Ghanaian dancehall star, Stonebwoy, has expressed his frustration over the constant negativity he faces from a section of Ghanaians, particularly on social media.
Speaking candidly on the Afrobeats Podcast, the award-winning musician emotionally talked about how a lighthearted moment on TikTok Live with Nigerian influencer Peller spiraled into unnecessary controversy back home.
Stonebwoy described the situation as “heartbreaking,” emphasizing that such a mentality should no longer exist among Ghanaians in 2025.
He recounted how the interaction with Peller was entirely unplanned. While on a live session thanking fans for their support, the young influencer joined the stream.
“I didn’t even recognize the name at first. I declined it twice before finally accepting. And then, we started vibing. I saw an opportunity to turn it into a promotional moment, so I joked about flying him to London,” Stonebwoy explained.
What was intended to be a fun and engaging moment quickly turned sour as some Ghanaians took to social media to criticize the interaction.
Stonebwoy lamented that instead of capitalizing on the positive energy, he and his team had to spend time defending the moment, ultimately losing its momentum.
“Instead of pushing the moment forward, we now have to defend it. And by the time we finish defending, the momentum is lost,” he said.
This incident is not the first time Stonebwoy has faced unwarranted criticism from his compatriots.
He recalled a similar situation at the Grammys, where he introduced himself to a global star, only to be ridiculed by some Ghanaians instead of being celebrated for seizing a networking opportunity.
“It’s interesting how the negative narrative always becomes more popular. That’s the sad part. We should be elevating our own people, not dragging them down,” he emphasized.
Stonebwoy’s comments highlight a broader issue within Ghana’s entertainment industry, where artists often face harsh criticism and negativity from their own people, even as they strive to put the country on the global map.
He urged Ghanaians to change their mindset and rally behind their artists, noting that every positive step taken by a Ghanaian artist benefits the entire music industry and the nation as a whole.
“We should be supportive of our own. When we win, Ghana wins,” he stated.
