The Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) has noted with rising concern the increase in the frequency of the release of profane songs by musicians in the country.
In a statement signed by its President Bice Osei Kuffour (Obour), the organisation called on artists to cease releasing such songs, and also that DJ’s and radio presenters also be mindful of the kind of songs they play.
This issue has come front and centre after arguably the biggest artiste in the nation himself, Shatta Wale, released his song ‘Wo Maame Tw*’. Singers like Wisa and others has also released songs with profane lyrics in the past.
The body is thus calling on artists to cease releasing such songs in the interest of the country.
Read the full statement below…
“The Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) has noted with concern, the rising incidence of profane lyrics in songs released by Ghanaian musicians. This current trend is particularly disturbing considering the fact that these songs are played without any radio edits on primetime radio and given wide currency on social media.
In that regard, the Union is calling on musicians and song writers in Ghana to desist from writing songs with profane lyrics. As much as the Union appreciates the creative liberties of song writers to freely express themselves, it is essential that artistes appreciate the impact of their songs on the public especially in an era where technology has made it relatively easier for songs to be heard.
MUSIGA is therefore urging all musicians to be mindful of the need to provide inspiring and positive lyrics in our songs. In the same breadth, we are also calling on radio and television station operators to be mindful of their role as gatekeepers of society and be circumspect in what they play on air. We are also calling on the National Media Commission to throw their spotlight on the content of music played on air not only on the political content of programmes.
As the nation prepares for elections in November, we of the Musicians Union of Ghana would like to urge all Ghanaians to be vigilant in ensuring that the elections are peaceful and credible.”
STATEMENT: MUSIGA Condemns Indiscriminate Release Of Profane Songs By Artists
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