Kwesi Arthur’s Food Reviews Spark Discussion on Creative Freedom

Jephthah Nana Adjei Osei - Mensah
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Kwesi Arthur’s Food Reviews Spark Discussion on Creative Freedom
If More, Let's Divide
3Music TV’s Culture Daily Morning Show in Accra, Ghana, hosted a vibrant discussion about creative versatility, sparked by Ghanaian musician Kwesi Arthur’s unexpected venture into food reviews. Featuring Fred and Mutombo, hosts of the podcast If More, Let’s Divide, the conversation explored the broader implications of artistes exploring diverse creative paths. Mutombo passionately defended Arthur’s pivot, arguing that creatives should have the freedom to experiment across art forms without judgment. He highlighted the economic realities of Ghana’s music industry, stating, “Music alone doesn’t pay, especially in Ghana.” Even globally renowned artistes, he noted, diversify into ventures like podcasts, businesses, or other creative outlets to sustain their careers, making Arthur’s move a strategic and inspiring example of adaptability.

Fred echoed this view, pointing out a cultural challenge in how fans perceive such shifts. He observed that public perception often unfairly critiques artistes who branch out, particularly those considered “mid-tier” in their careers. “If you’re mid-tier and try something new, they say you’ve fallen off,” he said, critiquing the sense of entitlement among fans who expect artistes to remain confined to a single medium, like music. This resistance, he argued, stifles creative growth and ignores the realities of sustaining a career in a competitive industry. The podcasters emphasized that authenticity is the driving force behind impactful work, pointing to Arthur’s ability to maintain his musical output while engaging audiences through food reviews as a testament to his creative integrity.

The discussion reflected a broader shift in Ghana’s creative landscape, where artistes are increasingly exploring diverse platforms to express themselves and build sustainable careers. With Ghana’s creator economy growing—fueled by rising internet access and platforms like YouTube and TikTok—Arthur’s foray into food reviews aligns with a global trend of artistes diversifying their portfolios. Fred and Mutombo called for greater acceptance of such creative exploration, arguing that it not only enriches the cultural scene but also allows artistes to connect with audiences in new ways. Their defense of Arthur’s venture underscores a larger message: in a rapidly evolving digital age, creatives must be free to innovate without fear of backlash, and authenticity, as seen in Arthur’s seamless blending of music and food content, remains the key to meaningful impact.

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