Ghanaian dancehall/reggae sensation Livingstone Etse Satekla known popularly as Stonebwoy takes a candid dive into his personal and professional realms as he marks his birthday on March 5, 2024.
In an exclusive chat with TV3, the artist behind chart-toppers like “Putuu,” “Activate,” and “Nominate” reveals his humorous and free-spirited nature, aiming to spread laughter wherever he goes.
Describing his family as a lively ensemble of “movie stars,” Stonebwoy playfully suggested a potential reality show capturing the entertaining dynamics within his household.
“They’re like a bunch of movie stars in one house. I think I should do a reality show about what happens in my house,” he quipped.
Delving into the delicate balance between his personal and professional life, Stonebwoy shares his goofy side, known only to those closest to him.
“I’m humorous. A free spirit. When you’re close to me, you laugh a lot. It’s one of the things that I think is only those who are very close to me that know how I can be goofy just to make people laugh every time,” he disclosed.
Emphasising transparency, Stonebwoy asserts that he selectively showcases aspects of his life to the public, maintaining a distinction between personal and public affairs.
“I think the career would be what people see on the outside, and that is what I choose to show them. And internally, things that govern my own life as a person in private,” he explained. “Because everybody has a private and public life. Balancing them has been good so far. That’s how we see what we see. There are no skeletons in the cupboard.”
As one of Ghana and Africa’s most successful musicians, Stonebwoy’s accolades include the Best International Act: Africa at the 2015 BET Awards and the Artist of the Year at the 2015 Ghana Music Awards.
Beyond his musical prowess, he serves as the CEO of Burniton Music Group and holds brand ambassadorships with various companies.