I don’t need to travel abroad to be an international artiste – Shatta Wale tells critics

Ghanaian dancehall musician Shatta Wale has responded to critics questioning his global relevance.

He has insisted that he has long proven his international recognition without seeking validation abroad.

In a recent interview on Asempa FM, Shatta addressed the notion that artistes must travel overseas to earn international recognition.

He emphasised that he had already achieved major milestones, including performing on global stages, long before social media and blogging became popular means of documentation.

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“I want to educate the general public about what an international show is. It is not by leaving the shores of Ghana for America that makes you international. If I show you my DM and the people I talk to, I am already in that international space,” he said.

Shatta Wale also referenced his collaboration with global icon Beyoncé as proof of his international relevance.

“I didn’t go to America to stay there for years before Beyoncé contacted me. Vybes Kartel and I have a very good relationship. When I post, international artistes like DJ Khaled and others react to it. I don’t need to travel out of Ghana to be an international artiste.

"I have to work from home for my products to speak for themselves,” the veteran musician explained.



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