We’re Losing Our Talent-Tigmatic Urges Focus on Homegrown Music

Rapper Tigmatic has shared his thoughts on the challenges facing the Ghanaian music industry and the need for a shift in perspective towards local talent in an interview on Showbiz 360, aired on TV3.

His comments resonated with many as he expressed a sense of urgency for artists and stakeholders to prioritize homegrown music and develop a robust market for their work.

Tigmatic emphasized the importance of self-validation, stating, “We’re always excited. It’s like we’re constantly seeking validation from the outside, particularly from the Western world. While that’s not inherently bad, it becomes problematic when it stems from a lack of belief in what we have, even within our own market.”

His remarks highlight a prevalent issue in the industry: while external recognition can be gratifying, it should not overshadow the need to cultivate and celebrate local talent.

He further pointed out the disparity between Nigerian and Ghanaian music, noting, “You might hear some Nigerian music, but you hardly hear Ghanaian songs,” underscoring a gap that suggests a lack of representation for Ghanaian artists on larger platforms.

This observation serves as a call to action for industry players to create avenues for promoting and amplifying local music, ensuring it receives the attention it deserves both nationally and internationally.

Tigmatic also addressed the state of prestigious awards within the Ghanaian music scene, stating, “We’re not worried that we’ve killed most of our biggest prestigious awards.”

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This statement reflects a concern that the local industry may be neglecting its own accolades and platforms that once celebrated its artists.

He believes it is vital for the industry to restore these awards and create new ones that genuinely recognize and uplift Ghanaian talent.

Addressing the need for stronger internal structures, he cautioned, “We need to be mindful of how open we are, because we are letting our talents go if we don’t learn to make the best out of it internally and strengthen our own world.”

His perspective suggests that an over-reliance on foreign influences and markets could undermine the potential of Ghanaian artists, urging stakeholders to build a solid foundation for local talent to thrive.

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