Papi Adabraka Reacts To Cyberbullying

WRITTEN BY JOSHUA NARH 

Ghanaian musician and rapper, Papi Adabraka has disclosed that he is largely unbothered by online insults and trolling, insisting that social media attacks do not affect his personal life or career.

The rapper shared his views on cyberbullying, fan behaviour and online abuse targeting public figures in an interview on Culture Daily on 3Music TV.

His reaction follows the arrest of blogger popularly known as Webkid Afrika, who is facing charges for allegedly publishing false, offensive social media posts targeting musician Stonebwoy and his family.

When asked how he handles trolls online, Papi explained that he prioritises real-life challenges over comments made on social media.

“Oh, boss, I’m hungry, I want money. What are you going to tell me that will affect me? Give me money and insult me," he said.

According to him, many people who insult celebrities online are often looking for reactions and attention.

“There are some people that, when they disrespect you, they are waiting for you to react," he stated.

Papi also questioned the influence of people who attack artistes online, arguing that successful people rarely spend time insulting others in comment sections.

“How many rich people you see in comment sections online?” he asked

The rapper, however, drew a line between harmless online banter and comments that target family members or could trigger violence.

“Fans should be allowed to do whatever they want. Just that when it’s about to get violent, then you will stop, because we don’t like violence,” he said.

Papi also admitted that confrontations in real life are different from online exchanges, joking that insults delivered face-to-face may receive a harsher response.