"I want my freedom cos most my homies are locked in cages," Sarkodie raps, referencing the restrictions artists face under label contracts. He continues, "It's kind of strange how this music has changed... I need a verse from my bro, a couple of calls but now I need to speak to some dude cos he's the boss," criticizing how labels can impede collaboration between artists. Sarkodie acknowledges the success major labels have brought to African music globally, rapping, "I can't hate but it's working I see results. African music was buzzing but it couldn't cross as soon as we signed the paperwork labels opened the doors." However, he seems conflicted by the trade-off between commercial success and artistic freedom. Sarkodie's verse is sure to spark conversation about the role of major labels in shaping African music.
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