Kumasi: Fast-rising artiste Safo Newman, who made waves with his hit record 'Akokoa,' has clarified perceptions that the song had a remix featuring rapper Sarkodie. In an interview on YFM Kumasi, Safo Newman explained how Sarkodie became part of the 'Akokoa' conversation, saying the rapper was one of the few people who helped promote the record for him.
According to Ghana Web, because Sarkodie joined in promoting the song, an unknown individual took 'Akokoa' and added one of Sarkodie's old rap verses to make it seem like it was an official remix. Safo Newman revealed that this led to a widespread belief that an official remix existed. He stated that people often associate him with a collaboration with Sarkodie due to the unofficial remix. However, he emphasized that no official remix featuring Sarkodie was ever produced.
Safo Newman also clarified that no Ghanaian artiste had approached him for a remix of 'Akokoa,' suggesting that many felt the song should remain in its original form. He recounted a conversation with fellow artiste Amerado, who expressed a similar sentiment about preserving the song's original state. When asked whether he considered making a remix himself, Safo Newman mentioned that his circle of advisors recommended maintaining the song as it is.