Shatta Michy has praised songstress Gyakie for her approach to music and her use of talent instead of her body to achieve success in the industry.

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Michy, who made an appearance as a guest on the Ladies Circle on TV3, praised Gyakie for changing the game and serving as an inspiration for young female musicians by demonstrating that great music can be created without the use of explicit material.

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The pressure on female artists to use their bodies to gain attention and success in the music industry has been a longstanding issue, but Michy believes that Gyakie has shown that it is possible to be successful without relying on sexualization. Michy hopes that more female artists, including herself, will follow in Gyakie’s footsteps and focus on their talent and artistry instead.

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Michy has also faced criticism for her own clothing choices and perceived sexualization, but she says that she is learning to build a sound that is quality and does not need sexuality to sell. She believes that the music should be quality and that sexy can always be incorporated in a way that is classy.

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Michy’s comments are a reminder that female artists can be successful without resorting to sexualization, and that the industry should focus more on talent and artistry rather than physical appearance. Gyakie’s success is a testament to this, and hopefully, more artists will follow in her footsteps and pave the way for a more inclusive and empowering music industry.

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Gyakie is a talented Ghanaian singer and songwriter who has been making waves in the music industry. Born Jackeline Acheampong, she grew up in Kumasi and is the daughter of the famous Ghanaian highlife musician, Nana Acheampong. Gyakie started her music career in 2019 with the release of her debut single "Love Is Pretty", which received positive reviews from music lovers.

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However, it was her hit single "Forever" that catapulted her to international fame. The song, which features a blend of Afrobeats and R&B, became a viral sensation on TikTok and gained millions of streams on various music platforms. It also received critical acclaim from music critics, who praised Gyakie's songwriting skills and unique vocal style.

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Gyakie's music is known for its positive and uplifting messages, and she draws inspiration from her personal experiences and those of others around her. Her songs are a mix of Afrobeats, R&B, and highlife, and she infuses her native Twi language into her lyrics, making her music relatable to Ghanaians and fans of African music worldwide.

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In addition to her music career, Gyakie is also an accomplished graphic designer and holds a degree in International Business from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. She is signed to the record label Flip the Music and has performed at several high-profile events in Ghana and beyond. With her talent, hard work, and dedication, Gyakie.

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Gyakie, the sensational afro-fusion artiste has topped the Apple Music Ghana chart with her newest single ‘Scar’ featuring North London’s rapper JBee.

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The song released on Friday, April 21, 2023, has achieved a record-breaking success by dominating Apple Music Charts in less than 24 hours after its release.

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SCAR, her latest track, is a powerful track detailing love and pain, tells two sides to the story of the hardships in a relationship. Depicting the duality both sonically and lyrically, the story of nuances and layers is heightened through the song’s combination of R&B, hip-hop, and drill.

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Flip The Music signed artist, Gyakie teamed up with UK rapper JBee, one of the go-to fresh faces in British Rap to bring her latest single, ‘SCAR’ to life.

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Speaking on the release, JBee said, “I was in Ghana for New Year, even though it was the holiday season when Gyakie calls, you answer! We linked up in Ghana and ‘Scar’ was born. Even though I am London born and raised, I’m Ghanaian myself and I’m so happy we got to collaborate and make this track. I hope the fans love this one seeing two worlds collide!”

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