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Sarkodie Criticises Questioning of Musicians’ Careers Beyond Music
Award-winning Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie has described it as insulting when people ask musicians what they do outside of music.
According to him, such questions undermine the value of music as a serious profession, stressing that being an artiste is already a full-time career that requires dedication and hard work.
He explained that many artistes invest heavily in their craft — from production and promotion to performances — making it unfair to suggest they need an alternative job to validate their success.
Sarkodie further emphasised that music is a legitimate business that sustains many people within the industry, including producers, engineers, and other creatives.
His comments have sparked conversations online, with some agreeing that the question disrespects artistes, while others argue that diversification is important in today’s economy.
The discussion highlights ongoing perceptions about creative careers and the need to recognise music as a viable and impactful profession in Ghana and beyond.
That question “apart from music, what business do you do? Like, a proper business?” honestly comes off as a bit insulting. Music is actually one of the biggest industries in the world, and in many cases, it’s just as serious (if not more) than what people like to call “proper…
— Sarkodie (@sarkodie) April 26, 2026
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