- Akwaboah calls for regulation of explicit music content
- He warns that explicit lyrics can instigate vices in society
- Akwaboah proposes a regulatory body to review and rate music content
Ghanaian singer-songwriter Akwaboah has sounded a warning about the negative impact of explicit music content on society, advocating for stricter regulations on the kind of songs that make it to the public airwaves.
In an interview on Accra FM, Akwaboah expressed concern about the increasing promotion of themes such as drugs, indiscriminate sex, and the obsession with money in music. He reminded listeners that music is a powerful tool that influences people’s lives, making it crucial for artists to be mindful of the messages they put out.
While acknowledging that musicians have the freedom to express themselves, Akwaboah believes there should be boundaries to prevent explicit content from taking over mainstream media. “We are free to express ourselves, but let it not be explicit. Let’s not take it for granted. If we want to infuse Western vibes into our songs, let’s not do it blindly. We must be careful not to instigate vices through our lyrics,” he stated.
Akwaboah also urged his colleagues to think about the long-term impact of their work, questioning whether artists would be proud of the songs they created when they reach their sixties and reflect on their musical legacy.
To address this issue, Akwaboah proposed the establishment of a regulatory body or committee that would review and rate content before it is aired. He suggested that while banning explicit music entirely may not be realistic, such content could be restricted to specific platforms where only certain audiences can access it.
