{
  "id": 6403360,
  "title": "I sometimes forget some of my songs – Shatta Wale",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/i-sometimes-forget-some-of-my-songs-shatta-wale",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-09T08:47:43.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Chronicle Ghana",
    "slug": "the-chronicle-ghana",
    "url": "https://thechronicle.com.gh/i-sometimes-forget-some-of-my-songs-shatta-wale/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dancehall artist Shatta Wale has admitted to recording numerous songs throughout his career, sometimes even producing multiple tracks in a single session. The Ghanaian musician explained that he records music when the inspiration strikes him, rather than for the sole purpose of showing his activity to others. \"I've recorded a lot, and I record almost every day. It's not like I just record for people to see that I'm recording; I record when I feel like it. I can record like five songs when I'm in the mood for it,\" Wale stated.\n\nHowever, the artist also admitted to periods of inactivity, taking breaks from music production for months at a time. During these times, Shatta Wale focuses on meetings and other responsibilities. \"Sometimes too, for like three months, I wouldn't even go close to my computer. Those are the times you will see me driving in town, going for meetings and doing other things,\" he added.\n\nThe extensive collection of his songs has led to the occasional difficulty in remembering specific tracks. During performances, Wale has had moments where he hears an older song and struggles to recall the lyrics. He explained that sometimes he will hear a song from years ago and only remember it after the first performance. \"I can perform most of the songs from years ago. Sometimes, when it's played once and I listen, then I remember it. When it’s been a long time and it’s played, I may forget the lyrics,\" he shared.\n\nIn a podcast discussion with rapper YPee, Shatta Wale recounted an instance on stage when his DJ, Vyrusky, played one of his songs, and he had to ask Vyrusky, \"Whose song is that?\"",
  "summary": "Dancehall star, Shatta Wale has stated he has recorded so many songs over the years that he sometimes forgets some of his own tracks. The Ghanaian dancehall musician explained that he records music regularly when he is in the mood, sometimes completing several songs in a single session. “I’ve recorded a lot, and I record […] The post I sometimes forget some of my songs – Shatta Wale appeared…",
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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."
}