Rap beefs helped my career - Amerado

Ghanaian rapper Amerado, born Kwabena Sarfo Kantanka, has stated that rap battles, known as 'beefs,' contributed to expanding his music career.

The Ejisu-based rapper has faced off against several industry rappers including Kofi Mole, Lyrical Joe, Obibini, and the founder of the Ajagurajah Movement.

In an interview on Joy Prime's Prime Morning show, he expressed no regrets over these lyrical confrontations. He added that the exposure from these 'beefs' has broadened his audience and proven his lyrical talents.

“As an artist, there are no regrets. You only learn from whatever happens and I believe that one way or the other through the rap beef, some people realize that he (Amerado) can do it, he’s lyrically inclined,” he submitted.

The 'Kwaku Ananse' hitmaker also said his participation in 'beefs' has skyrocketed his social media following, given him more YouTube views and introduced him to more rap enthusiasts in Ghana.

“I think I also got introduced to a section of Ghanaians who love rap music. Whenever there’s ‘beefs’ there’s a higher chance of people that will hop on and listen to your music...” he added

Amerado also encouraged fellow artistes to embrace such opportunities, as they can reveal their untapped skills and drive them to elevate their artistry.

“As an artiste whenever you’re involved in a competition that’s when you try to discover yourself and know that chaley, I need to step up my game and you step it up,” he said.

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