Ghanaian musician Kelvyn Boy has explained why some Ghanaian artists now incorporate Nigerian elements in their music.
Speaking with Andy Dosty on Daybreak Hitz on Hitz FM, he noted that strictly Ghanaian-sounding compositions struggle to gain international recognition.
“We are finding it hard when we sound typical Ghanaian. I mean, enodey go when we do it like that. Even if ego is just here, you come back and say, ‘Oh, why are we just here and some people are international?'” he said.
Kelvyn Boy pointed out that Nigerians also incorporate Ghanaian languages into their songs, creating a unique sound.
“They don’t sound just them; they sometimes leave theirs and come and say our own. They fuse in. The fusion is what I’m talking about,” he explained.
He emphasized the need for balance in music, noting that Ghanaian audiences actively consume Nigerian songs, which often feature Ghanaian influences.
“Because at the end of the day, it’s the same Ghanaian people who listen to Nigerian songs. We’re talking about balance; they fuse in, and balance is what I think is taking time,” he added.
Kelvyn Boy has recently released a new song, Break It, reinforcing his advocacy for musical fusion.