Music is how I respond – Black Sherif opens up on life
Ghanaian artiste Black Sherif has opened up about how his music serves as a powerful tool of resistance against the harsh realities of life and the unrelenting pressures of society.
Speaking in an exclusive conversation with Patta, the award-winning artiste revealed that every song he writes and performs carries the spirit and struggles of his community, particularly the Zongo streets where he grew up.
“I’ve learned we all fight the system in different ways. For me, music is how I respond. I’m honest in how I reflect what’s around me. Where I’m from, Zongos, you don’t often see guys being this vulnerable. They’ll say, ‘Being soft gets you nowhere.’ But I say it anyway. And that gives me power,” Black Sherif said.
The ‘Second Sermon’ hitmaker explained that he embraces vulnerability not as a weakness but as a strength, one that allows him to connect deeply with his listeners.
He highlighted this in his track ‘Victory Song,’ where he candidly sang about breaking down in tears alone in a London hotel room.
When asked why he chose to share such an intimate moment, Black Sherif said it was necessary to show fans the less glamorous side of success.
“Because no one talks about that part of success. People see you on stage or travelling, but they don’t see the moments when the noise fades, and you’re alone with your thoughts. That moment reminded me that I’m still human,” the artiste added.
