From Church Choir to Rap Queen: Eno Barony Reveals Punishment for Early Music Career
- Eno Barony defied expectations by pursuing rap at a young age
- Despite initial disapproval from her father, Eno persevered
- Eno Barony's talent and dedication to her craft have earned her historic accolades
Eno Barony, the esteemed female rapper, recently shared insights into her musical journey, tracing it back to her formative years.
Despite her father’s position as a Reverend Minister and the expectations of her upbringing in a devout Christian household, Eno forged her own path by pursuing her passion for rap from a young age.
Renowned for hits like ‘God Is a Woman,’ ‘Wats Ma Name,’ and the 2014 remix of ‘Tonga’ by Joey B ft Sarkodie, Eno’s journey diverged from traditional expectations. At just 15 years old, she defied norms by entering a rap competition, a decision that would ignite both her career and familial tensions.
In a candid interview, Eno recounted a pivotal moment when her televised rap performance caught her father off guard. Discovering his daughter rapping on live TV in what he deemed inappropriate attire, her father’s disapproval manifested in physical punishment, reflecting the clash between Eno’s artistic aspirations and her family’s conservative background.
Despite this early setback, Eno Barony’s perseverance and talent have propelled her to groundbreaking success in the music industry.
In 2021, she made history as the first female artist in Ghana to claim the Rapper of the Year accolade at the 3Music Awards, solidifying her status as a trailblazer in Ghanaian music.
Additionally, she has garnered recognition with awards such as the Best Rap Performance Of The Year at the 2020 Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMA), now known as the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA).
