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Renowned Ghanaian reggae musician, Julius Amua-Sekyi, better known by his stage name Shasha Marley, has talked candidly about the difficulties he encountered after the release of his popular song \u2018Maata\u2019.<\/p>\n
Although the song\u2019s captivating beat and lyrics helped it become popular, Marley confessed that the song also unintentionally brought a flood of issues into his life.<\/p>\n
In an exclusive interview with Adom TV<\/em><\/strong>, the well-known reggae musician revealed some of the terrible experiences he had following the song\u2019s release.<\/p>\nAccording to him, certain Ghanaians would constantly make fun of him for not understanding the song\u2019s lyrics.<\/p>\n
He indicated that even though he had given them the song\u2019s lyrics explanation, every time he went out, they would make fun of him.<\/p>\n
ShashaMarley went on to say that he was also saddened by the criticisms\u2019 impact on his mother\u2019s health.<\/p>\n
The reggae musician mostly said that there is no relationship between the song\u2019s lines and certain vulgar Ghanaian slang, even if he is aware of this.<\/p>\n
He clarified once more that the meaning of his song Maata was not flatulence, but rather the names of his buddies from Papua New Guinea, MaataTuitui,MaataPue andMaata Fish.<\/p>\n
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