Nigerian musician, Adewale Mayowa Emmanuel, popularly known as Mayorkun, has revealed that Ghana played an important role in the early days of his music career.

Speaking in an interview on Hitz FM, the “Certified Loner” hitmaker said that most of the first major steps he took in his career happened in Ghana.

According to him, his first big hit song, which helped him gain attention beyond Nigeria, became popular in Ghana before it spread to other places.

“The first things I’ve done since the beginning of my career, most of them are in Ghana. My first major breakout song and I mean a song that crossed over from Nigeria, I think it first blew up in Ghana. Some of my biggest collaborations are in Ghana too,” Mayorkun stated.

Mayorkun also shared that Ghana feels like a second home to him.

He explained that every time he visits Accra, it feels just like being in Lagos because of the familiar atmosphere and the presence of his friends.

“This place is like my second home. I feel like I’m in Lagos anytime I’m in Accra because of my friends being around. I have the same feeling when I’m in Lagos too,” he said.

When asked about his current favourite Ghanaian song, the singer mentioned “Cheat on You,” a new song by KiDi featuring Gyakie.

“From Ghana, I think Gyakie and KiDi, their latest collaboration together,” he added.

Mayorkun is currently in Ghana to promote his upcoming album titled ‘Still the Mayor.’

As part of his promotion, he held an exclusive listening session on June 6, 2025, at Exhale Lounge in Accra.

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