I Promised My Family I’d Quit Rap, But Music Called Me Back — Eno Barony Opens Up

When Eno Barony, born Ruth Eno Adjoa Amankwah, first ventured into music, she found herself navigating a path filled with secrecy and self-doubt.

Reflecting on her early days during an interview on Agyenkwa FM as far as this entertainment news in Ghana is concerned, she recounted the challenges she faced, particularly in her relationship with her father.

“When I began music, I hid it from my father,” Eno admitted. “Even when he got to know, I lied to him.”

Her passion for rap blossomed while attending Kumasi Polytechnic, where she promised her family, swearing on a Bible, that she would abandon her musical ambitions. “I had to promise the whole family with a Bible that I wouldn’t do rap anymore,” she explained.

Ironically, it was during her time at Kumasi Polytechnic that she joined KFM Freestyle, where her musical journey truly began to take shape.

“Funny enough, immediately I got to Kumasi Polytechnic, that was when I joined KFM freestyle,” she shared, highlighting the complexity of her situation.

Eno’s journey into the music industry was not just about pursuing a passion; it was also about overcoming her own insecurities. She confessed that she never envisioned herself as a top female rapper.

“Music was just a passion; I didn’t see myself becoming a top female rapper. It was people who used to tell me that I was good, but frankly speaking, I didn’t see myself in that way. I used to look down on myself because I was timid,” Eno revealed, shedding light on her struggles with self-esteem.

Despite the hurdles, Eno Barony has emerged as a prominent figure in the Ghanaian music scene, proving that passion, resilience, and a willingness to confront one’s fears can lead to unexpected success.

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