Ofori Amponsah shares early struggles in music career

Ace Highlife artist Ofori Amponsah has shared his initial hardships encountered during his musical journey, alleging that producers in Accra initially dismissed his tunes due to their belief that his music lacked potential for success. In an exclusive interview with Kafui Dey, the musician disclosed that his passion for music ignited while he was still in secondary school, as he began distributing his cassette recordings in search of individuals who could aid in nurturing his talent.

Amponsah noted that his pursuit of opportunities commenced as early as Form Four, yet he experienced significant setbacks as he struggled to find anyone who was willing to invest in his music. "I commenced around Form Four. Nobody was willing to assist," he revealed, explaining that his unwavering determination ultimately led him to Accra, where he hoped to encounter producers who would acknowledge the latent potential in his songs.

"I journeyed to Accra in search of producers, but they failed to see the promise in my songs," he remarked. Despite the rejection faced, Amponsah persisted in his pursuit of music, with his ordeal highlighting the obstacles that aspiring artists frequently confront when attempting to secure industry support prior to attaining success.