Kinaata asserts his success is hard-earned, not by sheer affiliation to Castro, Samini
Kofi Kinaata has responded to statements that he has had an easy time rising to fame because of his connections to musical icons such as Samini and Castro.
“It is said, ‘Who you know will take you there, but what you know will keep you there,'” he chuckled.
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He had a conversation with Nana Romeo on Accra 100.5 FM’s midmorning show, Ayekoo Ayekoo.
“Let us take the example of your nephew, who aspires to be a radio host. Because of your relationship, you will give him the chance to meet with the management, but first he needs to prove he can work hard to keep his job,” he said.
The legendary three-time national best songwriter hinted that while working and being associated with reggae/dancehall artist Samini and the late hip-hop artist Castro did give him some leverage in the music industry, others did not enjoy the same privilege and have not, regrettably, achieved his level of success for various reasons.
“It was not just Castro and I playing music. “I say this to mean, you will be received and given these opportunities, but ultimately, your establishment depends on you, your talent, and your grit,” Kinaata continued. “Samini did not work with me alone.”
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The largest partnership Kinaata had with Castro Destroyer was on the career-boosting Odo Pa (2014). In 2018, he started performing on his own after five years of being managed by Samini Dagaati’s high-grade family.
On Friday, May 10, 2024, the rapper-turned-singer-songwriter released Kofi oo Kofi, a seven-track extended play (EP), his first tape. Since releasing Susuka in 2015, the artist has achieved multiple hit singles. The opening is an homage to his mother, Auntie Ama.