Accra: Rapper Kwesi Arthur has said fame has completely changed how he moves through everyday life in Ghana, especially compared to when he is abroad. He admitted that life outside the country gives him something he rarely enjoys at home, anonymity.
According to Ghana Web, when interviewed by Kafui Dey, Kwesi Arthur shared, 'When I'm out of Ghana where I live, it's more calm. I can go to a grocery store, do normal things like every other person.' However, back in Ghana, it's a different experience for the rapper. 'Anywhere I go, people pull out cameras. I went to print a document for an appointment and I was late because people kept asking for pictures,' he recalled.
Kwesi Arthur explained that while the attention used to be overwhelming, he has now learned to manage it. 'I have more control over my environment now. It's about communication and understanding where you are going,' he said. Despite this newfound control, he admits there are moments he misses being unseen. 'I miss when I could go to the beach with my boys and just chill. But it's a gift and a curse,' he added.
Currently based in Atlanta, Georgia, in the United States, Kwesi Arthur continues to navigate the complexities of fame, cherishing the anonymity he enjoys abroad while managing the spotlight back home.