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Rex Omar, an experienced Highlife musician, has voiced concerns about motivating his kids to follow music in Ghana due to various industry setbacks.
During his interview on Accra’s 3FM, Rex Omar discussed his personal experiences and pointed out the structural obstacles that Ghanaian musicians encounter, especially when competing globally.
When questioned about whether he would recommend his children pursue a career in the music business, he firmly stated, “not at all.” Even though he acknowledges their skill, he has effectively steered them away from pursuing a professional music career.
“None of my children are into music. I didn’t impose it on them. I told them the truth. They understand that if you play around with music as a Ghanaian, music will disappoint you,” he explained.
Rex Omar shared his experience of traveling through South Africa and other nations, mentioning the noticeable difference in the help he received in comparison to other musicians who were greeted by their embassies with branded cars and various kinds of aid. On the other hand, he experienced feelings of neglect from the Ghanaian authorities.
“I realized how exposed I am as an artist. It brought my spirit down,” he said.
He approached the then Minister of Tourism seeking support for another tour, but received only minimal assistance.
“Today, tomorrow, today, tomorrow, today, tomorrow. He said they could sponsor one person, but even with that, I went on the tour for five months. I came back two months later before I was given something small. And even that something small, with the ups and downs, I nearly left it,” he recalled.
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