Dancehall King,” Shatta Wale, has made it abundantly clear that his ongoing disputes with media figures who criticize him will not deter him from utilizing their platforms. The controversial artist firmly believes that these personalities are nothing more than common workers within the media organizations, and their opinions hold little sway over his actions and choices.
Shatta Wale, whose real name is Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr., is no stranger to controversies and clashes with media personalities who have expressed less than favorable opinions about his music, statements, and actions. On multiple occasions, he has even released diss tracks targeting these individuals, urging them to refrain from discussing him or his work.
This contentious relationship with the media came to the forefront during a recent session on Twitter Space, led by the renowned Ghanaian broadcaster and journalist, Serwaa Amihere. During the session, Shatta Wale addressed a question regarding his consistent presence on these media platforms, despite his apparent disregard for the viewpoints expressed by certain media figures.
His response was unequivocal and reflected his unwavering self-confidence. Shatta Wale explained that he engages with these media outlets because, in his view, the ownership of the media organizations does not rest with the personalities themselves. He asserted that he is free to come and go as he pleases, as he perceives the individuals he encounters as mere employees rather than the proprietors of the media outfits.
Shatta Wale boldly stated, “Is the radio station for them? They’re workers, they’re common workers. I can go there anytime I want. I can see the owner of the radio station and enter there. Andy Dosty will still do his work. If he (Andy Dosty) won’t do it, he’ll leave there. If you like, mark it.”
These words underscore Shatta Wale’s conviction that his presence on these platforms remains unaffected by the opinions and criticisms of individual media personalities. His perspective is grounded in the belief that he holds the power to decide when and how he engages with the media, regardless of the viewpoints expressed by the employees of these organizations.
It is important to note that Shatta Wale has not been shy about expressing his feelings regarding how the media perceives him. On numerous occasions, he has vocalized his belief that the media and its representatives harbor a certain level of animosity towards him.
Shatta Wale’s recent declaration reflects his determination to maintain control over his public image and engagement with the media. His unwavering self-assuredness and willingness to confront criticism head-on continue to define his persona as one of the most polarizing figures in the Ghanaian music industry. Whether this stance will further stoke the flames of controversy or lead to a more harmonious relationship with the media remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: Shatta Wale remains unapologetically himself, regardless of the opinions of “common workers” in the media.
