Accra, July 2025
Award-winning rapper Sarkodie has showered glowing praise on fellow Ghanaian hip-hop and Ewe rap icon Edem, describing his musical contribution as one of the finest the country has ever seen.
In this Facebook Post that’s now trending across social media, Sarkodie recalled the first time he encountered Edem, saying he immediately sensed greatness.
“I remember when I first encountered my brother Edem. I came back home to tell one of my hommies that this guy will have a serious impact on the music scene,” Sarkodie shared. Despite initial scepticism from his friend, Sarkodie said he was undeterred. “He was like ‘naa, because of the language barrier.’ I said, ‘I don’t hear language, I hear greatness!’”
The BET Award winner didn’t stop there—he called Edem’s debut project “undoubtedly one of the greatest albums in Ghana’s music history,” and cemented the Volta-born rapper’s legacy by declaring, “You’re still on my fav emcee list.”
The post has sparked waves of nostalgia and admiration from fans, music lovers, and industry insiders alike, many of whom agree that Edem’s breakthrough album, The Volta Regime, reshaped the hip-life and rap landscape in Ghana with its bold use of Ewe and fierce lyricism.
This public salute is not only a celebration of artistic brilliance but also a powerful reminder that authenticity and raw talent transcend language barriers.
