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28 Nov

Nothing Happened – Safo Newman Opens Up On Studio Session With Sarkodie

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Nine months after his studio session with Sarkodie went viral, Safo Newman has revealed that the meeting was musically unproductive. The duo met at Sarkodie’s studio in February 2024 after Safo Newman expressed a desire to personally thank the rapper for his acknowledgment. Recalling the moment, Safo shared, “Sarkodie tweeted that I was original, liked my style, and looked forward to working with me. I was grateful and thanked him in his DM, but I felt it wasn’t enough. So, I asked if I could meet him personally to express my appreciation.” Following their meeting, rumors spread that they had…

28 Nov

I Was Advised To Do Drugs So I Could Go Wild On Stage – Safo Newman

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Ghanaian musician Safo Newman has revealed that he has been advised by some people to use illicit substances to boost his confidence on stage. According to the Akokoa hitmaker, despite such suggestions, he remains steadfast in staying true to himself and his principles. “People have actually recommended that I should do some of these things [drugs] so that I will go wild [on stage]. I won’t be doing that. I don’t think I can do that,” he stated on Hitz FM during a conversation about public criticism of his calm demeanor on stage. In the interview with Andy Dosty, Safo explained that many people…

14 May

Safo Newman Warns Against False Stories

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Safo Newman, the Akokoa singer, has voiced his frustration over what he labels as fabricated narratives surrounding his identity. Speaking candidly on Asempa Showbiz, the emerging artist lamented the proliferation of misleading stories aimed at generating online traffic rather than presenting accurate portrayals of his character. Newman emphasized the prevalence of misleading headlines since his rise to prominence, attributing them to individuals seeking to exploit his name for personal gain. He urged caution, advising audiences not to readily believe every story circulated about him, particularly those propagated by bloggers aiming solely for increased web traffic. In a recent social media…

08 May

Shatta Wale Criticizes Safo Newman’s Management Over Appearance

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Shatta Wale, the outspoken Ghanaian Dancehall artiste, has voiced his disappointment regarding the lack of investment in the appearance of emerging artiste Safo Newman by his management team. In a video shared by Graphic Showbiz, Shatta Wale expressed his belief that it's crucial for Safo Newman's team to focus on building his image before aggressively promoting his music. "They say there’s this new guy, Safo Newman, and I expect his management or those who discovered him to be sensible to take responsibility for his branding before sending him out there," Shatta Wale remarked, highlighting his concerns. While Safo Newman gained…

21 Feb

Video Of Sarkodie’s Studio Session With Safo Newman Sparks Collaboration Rumours

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Safo Newman, the viral sensation known for his hit track 'Akokoa,' has taken social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, by storm since Wednesday morning, February 21st. The surge in attention comes after a studio session where the emerging singer is seen with renowned Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie, hinting at a potential collaboration. Ghanaians on X have been sharing their diverse opinions on the footage of the studio session, showcasing the excitement surrounding the collaboration between the Safo and Sarkodie Safo Newman gained widespread recognition after the release of his track 'Akokoa,' which quickly went viral across mainstream and social…

15 Feb

Meeting Sarkodie In Person Will Be A Dream Come True – Safo Newman

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Ghana's new music sensation, Safo Newman, is riding high on the waves of success with his hit single "Akokoa," and he credits much of his newfound fame to none other than Ghanaian rap icon, Sarkodie. Safo Newman, whose song Akokoa is currently making waves across various digital platforms, expressed his profound gratitude towards Sarkodie for amplifying his music's reach. The new kid on the block’s rise to prominence has been meteoric, with Akokoa climbing the charts and gaining significant traction, particularly after Sarkodie lent his support to the track, branding it as 'a banger.' In an exclusive interview withGraphic Showbiz, Safo Newman expressed his admiration…

15 Jan

Safo Newman’s ‘Akokoa’ Gains Traction, Hits Number 7 On Apple Music Charts

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Safo Newman has become the latest sensation in Ghana’s music space after his videos went viral on X over the weekend. He was trending steadily until Sarkodie endorsed his ‘raw’ talent, cementing him as one of the budding artiste projected to go far in the industry. https://twitter.com/sarkodie/status/1745745336579039339?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1745745336579039339%7Ctwgr%5E9f01226f8e7886701f7a4694718b525c0c811c44%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adomonline.com%2Fsafo-newmans-akokoa-gains-traction-hits-number-7-on-apple-music-charts%2F Since then, social media users including celebrities have lauded the musician, who is also a Career Technology teacher at Cosmos Basic School at Lapaz, for his lyrical prowess in his buzzing ‘Akokoa’ song. Safo Newman has been garnering followers on the X platform. Source: Adomonline