Amerado – Keteke

Ghanaian rapper and veteran poet Amerado releases a melancholy, contemplative tune dubbed “Keteke” off his studio effort The Price of Becoming.

The thought-provoking music is coming at a time when fans of African hip-hop and Afro-fusion are craving introspective, story-telling songs that reflect the reality of life’s uncertain journey. The song is a reminder to listeners that everyone moves on their own timetable and that patience and attention are key along the road.

The sound architect builds a warm mid-tempo canvas from sweet Highlife guitar melodies, delicate keyboard chords and crisp percussion shakers. A steady drum kick and head bobbing drift easily over a warm bass line keeping the bounce flowing without cluttering up the arrangement. But the mix is clear and airy, letting the acoustic strings and vocal frequencies float with absolute clarity.

Amerado leads the music with his trademark emotive deliveries and seasoned cadences, moving seamlessly from fast Akan rap flows to catchy, melodic singing choruses. He rides the methodical tempo with ease, putting true feeling into every line and creating an inspiring, thoroughly grounded environment right from the opening drop.

Songwriting is very much about perseverance, divine timing, trusting your own pace and learning to stay focused in the midst of societal pressure. He portrays vivid scenes of travelers going on and off the train of life, reminding dreamers that a delay is never a refusal. His approachable proverbs and catchy chorus turn self-reflection into a universally comforting song for anyone on the grind.

Everything really flows so well throughout this CD and makes for a very full and genuinely gratifying listen. The bright Highlife-influenced sound is a perfect fit for his intelligent lyrical enthusiasm all the way through.

You should surely include this encouraging song to your everyday commute and motivational playlists now.