Ghanaian gospel musician Philipa Baafi told Joy Prime that despite the widespread popularity of her song “Mogya No Akasa,” she received no financial remuneration from the recording.
Financial and ethical hurdles
Baafi said the track’s success created the impression that she was financially comfortable, but she "didn’t get a penny from the song, excuse me, a penny." The lack of earnings, she added, reflects broader challenges musicians face in securing revenue from their recordings.
“Whenever anybody comes to do your song for you or produce it, one thing you hear is that at least we can go out so that I can do it for you. But I can’t sell my integrity for Mogya No Akasa,” she said.
She recounted that several individuals who initially offered to produce her second and third albums withdrew their support after she refused sexual advances. Baafi said the demands forced her to consider abandoning her music career, but she chose to protect her integrity and remain committed to her faith.
According to Baafi, some collaborators would abandon projects once she rejected their demands, leaving her without the production assistance needed to complete her albums. She emphasized that she refused to compromise her principles despite the financial strain.
Baafi’s interview highlights ongoing concerns about exploitation and inadequate compensation within Ghana’s music industry, particularly for gospel artists who rely on external producers and distributors.
She affirmed her intention to continue making music while upholding her values, noting that her faith remains central to her career decisions.
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