Stonebwoy: I Did Not Release 'Up and Runnin6' to Win Grammy

Ghanaian dancehall star Stonebwoy has denied speculations that he released his latest album 'Up and Runnin6' just to win a Grammy award.

At the album's release party on October 23, 2024, Stonebwoy, who is the current TGMA Artiste of the Year, noted that prioritizing an award over his fans' satisfaction would be a "great disservice."

He clarified that while a Grammy nomination and a win would be welcomed, it was not the driving force behind the album's creation.

“Really and truly God knows my heart... If it does happen to qualify and win, it will be part of the things that will speed up my art and craft, but then it is not my sole intention that I am creating this album for the Grammys; else, if it doesn’t win, then I think that I will be doing a lot of disservice to the people who are beyond award schemes: the fans, the loved ones and those who relate to the music for their personal life," the Wame crooner asserted.

Stonebwoy believes an album's quality speaks for itself.

Despite his illustrious career, Stonebwoy, born Livingstone Etsa Satekla, is among Ghana's top musicians yet to receive a Grammy nomination.

Reggae musician Ricky Dawuni is the only Ghanaian artist who has earned a number of Grammy nominations. Unfortunately, he has yet to grab a Grammy award after four attempts.