ACCRA: Dancehall musician and broadcaster Blakk Rasta has openly criticized Stonebwoy’s latest hit, “Jejereje,” suggesting that the song quickly lost its momentum shortly after its release.
According to Ghana Web, Blakk Rasta, during an interview on Joy Prime, expressed concerns about the longevity of current music trends. The artist, known for his hit “Barack Obama,” argued that many contemporary songs fail to endure because musicians prioritize following fleeting trends over crafting timeless music. He used Stonebwoy’s “Jejereje” as a case in point, noting how its initial success was short-lived.
Blakk Rasta remarked, “With all due respect, Stonebwoy is my brother, and I love him. ‘Jejereje’ was a great song that we all enjoyed when it was released. I remember being in Nkroful when it came out and thinking it was fantastic. However, after just one week, ‘Jejereje’ lost its appeal. I genuinely like the song, and I hope it can regain its popularity.”
Further drawing on the wisdom of the late reggae legen
d Lucky Dube, Blakk Rasta emphasized the importance of producing music with meaningful messages. He noted, “I recall Lucky Dube saying that he didn’t aim to create hits in the studio. Instead, he wanted to deliver a message through his music. If his songs became hits because people connected with the message, then that was a bonus.”
Despite the criticism, Stonebwoy’s “Jejereje,” which was released in September 2024, has garnered over 1.3 million views on YouTube, indicating a significant level of interest and engagement with the track.