Celebrated gospel musician and preacher, Sonnie Badu, has expressed his desire to collaborate with popular dancehall acts, Stonebwoy and Shatta Wale, on his upcoming projects. In a recent interview with Neat FM on July 12, 2023, the ‘Baba’ crooner conveyed his admiration for Stonebwoy’s musical talent as well as Shatta Wale’s. Sonnie Badu emphasized the potential impact that a collaboration between himself, Stonebwoy, and Shatta Wale could create, promising a beautiful and memorable musical experience.
During the interview, Sonnie Badu expressed his strong desire to feature Stonebwoy on one of his songs, stating, “It is a beautiful thing to do… for me, I will deal with it. Even Shatta Wale, I will add him, and you will be amazed at the impact we will make.” He recognized the unique musical talents of both artists and believed that their collaboration would be a significant moment in the Ghanaian music industry.
Sonnie Badu also spoke about the close bond he shares with Stonebwoy, which has developed over nearly a decade of friendship and support. He reminisced about their early encounters, revealing that Stonebwoy sought him out during the beginning of his musical journey. “I have known Stonebwoy for close to eight to nine years. I am very close to him. When Stonebwoy started his musical career, I was one of the few people he came to see, and I listened to his song. I have been with him for a very long time, and I feel like featuring him on my song. I just have to speak to his record label and all of that,” he added.
Despite operating in different fields within the music industry, Sonnie Badu remains hopeful that by merging their distinct musical styles, they can create something truly memorable and influential not only within the Ghanaian music scene but also beyond. Collaborations between artists from different genres have become increasingly common in recent years, as they bring together diverse fan bases and offer listeners a fresh and unique musical experience.
Sonnie Badu’s desire to collaborate with Stonebwoy and Shatta Wale demonstrates his openness to exploring new creative avenues and his commitment to pushing boundaries within the gospel music genre. Such collaborations have the potential to break down barriers and reach a wider audience, spreading positive messages through the power of music.
