‘Love led me to drugs’ — rapper Agbeko shares painful story of addiction

Ghanaian rapper Bismark Yankah, better known as Agbeko, has revealed how his battle with drug addiction began after falling in love with a woman he met at a music show.

According to the “Wototome” hitmaker, he met the woman during a performance. What began as a casual friendship quickly turned romantic and later destructive.

“I was introduced to drugs by a female friend whose father had sent her from the UK to Ghana because of her addiction. she later became my girlfriend,” Agbeko said in an emotional interview.

He explained that the lady’s father brought her to Ghana hoping she would recover, but things worsened.

“Because of drugs, her father brought her down to change, but it b…
[17:59, 28/10/2025] Edem: Rapper Agbeko breaks down as he recounts struggles with addiction and life on the streets

Ghanaian rapper Bismark Yankah, popularly known as Agbeko, has shared a heartbreaking story about how drug addiction, memory loss, and financial hardship pushed him from fame to life on the streets.

In an emotional interview, the “Wototome” hitmaker broke down in tears as he recounted losing everything he once had, including his home and music career.

“I was doing drugs… I lost everything. I couldn’t get myself a place anymore. I had no means to rent a room. Everything that was holding me up was gone, and I found myself on the streets,” Agbeko said.

He explained that although he made some money from his music, it wasn’t enough to sustain him.

“I used to divide my money into three parts, one for bills, one for music, and one for feeding. That’s how I survived,” he noted.

The rapper tried to make ends meet through a small clothing business. “I sometimes carried bags around and showed people good clothes to buy,” he said.

Agbeko revealed that things got worse when he began suffering from memory loss, making it hard for him to recognize even familiar faces.

“Sometimes I forget people I’ve known for years. They think I’m showing off, but I’m really not. I just can’t remember,” he said, adding that he now believes he needs medical help.

Agbeko, who rose to fame with his hit “Wototome,” was once admired for his lyrical style and energetic performances. But like many entertainers, he faced personal struggles behind the scenes, which eventually affected his mental health and livelihood.

Despite his challenges, the rapper remains hopeful and says he is determined to seek help and rebuild his life. His story highlights the unseen battles many musicians face beyond the spotlight.

By: Jacob Aggrey