Ghanaian entertainment pundit, Kwaku Osei Korankye Asiedu, also known as KOKA, has issued an apology for his previous comments about music artist King Paluta. In a video circulating on social media, KOKA acknowledged that his words were poorly chosen and expressed his desire to see artists like King Paluta achieve longevity and sustained success.
“I didn’t speak well when I said those things, but my main point will actually help him,” KOKA said. “I want to see our artists succeed for decades to come, not just for a short time.”
KOKA drew a comparison to the Asakaa Boys, noting how quickly the music industry can shift and push once-popular artists to the sidelines. “We need more stars at the top, and I want to see King Paluta remain relevant and successful for years to come,” he added.
KOKA also humorously remarked on the unexpected attention his comments have garnered, saying, “See how this has made me trend, if I was running for MP, I would have won a parliamentary seat.”
Previously, KOKA had described King Paluta’s singing voice as “useless” and off-key during a discussion on Asempa FM, suggesting he needs a voice coach to improve his craft. Despite his harsh critique, KOKA acknowledged King Paluta’s potential and talent, advising him to learn from established artists like Castro, Kofi Kinaata, Amerado, and Sarkodie.
Following backlash on social media, KOKA defended his comments in a subsequent interview on Hitz FM, clarifying that his critique was not meant to denigrate King Paluta but to encourage improvement. He cited the need for better production quality in Ghanaian music to achieve international recognition, such as Grammy and BET awards.
