{
  "id": 16796443,
  "title": "I compete with myself, not other artistes – King Promise",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/27/i-compete-with-myself-not-other-artistes-king-promise",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-27T20:12:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/i-compete-with-myself-not-other-artistes-king-promise/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ghanaian Afrobeats and Highlife singer King Promise, whose real name is Gregory Bortey Newman, has revealed that he is more focused on his own personal growth rather than competing with other musicians. Speaking on Joy FM’s Drive Time, he stated that he remains \"in his own lane\" and is motivated by the achievements of others as inspiration, rather than feeling threatened by their success. King Promise explained that while competition is an inherent part of the music industry, fans often fuel comparisons between artists, rather than the artists themselves. He added that he prefers to use the accomplishments of other musicians as motivation, rather than allowing them to create resentment. The singer cited his friendship with Mr Eazi as an example of how another artiste's success could motivate him, saying that witnessing Eazi's international recognition has strengthened his belief in what is possible for Ghanaian musicians.",
  "summary": "Ghanaian Afrobeats and Highlife singer-songwriter Gregory Bortey Newman, known popularly as King Promise, says he is more focused on improving his own achievements than competing with fellow artistes, describing his approach to the music industry as a continuous pursuit of personal growth.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}