Ghanaian musician Akwaboah has spoken out about his widely discussed social media videos offering controversial advice about marriage. He insists that the content should not be interpreted as a reflection of his own relationship. According to Akwaboah, his videos are intended to promote his song Work Before You Marry, from his Spirit album. The song aims to encourage people to prepare adequately before marriage.
Akwaboah has dismissed suggestions that his marital commentary stems from personal issues, calling them false. He explained that his message is about encouraging people to prepare adequately before marriage. The singer believes people should focus on positive online interactions and control their emotional responses rather than allow negative comments to influence their lives. This, he says, can make a significant difference in one's experience on social media.
In an exclusive interview, Akwaboah disclosed that the videos were part of a promotional strategy for Work Before You Marry. The campaign was designed to encourage conversations about entering marriage without adequate preparation, rather than expose challenges in his own household. Akwaboah explained that the message behind the song addresses people who believe marriage will automatically resolve their difficulties or that divine intervention alone will make an unprepared union work.
Akwaboah further clarified that his videos were not inspired by problems with his wife, describing such interpretations as inaccurate. He emphasized that the videos were only for publicity for the song and to create awareness about the importance of preparation before marriage. The singer also addressed the criticism that has followed his marital commentary online, stating that he remains in control of his emotional responses and chooses not to allow negative remarks to disrupt his activities.
The musician offered his perspective on whether Ghana's social media environment has become increasingly toxic. He argued that people's experiences are influenced by the way they interpret online conversations. According to Akwaboah, concentrating on positive interactions rather than dwelling on negativity can make a significant difference. He believes that individuals have the responsibility to determine how much power they give to other people's comments, whether favourable or otherwise.
Akwaboah concluded by emphasizing that criticism and differing opinions are inevitable, particularly in a society where everyone has the freedom to express themselves. He stated that he cannot control what people say on social media, but he can control how he feels about them. The singer advised that if one knows that the comments are not true, they should not feel bad or sad and should continue doing what they are doing.
The singer's song Work Before You Marry is part of his latest album, Spirit. Akwaboah's message aims to encourage conversations about the importance of preparation before marriage. He hopes that his music will inspire people to think critically about their readiness for marriage and to take steps to prepare themselves for the challenges that come with it.
Key points
- Akwaboah's social media videos are part of a promotional strategy for his song Work Before You Marry.
- The singer believes people should focus on positive online interactions and control their emotional responses to negative comments.
- Akwaboah's message aims to encourage conversations about the importance of preparation before marriage.
