Singer-songwriter Akwaboah has called for stricter regulations on the kind of songs that make it to the public airwaves.
According to him, the increasing promotion of themes such as drugs, indiscriminate sex, and the obsession with money is hurting society.
Speaking on the issue in an interview on Accra FM, Akwaboah reminded listeners that music is a powerful tool that influences people’s lives, making it crucial for artistes to be mindful of the messages they put out.
While he acknowledges that musicians have the freedom to express themselves, he believes there should be boundaries to prevent explicit content from taking over mainstream media.
“We are free to express ourselves, but let it not be explicit. Let’s not take it for granted. If we want to infuse Western vibes into our songs, let’s not do it blindly. We must be careful not to instigate vices through our lyrics,” he stated.
The celebrated musician also urged his colleagues to think about the long-term impact of their work.
He questioned whether artistes would be proud of the songs they created when they reached their sixties and reflected on their musical legacy.
To address this issue, Akwaboah proposed the establishment of a regulatory body or committee that would review and rate content before it is aired.
He remarked that banning explicit music entirely may not be realistic but suggested that such content could be restricted to specific platforms where only certain audiences can access it.
