Veteran Ghanaian highlife musician Agya Koo Nimo has sparked widespread admiration on-line after a heartwarming video surfaced of him expressing his deep appreciation for dancehall icon Shatta Wale.
The footage, taken from an interview with the Ghana Broadcasting Company’s Kafui Dey, options the 94-year-old legend reflecting on his musical journey spanning over 5 many years. Through the dialog, Koo Nimo singled out Shatta Wale as one of many few up to date Ghanaian artistes who dares to interrupt the mould.
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I’ve not met him [Shatta Wale] earlier than, however I like him. He tried to be totally different. He tried to do a distinct factor
Moved by the veteran’s admiration, Kafui Dey facilitated a shock cellphone name between the 2 artistes. Through the emotional trade, Koo Nimo expressed a heartfelt want to meet the dancehall star in particular person.
I wish to do one present earlier than I die. I am 94. I wish to see you in particular person. So I am blissful in regards to the alternative to talk to you. I am in a wheelchair now, I am unable to stroll, however one factor it is best to know—I at all times love you and the whole lot you do. God bless you
Shatta Wale, visibly touched by the gesture, promised to go to the highlife legend. In response, he mentioned:
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God bless you for giving me the chance to be an ideal musician in Ghana. Thanks a lot. I have been telling folks in regards to the legacy you have left for a few of us. I respect that a lot
The poignant second has been extensively praised, with many social media customers lauding the mutual respect between the 2 artistes and calling for larger intergenerational unity inside Ghana’s music industry.
