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20 Jan

I’m Loved But Social Media Doesn’t Reflect That – Kuami Eugene

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Ghanaian musician Kuami Eugene has opened up about public perception and the challenges of navigating social media opinions. Speaking on Joy Prime's Changes program hosted by Roselyn Felli, monitored by MyNewsGh, the talented artiste shared his thoughts on how he is perceived both online and offline. "In reality, I'm actually loved. You love me, right? I love you guys, too," he said to the live audience while smiling. However, he was quick to contrast this reality with the negativity he occasionally encounters on social media. "Not entirely, not on social media, but in reality, I'm actually loved." The Kuami Eugene also reflected…

23 Oct

I Don’t Steal Music – Kuami Eugene

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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…

08 Jan

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

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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.’…

08 Dec

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

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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…

25 Oct

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

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“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…

23 Oct

Ghanaian DJs Should Be Compelled By Law To Play 70% Local Songs – Kuami Eugene

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Ghanaian musician, Kuami Eugene, has called on Parliament to pass legislation that would compel Disc Jockeys in the country to have their playlist feature 70% of Ghanaian songs. According to him, one of the major factors impeding the progress of Ghanaian music is the fact that DJs are fond of playing more foreign songs than local ones. The ‘Angela’ hitmaker alluded to the fact that the Nigerian music industry is thriving because legislation has been passed where foreign songs are limited and most of the time their indigenous songs are played on various media platforms. Speaking in an interview with Nana…

20 Oct

People Troll Me Because Of Economic Pressures – Kuami Eugene

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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…

19 Oct

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

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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…

19 Oct

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

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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…

04 Oct

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

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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,…