KK Fosu [R] described late Dada KD [L] as his music hero

Ghanaian Highlife star KK Fosu has eulogized his fellow musician Dada KD, stating that his impact on the music industry will live on.

Ghanaians are mourning Dada KD’s death, which occurred on Friday, May 16, 2025, with many expressing their grief since the news surfaced.

Although the cause of death remains unknown, numerous celebrities have taken to social media to extend their sympathies to the bereaved family as well as to all Highlife fans who enjoyed Dada KD’s music.

KK Fosu, a close friend of Dada KD, said he was shocked to hear the news and is still struggling to come to terms with the loss.

“You know, it has been almost a year since I had that catastrophic accident on the Apam road, and hearing about the death of a very close friend like Dada KD has made me very sad.

“We used to talk a lot, and I wasn’t aware of any major illness. In fact, he was preparing to play a show in London, just like me, for the Amakye Dede show next month.

“I am really saddened by his death because he was my hero, and we had a lot in common,” KK Fosu told GNA Entertainment.

Nevertheless, KK Fosu believes Dada KD served music lovers with timeless songs and hopes he will be given a befitting farewell when funeral details are announced.

Dada KD, who had a stellar music career, had nine albums to his credit, including Somugye, Ebeboawo, Obiara Se Aye, and Odo Mu Anigyebi.

He performed all over the world and won numerous awards, including the Best Male Vocalist award at the 2004 Ghana Music Awards UK.