Award-winning Ghanaian singer and songwriter Akwaboah has revealed that when he wrote his first major hit, Daa Ke Daa, in 2009, financial gain was far from his mind.
Reflecting on the early days of his songwriting journey, on Tv3, Afternoon Show on February 19, monitored by Entertainment Journalist, Joseph Owusu Worae, the celebrated musician said his focus was always on passion, not profit.
“The very first song that I wrote, Daa Ke Daa (2009), I wasn’t thinking business. I just wanted to enjoy whatever came with it,” he shared.
The song, recorded and performed by Becca, became an instant nationwide hit, earning Akwaboah recognition as one of Ghana’s most talented songwriters. Its success marked a turning point in his career and opened doors to collaborations with some of the country’s biggest musical acts.
Since then, Akwaboah has built an impressive portfolio, composing, co-writing, and producing songs for numerous top Ghanaian artistes across both secular and gospel music. His credits include Sarkodie, notably on the Mary album — Efya (Best in Me), and ASP Kofi Sarpong, among others.
Key Achievements
📌Award-Winning Composition: Won Songwriter of the Year at the 11th MTN Ghana Music Awards held on April 10, 2010) for Becca’s Daa Ke Daa.
📌Major Collaborations: Produced and co-wrote Sarkodie’s Mary album.
📌Industry Influence: Crafted hits such as Efya’s Best in Me, which won Record of the Year at the 2013 Vodafone Ghana Music Awards
Akwaboah’s highlife-oriented songwriting has contributed significantly to the success of many Ghanaian musicians, earning him widespread respect in the industry.
Now widely regarded as the “king of love and heartbreak songs,” he emphasizes that his journey began with pure love for music, a passion that continues to fuel his craft.
However, unlike when he started, the singer says his approach has evolved. Today, he treats writing songs for other artistes strictly as business.
