered widespread attention on social media, has sparked controversy and led to concerns about maintaining the sanctity of religious spaces. In his apology, Rev. Fr. Twumasi expressed deep regret for his actions, acknowledging that he allowed secular influences to enter a sacred space. He stated that his intention was never to disrespect the traditions or faith of the Church, and…

13 Aug

King Paluta’s “Aseda” Sparks Mixed Reactions After Catholic Priest Leads Congregation In Sing-Along

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Singer King Paluta’s hit track “Aseda” is gaining widespread attention after a video surfaced showing the Catholic priest of St. Stephen’s Catholic Church in Kumawu-Bodomase leading his congregation in a lively sing-along to the song. In the video, many members enthusiastically joined in with the priest, singing the lyrics word for word, and has since sparked varied reactions among fans and social media users. While some praised the priest for his authenticity, calling him “not a hypocrite,” others commended the song, stating it is “better than some gospel songs these days.” However, not everyone was pleased, with some expressing their displeasure, labelling…

18 Jul

Hiplife Legend TiC Endorses King Paluta’s New Hit Single ‘Makoma’

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Hiplife legend Tic has endorsed the latest single track of hiplife star King Paluta The new song,’Makoma’ which was released on July 5, has quickly become a fan favourite, earning co-signs from major performers such as Samini. It became the No.1 song in Africa, based on statistics from Boomplay and Audiomack collected between July 5 and July 11. Despite King Paluta’s success since transitioning to singing, and how the new song has become an instant hit, some industry persons have questioned his vocal prowess. An entertainment pundit KOKA expressed dissatisfaction with the voice of the ‘Aseda’ singer and advised him…