George Jahraa Unhappy About Music Industry Calling Veterans Music ‘Adaadamu’
George Jahraa, a seasoned highlife singer, has voiced his dissatisfaction with the classification of older Ghanaian musicians under the term “Adaadamu,” which is frequently used to denote traditional or timeless classics in Ghana.
The hit song “Ashikele,” in a recent interview on Adom FM’s Entertainment Hall show, bemoaned the tag’s negative undertones.
He underlined that it minimizes the accomplishments of illustrious artists like Nana Ampadu, Amakye Dede, and other well-known performers.
Jahraa used Jamaica as an example, pointing out that, despite the age of their music, legends like Bob Marley are never referred to as “old musicians” in their native country.
He maintained that the Ghanaian music business ought to take a similar tack, honoring the contributions of famous performers and not sidelined to specific playlists or timelines.
“I have been to Jamaica, and there is no way you’ll hear Bob Marley’s songs and have them tagged as old. How dare you say it’s an old song? How on earth will you call Amakye Dede and Ampadu old musicians? Why not play our songs regularly, instead of waiting for weekends to say it’s an ‘Adaadamu’ playlist?” Jahraa questioned.
However, he strongly advocated for a change in the way the music industry views these seasoned performers, asking them to be honored for their accomplishments in the same way that Bob Marley is in Jamaica.
In the same way that other nations cherish and preserve their musical legacy, the highlife icon encouraged Ghanaians to place a greater value on their musical heroes.
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