Kuami Eugene Opens Up About Being Sidelined in Song Credits, Vows to Take Legal Action
Ghanaian singer-songwriter Kuami Eugene has shed light on a recurring struggle many behind-the-scenes creatives face in the music industry—being left out of the spotlight and denied proper credit for their contributions.
In a candid interview on 3FM, the "Belinda" hitmaker revealed his disappointment over several instances where he wrote or contributed significantly to songs, only to be overlooked once those tracks gained popularity.
“There were songs I worked on where I thought, ‘they’ll do the needful later.’ But when the success came, I was left out completely,” he shared. “If I start mentioning names, people will be shocked. But if I go after all of them, it would look like I’m the bad guy.”
Kuami Eugene noted that in the past, he chose to ignore many of these situations. However, after repeatedly being taken for granted, he’s had enough. He’s now taking a firmer stance, including pursuing legal action to ensure his intellectual property is respected.
One such case involved fellow artiste Mr. Drew, whom he confirmed he has confronted over an unresolved songwriting issue.
“Some of them, like Mr. Drew, I took on. Others I just let go. But from now on, it's no longer a fun game. This is business. If it’s my hook, what’s my cut? Let’s handle it professionally. My lawyer will call you.”
Despite the frustrations, Kuami Eugene expressed hope for the future, particularly in the new generation of artists who are more conscious of the business side of music.
“I love that this new wave of artistes understands the importance of doing things right. They get it—they understand the value of giving credit where it’s due.”
As one of Ghana’s most talented and prolific hitmakers, Kuami Eugene's message is clear: respect for creative contributions isn’t optional—it’s essential. And moving forward, he’s making sure his voice is heard not just in the music, but in the boardroom too.
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