Kuami Eugene

I Don’t Steal Music – Kuami Eugene

I Don’t Steal Music – Kuami Eugene

Ghanaian musician Kuami Eugene has addressed ongoing allegations regarding his practice of sampling music from other artistes which many describe as stealing. During a conversation on Accra-based Hitz FM, the acclaimed singer clarified misconceptions surrounding his creative process. “I don’t ‘steal’ music,” Kuami Eugene asserted firmly, countering the persistent rumours that have surrounded his work. He emphasised that as an artiste, he draws inspiration from a variety of sources, often incorporating unique elements to develop his distinctive sound. “Every artiste takes influences from different places,” he explained, highlighting the collaborative nature of the music industry. Referencing legendary figures like Michael…
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I Couldn’t Remember My Lyrics At The Sight Of Kuami Eugene, He’s My Crush – Afua Asantewaa

I Couldn’t Remember My Lyrics At The Sight Of Kuami Eugene, He’s My Crush – Afua Asantewaa

Afua Asantewaa has disclosed her strong fondness for Kuami Eugene which affected her inability to remember the lyrics of a song at the sight of Kuami Eugene at Akwaaba Village when the latter came to support her during her singa-thon. In a recent interview with Joy Prime, Afua Asantewaa who recently embarked on the longest singing marathon by an individual said her husband was very much aware of her great admiration for Kuami, a reason for performing most of his songs. “I said that guy came and I could not remember my lyrics. I said ‘this guy has worried me.’…
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Secular-Gospel Music: Kuami Eugene Revived Joyce Blessing’s Ministry – Sonnie Badu

Secular-Gospel Music: Kuami Eugene Revived Joyce Blessing’s Ministry – Sonnie Badu

Gospel musician, Dr. Sonnie Badu has said Kuami Eugene revived Joyce Blessing’s ministry with the ‘Victory’ song. Speaking on Starr Chat with Bola Ray Thursday, Dr. Badu stated that there is nothing wrong with secular musicians writing songs for gospel musicians. “Kuami Eugene wrote a song for Joyce Blessing and I follow Joyce Blessing and the song is blessing everybody. Kwabena Kwabena wrote a song for Ohemaa Mercy and it blesses people. “You (Bola Ray) are one of the people that promoted ‘Baba Open the Flood Gate’. It was a secular guy that produced the song, Kwame Yeboah. Kwame Yeboah…
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Pre-Fame: ‘I Miss That Life So Much’ – Kuami Eugene

Pre-Fame: ‘I Miss That Life So Much’ – Kuami Eugene

“It’s not like it used to be,” Highlife/Afrobeats artiste Kuami Eugene has assessed his current life. He said this guesting on Class 91.3 FM's Class Drive, Friday, 20 October 2023. Host Yao Mawutor Fianu had highlighted Eugene’s status as a celebrated singer-songwriter and wondered if he ever seizes moments to live a normal life apart from his public persona. “I try, I try. It’s interesting. I actually try. I miss that life so much,” Kuami Eugene said. Noting “that life used to be fun” before stardom, Eugene underscored the irony also: “Unfortunately, we didn’t like that life because we wanted…
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People Troll Me Because Of Economic Pressures – Kuami Eugene

People Troll Me Because Of Economic Pressures – Kuami Eugene

Highlife sensation Kuami Eugene has said he is undisturbed by social media trolls, stating that economic pressures is a significant factor driving these negative comments. He acknowledges that people occasionally target him with harsh remarks, but he has chosen to overlook such comments. Speaking on Hitz FM on October 19, he noted there is a "Kuami Eugene factor" at play, where some people criticize him without any clear reason. He believes that if one were to scrutinize his actions and assess what he has done to deserve such criticisms, they wouldn’t find anything wrong he did. Many of those who criticize him have…
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“He Has Given Me My Percentage” – Kuami Eugene On Mr. Drew’s ‘Case’

“He Has Given Me My Percentage” – Kuami Eugene On Mr. Drew’s ‘Case’

Kuami Eugene has disclosed that Mr. Drew has fulfilled his financial obligation of his contribution to the song, ‘Case’. The ‘Rockstar’ had revealed that he wrote about eighty percent of Mr. Drew’s song, 'Case’ but the latter failed to either acknowledge his input or pay him. However, in a new interview on Hitz FM’s Daybreak Hitz with DJ Slim, he said Mr Drew has gotten in touch with him and given him his due. “He didn’t have a total knowledge of what he was doing. He didn’t know that if you put music out there without the consent of the one that…
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This My First Experience Of Pouring All My Emotions Into A Project – Kuami Eugene On New Album

This My First Experience Of Pouring All My Emotions Into A Project – Kuami Eugene On New Album

Ghana’s sensational Highlife and Afropop star, Kuami Eugene, recently opened up about his latest musical endeavour during a candid interview on Y 107.9 FM’s “Dryve of Your Lyfe” with Kojo Manuel. In a heartfelt revelation, the artiste shared his deep connection to his new album, “Love and Chaos.” “This is an album I poured my heart out on. I’m normally not allowed to pour my heart into a project. But with the influence of Empire, I’ve been given that opportunity to put myself in it,” Kuami Eugene told Kojo Manuel. This introspective journey into his music was unleashed after a hiatus from the…
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I Have Sent The Case To My Lawyer – Kuami Eugene Reveals Amid ‘Case’ Controversy

I Have Sent The Case To My Lawyer – Kuami Eugene Reveals Amid ‘Case’ Controversy

More details have emerged in the unpaid royalties saga between Highlife artiste Kuami Eugene and his colleague, Mr Drew. According to Kuami Eugene, he has involved his lawyer in the issue and the situation would be handled legally. During an appearance on the Kojo Manuel podcast, where he was asked about any issues he may have with his industry peers, Kuami Eugene shared his experience with a specific incident involving the song "Case," which he had written for Mr. Drew but has not received due credit or royalties for. "I do have a problem with someone now, they think because I let things go easily,…
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Getting Exposed To Money At A Young Age Affected Me Greatly – Kuami Eugene

Getting Exposed To Money At A Young Age Affected Me Greatly – Kuami Eugene

Popular Ghanaian Highlife artiste, Kuami Eugene, has opened up about the mental toll of being exposed to wealth at a young age and how public criticism affected him. During a live interview with radio show host Kojo Manuel, he expressed feeling mistreated by critics who, he believed, should have taken his youth and newfound wealth into account. He stated, "I made a lot of mistakes when I was young; blowing up as a young guy wasn't easy. At the age of 19, they should have considered the fact that 'Oh, he is a young boy.'" Kuami Eugene explained the rapid transition from…
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It’s Childish, Disrespectful – Kuami Eugene Slams Incredible Zigi Over ‘Sleeping Artistes’ Comment

It’s Childish, Disrespectful – Kuami Eugene Slams Incredible Zigi Over ‘Sleeping Artistes’ Comment

Ghanaian hiplife artiste, Kuami Eugene has taken a dig at popular Ghanaian dance artiste and choreographer, Amofa Michael professionally known as Incredible Zigi over his ‘some artiste are sleeping’ comment. He described the remark as childish and disrespectful as it underestimates the efforts of music artistes in the entertainment industry. The hiplife artiste explained that some artistes in the music industry are putting in their best efforts to get hit songs by paying huge sums of money to dancers to make their music thrive. In an interview with Kwadwo Sheldon which GhanaWeb monitored, Kuami Eugene chided Incredible Zigi for asserting that some artistes in…
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