{
  "id": 19737130,
  "title": "Some critics hate me because they are intimidated by my success –Kuami Eugene",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/13/some-critics-hate-me-because-they-are-intimidated-by-my-success-kuami",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-13T01:23:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Chronicle Ghana",
    "slug": "the-chronicle-ghana",
    "url": "https://thechronicle.com.gh/some-critics-hate-me-because-they-are-intimidated-by-my-success-kuami-eugene/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Renowned Ghanaian musician Kuami Eugene has shared his perspective on the reasons behind criticisms he receives, asserting that not all of them stem from genuine dislike for his music. The statement was made on the social media platform X, following a user's defense of his work, which argued that disliking his music does not necessarily indicate someone has a sophisticated or fashionable taste in music. In response, the user argued that the lack of appreciation from some people might be due to their intimidation by his success. Kuami Eugene concurred with this notion, stating that a few individuals who experience intimidation tend to harbor negative feelings towards him. He added, however, that the group is expanding daily.\n\nThis recent revelation comes after a previous contentious exchange on the platform. During this interaction, a user praised his music, but subtly criticized him, which evidently did not sit well with Kuami Eugene. He responded, \"Go away with your foolishness, it's too hot,\" a comment that sparked a divide among social media users. While some backed the musician, arguing that he had every right to respond, others suggested he should have ignored the remark instead of engaging. With this post, Kuami Eugene seems to be unfazed by the criticisms and maintains that some people are uncomfortable with his growing success. The musician's comments have reignited discussions about the reactions musicians receive online and whether public figures should respond to every negative opinion.",
  "summary": "Celebrated Musician,Kuami Eugene believes that not everyone who criticises him has a genuine dislike for his music, suggesting that some people are uncomfortable with his success. The singer shared his thoughts on X after a user came to his defence, arguing that disliking his music does not automatically make someone appear fashionable or sophisticated. In […] The post Some critics hate me…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "3News",
        "title": "Patapaa names new puppy after Kuami Eugene amid DopeNation snub",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/patapaa-names-new-puppy-after-kuami-eugene-amid-dopenation-snub",
        "published": "2026-11-11T22:53:50.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Ghpage",
        "title": "Patapaa names his puppy after Kuami Eugene",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/patapaa-names-his-puppy-after-kuami-eugene",
        "published": "2026-11-12T09:27:36.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}