By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave
Ghanaian musician Kuami Eugene has shared details of his early journey into music production, revealing that he set up his first studio at the age of 17 in his mother’s kitchen.
He said his mother played a central role in supporting his ambitions, including using her savings to buy him a computer for music production.
“She has been a blessing to my career,” Kuami Eugene said, expressing gratitude for her support.
The improvised studio, he explained, had no air conditioning, and his mother often checked on him because of the heat in the confined space. Despite the difficult conditions, he continued producing music, laying the foundation for his career.
In an interview with UNICEF Ghana, the musician said that at 18, he moved out of his mother’s home in Fadama and rented his own apartment after neighbours complained about the noise from his music production.
He said this period marked a turning point in his career. He later took part in the MTN Hitmaker music competition, was signed by Lynx Entertainment and released songs including Angela, which brought him wider recognition.
Kuami Eugene’s account highlights the role of family support in his development as an artist, as well as the persistence required to overcome early challenges in pursuit of a career in music.
