Ghanaian rapper Medikal has sparked debate after claiming that his newest hit is conserving the nation’s music scene alive.
The rapper said that his observe “Shoulder”, that includes Shatta Wale and Beeztrap KOTM, is the music that has revived Ghana’s music business in 2025.
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In a submit on X dated 10 August 2025, Medikal wrote:
Shoulder saved the Ghanaian music scene this 12 months.
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Shoulder saved the Ghanaian music scene this 12 months.
— Medikalbyk (@Medikalbyk) August 10, 2025
He additional asserted that his capability to persistently launch hit songs whereas delivering hard-hitting rap for the streets is a uncommon expertise that shouldn’t be underestimated.
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he wrote in one other submit,
Mastering the artwork of dropping hits, staying constant and dropping bars for the streets concurrently is an entire totally different quest. Y’all don’t deserve me tbh
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Nevertheless, his remarks have drawn blended reactions from music followers. Whereas some acknowledged the music’s recognition, many disagreed along with his declare that it had “saved” the business.
“Nicely, Shoulder has performed its half however claiming it has saved Ghanaian music this 12 months is a stretch,” one consumer commented.
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Others pointed to streaming charts, noting that the majority high spots in 2025 have been dominated by Black Sherif’s “Iron Boy” mission. Some additionally argued that Medikal was overlooking different main hits, reminiscent of Moliy’s “Shake It to the Max”, which has been making waves internationally.
There’s nothing particular in regards to the music.
Black sheriff’s album is in all places— Artful_Kacidy (@ArtfulKacidy99) August 10, 2025
