Emerging Ghana: RCEE returns with new single

Raised between Accra and Kumasi, RCEE cites African greats like Ghana’s George Darko and Daddy Lumba, Senegalese-American Akon, as well as Ivory Coast’s Alpha Blonde among his technical models. His style is defined by mellow, emotive vocals ferried by an impressive mix of multiple genres, notably reggae and highlife, to create singular Afrobeats soundscapes.

RCEE started composing and recording music in high school with his debut single ‘Odo Colour’ arriving in 2017 before he took some time off to finish college.

Earlier this month, the singer, who will now be represented by Beehyve Entertainment and Luuknow, announced his return with the single ‘Made In Ghana’.

“It came with a lot of emotional stress – making amazing songs each and every day without putting them out,” the artist said about his decision to put a hold on his career. “But I was consoled because school was equally important and that break came with a blessing to help me develop myself.”

With his return, RCEE hopes to continue on the path to evolving into one of the most diverse artists around. “I just got started and I feel tomorrow will bring a better conversation,” he said.

As is the story of many a rising artist, RCEE is having to grapple with a number of challenges. For him, the biggest hurdle involves making sure everything is perfect and done on time.

On what inspired his recent single ‘Made In Ghana’, RCEE points to African women, and the need to continually celebrate their grace, beauty and strength. ‘Made In Ghana’ heralds the artist’s upcoming Portions EP exploring the different shades of love.”

Beyond his scheduled releases for the year, RCEE reveals a growing desire to create good music, indent his unique style, and serve as a source of inspiration for fellow young musicians. 

“The aim is to do better than yesterday,” he says. “Repeat this action every day and, in next five years, I will be counted among Ghana’s most influential young voices”.