Ghanaian rapper Kojo Cue has advised musicians to prioritize mental health. He first opened up about his mental health challenges in an interview with ZionFelix.In a recent chat with Graphic Showbiz, Cue called for more honest conversations, especially within the entertainment industry, about mental health. Born Linford Kennedy Amankwaa, the rapper emphasized the importance of vulnerability, asserting that asking for help should be seen as an act of strength rather than weakness. For him, acknowledging mental health challenges is a critical step toward personal growth and healing.
Cue revealed that his struggles stemmed from two traumatic events that occurred back-to-back in 2020 and 2021. Coupled with the emotional toll of the COVID-19 pandemic, the experiences became overwhelming and prompted him to seek professional help.
“In 2020 and 2021, I faced two back-to-back traumatic experiences that pushed me to my limits. I’m intentionally withholding some details as they relate closely to my upcoming projects, both in theme and execution,” he shared.
“However, those events occurring so closely together, alongside the pressures of COVID, became overwhelming. It was this situation that drove me to seek therapy and address the challenges I was facing.”
Travel, he said, became one of his most powerful coping tools. His journeys took him to Nigeria, Kenya, the United States, Italy, and various places within Ghana. Each destination played a role in resetting his mental space.
“I travelled extensively. At one point, I visited Nigeria, then Kenya, spent some time in the US, and even lived in Italy for a while. My travels took me all over, including various places here. The essence behind that was simple: a change in environment can often clear your head,” he explained.
“It’s similar to how tidying up your room can enhance your mental clarity. When you are in a new space, your brain is flooded with fresh information to process, leaving little room for overthinking or moping. It helps you reset.”
Alongside travel, Kojo Cue credited therapy, nurturing friendships, and even gardening as central to maintaining his emotional balance. Over time, these intentional acts helped him stay grounded and begin to rebuild. He stressed that his absence from music was not a void but rather a meaningful pause. Every moment away from the limelight, he reflected, carried its own significance and shaped the person he is today.
Now back in the spotlight, Kojo Cue hopes that by sharing his story, he can inspire others to speak up, seek help, and realize they are not alone in their struggles.