Accra: Ghanaian rapper Medikal has declared that he is unfazed by negative online comments, attributing such criticism to the nature of being a public figure. In a candid discussion with Nana Romeo on Okay FM on May 14, 2026, Medikal articulated that the exposure of their lives to public scrutiny is an inherent element of the work artists and creatives undertake.
According to Ghana Web, Medikal stressed the importance of understanding that criticism is an inevitable aspect of fame. This understanding, he believes, shields artists from being affected by harsh online comments. "We've exposed ourselves to social media because of the work we do. Everything about us keeps going online, so I feel it's normal when people pick up their phones to talk trash about you," he remarked.
The rapper often finds amusement in such negative remarks and may choose to respond based on his mood. "Sometimes, when I see negative comments about me, I just laugh and have fun with them. It entertains me a lot and it's all part of the job. Once you understand it's part of the work, you wouldn't let the comments bother you as an artiste or a creative," he said.
Medikal firmly stated that he would not take legal action against individuals who troll or insult him online, except in cases involving physical attacks. "I wouldn't arrest anyone because of online trolls, but unless it's a physical attack. When I see you insulting me online, depending on the mood I'm in, either I also insult you back, or I won't mind you, or I will just block you," he explained.
He clarified that while he might choose to respond to a troll, ignore them, or block them, he draws a line when it comes to physical attacks or damage to his property. "Unless you use something to hit my car, that one you've attacked me personally and physically, so I will also attack you or go to any length to get you arrested," he noted.
Medikal also advised against disrespecting industry figures and cautioned against inheriting others' grudges. "I'm not saying we should allow people to disrespect us. It's not good to disrespect people in the first place, especially people who are great in the industry," he stated. He added, "I don't think it's a good thing to inherit people's enemies. Someone's issue is not your issue; you don't have to think that since someone close to you is not cool with another person, so you will also not be cool with the other."