Dikoo Opens Up On Choosing Music Over School & New Medikal Collaboration

Ghanaian rising act, Dikoo, brought raw energy and street-inspired authenticity to the Morning Bite segment on Culture Daily as he opened up about his music journey, independent grind and decision to put school on hold to pursue music full-time.

Known for his laid-back personality and “one side” approach to the industry, Dikoo revealed that although many people are only now discovering him, he has been steadily building his craft since 2019.

Speaking about his journey, the artiste shared that he first started releasing music while in school, attending both Central University and the University of Professional Studies, Accra, where he studied IT, before eventually deciding to pause his education to focus fully on music.

According to him, balancing academics and music became difficult because he preferred giving his full concentration to one thing at a time.

“It got to a point I just had to pause with school and focus on music,” he explained, adding that although the decision disappointed his mother initially, he still plans on returning to school in the future.

During the conversation, Dikoo described music as his full-time life now, admitting that the journey as an independent artiste has not been easy. He revealed that he funds most of his work through support from people who simply connect with his energy and music.

The artiste also spoke about his growing catalogue, highlighting projects like Live From Israel Park and I Just Can’t Wait, while touching on his single Lungu Lungu, a deeply personal record inspired by life struggles and street experiences.

Host Jay Foley praised the song’s indigenous highlife influences, noting how the track stood out sonically and emotionally.

Dikoo further revealed that he records from a home studio and has worked with producers including Beat Vampire, White Slam and A-Town.

One of the major highlights of the interview was his latest single Ahoya, which features Medikal. According to Dikoo, the collaboration came together through producer A-Town, who connected both artistes in the studio.

The Culture Squad commended Medikal for consistently supporting emerging talents, referencing how the rapper has collaborated with several upcoming artistes over the years.

Beyond the music, Dikoo’s personality and street-rooted expressions became a major talking point throughout the interview, especially with his use of phrases like “Yaga Yau,” which he explained means “vibes.”

As the interview wrapped up, the team encouraged Dikoo to continue pushing his music while also considering a return to school in the future. With his distinct energy, honest storytelling and growing catalogue, the independent artiste appears determined to carve his own lane in Ghana’s evolving music scene.