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Lucky Mensah, an esteemed Ghanaian highlife artist, has reaffirmed the enduring significance of the genre.<\/strong><\/p>\nIn a recent interview on Connect 97.1 FM\u2019s mid-morning show with host Nana Yaw Gyebi, the \u201cAduu sum) akwadu\u201d hit maker adamantly stated that he has no regrets venturing into recording highlife music, adding that he disagree with some Ghanaians that highlife has lost its value.<\/p>\n
\u201cHighlife has not lost its value as far as Ghana music is concerned; highlife can never die, and I don\u2019t regret choosing the highlife genre.\u201d<\/p>\n
With hits like \u201cI miss you\u201d and \u201cOld school\u201d Lucky Mensah\u2019s assertion resonates deeply within Ghana\u2019s music industry, reflecting the sentiment shared by many music enthusiasts.<\/p>\n
Despite debates about highlife\u2019s relevance in modern Ghanaian music culture, the musician emphasized its resurgence, citing platforms like TikTok as contributors to its renewed popularity.<\/p>\n
However, he acknowledged contemporary challenges facing the genre, particularly regarding alterations in rhythm and a lack of lyrical depth among newer artists.<\/p>\n
Mensah believes addressing these issues is crucial for maintaining highlife\u2019s relevance and longevity.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe new crop of artists are changing the rythm of highlife and they lack lyrical content which is worrying. If you listen to the likes of Ampadu, Oheneba Kisi, Kofi B and Ofori Amposah etc and compare it to recent highlife you will understand what I\u2019m saying. They have to learn from the veterans,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n
Throughout the interview, Mensah exuded confidence in highlife\u2019s resilience, stressing the importance of preserving its essence while embracing innovation.<\/p>\n
As a cherished cultural heritage, highlife holds a special place in the hearts of Ghanaians, and Mensah\u2019s unwavering commitment serves as both a testament to its enduring legacy and a call to action for future generations of artists to uphold its traditions while pushing boundaries.<\/p>\n
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