Veteran Ghanaian Highlife singer Amandzeba, also known as Nat Brew has expressed in an interview with Graphic Showbiz that despite all the things Ghana’s first president Dr. Kwame Nkrumah did for Ghana, his legacy was neglected hence he remains unfazed by the lack of celebration as a legendary musician.
The former Nakorex trio leader said he finds motivation in the love shown by people who approach him to express their admiration for his songs.
“People don’t necessarily have to celebrate you to know that you are doing well. I have had this conviction that I am celebrated when people tell me they love my music. I know I have done great songs and if people praise me for it, it is enough celebration.
“This is a country where Dr Kwame Nkrumah was overthrown after all he did for Ghana. Anything good that comes from this country will not be celebrated well so I take consolations from the fact that I am not doing music to be celebrated.
“So don’t feel bad as a musician that Ghana does not celebrate you. When you believe in yourself and the product you have, people will love you for it”, he said.
Amandzeba also mentioned that he is dedicated to creating uplifting music, and that his primary focus in the studio is to showcase Africa. This commitment has greatly contributed to the success and impact of his songs.
“Whenever I am writing a song, it is about telling the African story and that makes the song rich and authentic. If I am even writing a love song, I want to use local names like Ama, Akosua and not use an English name. I have songs like Dede, Ama and I am proud of such African names. Great songs are timeless and I am delighted to know that the youth still love Highlife music” he stated.
Amandzeba has a spot called One Ghana located on the Spintex Road and he says his reason is to give opportunity to young artistes to perform live and also project Highlife music.
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