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“My dressing does not determine my character” – Shatta Wale on why he dressed casually to meet the IGP
Shatta Wale has sought to explain the reasoning behind his choice of attire when he together with industry players were invited to meet the Inspector General of Police George Akufo Damapre and the police administration a day ago.
According to him, people have a preconceived notion of who he is based on his choice of hairstyle, dressing and overall personality.
Explaining himself after the meeting with the IGP, Shatta Wale said people shouldn’t have expected him to dress in a suit and tie because he was going to meet the IGP. He maintained that as an entertainer, he was entitled to live his life as such thus his lifestyle does not in any way mean he is a rascal or irresponsible.
“For instance, when I dress like this to a place, people think I am irresponsible based on the way I look. I am an entertainer, and we need to be allowed to live as such,” he said.
According to him, his work as an entertainer determined his costume so he was not under any obligation to look more formal because he was invited by the IGP.
“I believe we should be allowed to live that artistic life. IGP knows who I am so I didn’t have to dress any formal. This is the job I do and this is my uniform,” Shatta Wale said.
Source: www.ghbase.com
Twelve years after it first swept across Ghana’s airwaves, Edem’s classic hit Over Again has staged an extraordinary comeback, re-emerging as one of the most dominant songs in the country and capturing the attention of a new generation of listeners.
Originally released over a decade ago, the record has returned to national prominence, not on the strength of nostalgia alone, but through renewed relevance in today’s digital music ecosystem.
Over Again is currently charting in the Top 100 on Spotify, while also recording strong performances across other major streaming platforms.
The resurgence has been driven largely by social media, where the song has gone viral on TikTok, Instagram, and other platforms. Gen-Z creators and millennials are using the track to soundtrack emotionally driven content—ranging from short skits to deeply personal storytelling videos.
As a result, the song has become a cultural reference point for themes of love, betrayal, heartbreak, and emotional resilience.
The trend has grown so significant that top-tier influencers and several high-profile digital creators have joined in, using Over Again as background music for their videos and further amplifying its reach across the country.
Speaking on the song’s resurgence, Edem expressed excitement about its renewed impact.
“When I created Over Again, I knew the impact it had. I knew how strong the song was back then,” he said. “Seeing it connect again after all these years, especially with a new generation, is very exciting.”
The rapper encouraged his fan base, popularly known as the Go-Getters, to continue engaging with the song and sharing their personal stories through it.
At the core of Over Again is a storyline that remains strikingly relatable. The song explores betrayal among friends, romantic relationships disrupted by close acquaintances, and the emotional aftermath of loving and losing.
These themes have resonated strongly with audiences, many of whom say the narrative still mirrors real-life experiences today.
Consequently, the song is now widely used to tell stories such as losing a partner to a friend, navigating heartbreak after deep emotional investment, and reclaiming personal strength after betrayal.
Interestingly, the trend also includes users who position themselves as the “other person” in such scenarios, reframing the song around accountability, growth, or redemption.
The renewed success of Over Again underscores how music consumption has evolved. In the digital era, a song’s lifespan is no longer confined to its release period.
Social media and streaming platforms have created a level playing field where timeless music can resurface, cross generational boundaries, and regain commercial and cultural relevance.
With Over Again re-entering the charts, ranking among Spotify’s Top 100, and dominating social media trends, Edem’s classic stands as proof that great music does not expire.
Twelve years on, Over Again has not only returned—it is once again at the center of Ghana’s musical conversation.
Listen to the song below
https://youtu.be/od4a2BXoJ4g?si=JNhikrbAV56KuUeO
Veteran Ghanaian musician Ebenezer Asare, popularly known as Slim Buster has cautioned emerging artistes not to accept financial assistance from women.
This he said may lead to emotional and personal obligations that could affect an artiste’s freedom and career decisions.
Speaking in an interview in Accra on Monday, the highlife artiste mentioned that many young musicians without financial backing tend to rely on women for support, a situation he believes could cause future complications.
According to him, accepting financial assistance from women may lead to emotional and personal obligations that could affect an artiste’s freedom and career decisions.
“Most upcoming artistes don’t have money. They depend on some women. When a woman helps you, remember that they will come back for their money,” he said.
Slim Buster advised young talents to be cautious and mindful of the commitments that come with such support.
The musician further warned that abandoning or neglecting these women after achieving success could lead to serious repercussions.
“The very moment you decide to move away from them or neglect them because you’ve made it, they will come for you,” Slim Buster added.
By Spectator Reporter
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