Ghanaian musician Fameye has revealed that he, along with a few other artists, has been actively working to make Highlife music more appealing to the younger generation.
Speaking in an interview on Angel FM on July 24, Fameye emphasized that while some musicians have distanced themselves from the genre, he has remained committed to preserving and promoting it.
He explained that his dedication to Highlife is intentional, as he continues to invest his talent and creativity into keeping the traditional Ghanaian music style relevant and alive for modern audiences.
“Some of us have worked hard to make Highlife music attractive to young generation. Normally, people shy away from being associated with Highlife, but we’ve dedicated ourselves on making it attractive. The award I’ve won even shows that I’m doing something right,” he said.
Fameye recently received recognition for his efforts from the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA).
He was honoured at the inaugural edition of a new initiative celebrating artists who win Highlife Artiste of the Year at the Ghana Music Awards.
This event was a collaborative effort between the GTA, the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA), and other stakeholders in the tourism and creative industry.
During the ceremony, Fameye was presented with a citation acknowledging his role in promoting Highlife music both in Ghana and internationally.
To his surprise, he also received a GHS 10,000 cash gift, made possible with the support of Abeiku Santana, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority.
