Seven months ago, renowned rapper Sarkodie made a comment about Ghanaian songstress Cina Soul that has resurfaced online.
Earlier in the year, Sarkodie had expressed his admiration for Cina Soul’s boundless singing abilities during an interview with Andy Dosty on Hitz 103.9 FM.
Sarkodie had also elaborated on his decision to collaborate with Cina Soul on one of the tracks from his ‘Jamz’ album, titled ‘Over Me,’ noting that he believed she possessed remarkable talent.
He further described Cina Soul’s voice as a representation of Ghana on the global stage, indicating his confidence in her potential for international recognition and success.
“I know she’s gonna get there. I don’t know which song [will take her there]. When I saw King Promise I knew. But I didn’t know how. But I knew he was gonna be huge. And Cina Soul has that approach,” he noted.
This development follows a recent statement from entertainment journalist and panelist Sally Mann, which was made on the music reality show “The Darling Factor” airing on Adom TV.
During her critique of a contestant who performed one of Cina Soul’s songs, Sally Mann advised the contestant not to emulate Cina Soul’s vocal style.
She further expressed her opinion that Cina Soul had received excessive acclaim and was, in her view, overrated.
“I don’t know if you wanted to sound like Cina Soul. But your vocal range is beautiful. You could have done it like the way you do it all the time.
Be yourself. There can only be only one Diana. That’s you, and your vocal ability is beautiful. You didn’t need to sound like Cina Soul because for me I think Cina Soul is one person that has been overrated in Ghana,” she said.
Sally’s recent statement has stirred up significant controversy, sparking discussions across various social media platforms. While some individuals are criticizing her for characterizing Cina Soul as “overrated,” others view her opinion as harmless and valid.
In the midst of this discourse, Cina Soul has hinted at responding to Sally’s comment through a song. A teaser for the track titled ‘Plenty Evil’ was shared on Cina’s social media accounts on Sunday, September 17, 2023, and it begins with Sally’s ‘overrated’ remark. The song is set to be officially released on Thursday, September 21, 2023.
Cina Soul is recognized for her notable songs such as ‘Ojorley,’ ‘Feelings,’ ‘Die 4 You,’ ‘Killi Me,’ and more. In addition to her collaboration with Sarkodie on ‘Over Me,’ her performance on Akwaboah’s ‘Obiaa’ has earned her recognition and respect among her contemporaries.