Wat-son: The Self-Taught Artist Turning Pain Into Power Through Music

In an era where image often overshadows substance, Wat-son, born Samuel Darko, is bringing music back to its emotional roots. As an upcoming artist who began his journey during Senior High School, Wat-son is entirely self-taught—a testament to his dedication, resilience, and deep emotional drive.

Working in the realm of Hippop-Afropop and Afrobeats, his art defies surface-level entertainment. Instead, it invites listeners into an intimate world where personal truths are laid bare. His music doesn’t just entertain—it connects, offering comfort, clarity, and catharsis.

Wat-son’s creative process is grounded in reflection. He’s less interested in chasing trends and more focused on capturing moments of emotional honesty. Whether it’s heartbreak, hope, or healing, every song is a journal entry set to rhythm.

His ability to channel raw feeling has not gone unnoticed. Samuel Darko—under his artistic name Wat-son—was nominated for the KNUST Student Artist of the Year Award, a significant recognition for an artist still early in his career. But awards are only part of his journey. For Wat-son, the real goal is to share his emotional world with others—to let people know they’re not alone in what they feel.