Ghanaian highlife legend and Coordinator of the Blackstar Experience, Rex Owusu Marfo, popularly known as Rex Omar, has showered glowing praise on dancehall artiste Shatta Wale, describing him as a genuine trailblazer of contemporary Ghanaian music.
Speaking on Prime Morning on Joy Prime TV, the veteran musician reflected on years of advocacy for improved recognition and investment in Ghana’s creative sector.
He said Shatta Wale embodies the boldness, energy and vision that propelled his own career-long push for industry transformation.
Asked which of today’s artistes carries forward the mantle of advocacy, Rex Omar didn’t hesitate to name Shatta Wale.
“I see myself in Shatta Wale,” he said. “He picked up what I started and took it to a different level. I’m proud that today, a Ghanaian musician, a Ghanaian creative, is finally receiving the attention we’ve been fighting for.”
He explained that the visibility and influence Shatta Wale and his peers enjoy today are the fruits of persistent advocacy—something that has taken decades to bear results.
