In a recent interview with Graphic , Ofori Amponsah confessed that he wrote some songs out of hunger. According to the musician, he was not financially stable those days so he just did any song to get money because he equally had bills to pay.
Although he failed to give the names of the particular songs that give him regret, he went on to reveal that he is not proud of those songs he did, even though they were popular all over the country. He also highlighted that if he had been financially stable back then, he would never have recorded those songs.
This was what he said: “In this music business, you sometimes do certain things to survive. I did a couple of songs that were popular all over Ghana but honestly, I am not proud of those songs because hunger pushed me to do them. Those songs didn’t come from within and I wouldn’t have done them if I were financially okay back then. But I had to pay the bills—utility bills, school fees, among other things.”
“Musicians who make their ‘stomachs’ their priority become irrelevant after a period of time. When you are a musician and you are always thinking of making money to pay bills or sort yourself out, you may not come out with a very good song.”
“In this case, your priority won’t be the content you put out but the money, and you will end up becoming irrelevant in no time. A song like Abele was something that came from my ‘within’ and such songs can last for a very long time. In fact, they are evergreen.”
Ofori Amponsah’s legendary status: What space does he occupy in Ghana music?
Ofori Amponsah, also known as Mr. All 4 Real, is a Ghanaian highlife musician who has made a significant contribution to the Ghanaian music industry. He is known for his unique style of music, which blends traditional highlife with contemporary sounds, making him a favourite among music lovers in Ghana and beyond.
Ofori Amponsah’s music career began in the late 1990s when he released his debut album, “Asew,” which was an instant hit. He followed up with several other successful albums, including “Odwo,” “Wontumi,” and “Otoolege,” which became one of the biggest hits in Ghanaian music history.
In addition to his music, Ofori Amponsah has also made a name for himself as a producer, and songwriter. He has worked with some of the biggest names in the Ghanaian music industry, including Daddy Lumba, Kwabena Kwabena, and Sarkodie, among others.
Despite his success, Ofori Amponsah took a break from music in 2012 to focus on his pastoral work. He became a full-time pastor and founded the Family of Faith and Love Ministries, where he preaches and teaches the word of God.
However, in 2015, Ofori Amponsah made a comeback to music with the release of his album, “Alewa,” which featured collaborations with some of the biggest names in the Ghanaian music industry. The album was well-received and earned him several nominations and awards, including the Vodafone Ghana Awards.
Today, Ofori Amponsah remains a respected figure in the Ghanaian music industry, and his contribution to the growth and development of highlife music in Ghana cannot be overstated. He continues to inspire and influence a new generation of musicians with his unique style and sound.