Veteran Ghanaian rapper Lord Kenya has showered praise on rising music star King Paluta, saying the young artiste’s rap style closely resembles his own from his heyday.
King Paluta is currently making waves in Ghana’s music scene. Many fans see him as a strong contender for the Artiste of the Year award.
Speaking in an interview on Kessben FM, Lord Kenya, now an evangelist, said King Paluta’s energy and delivery instantly reminded him of his younger self.
“One rising new artiste I see myself in is King Paluta. If you listen to his flow, it is much like my younger self,” he said.
Lord Kenya played a major role in shaping Ghana’s rap and hiplife culture in the early 2000s. He believes Paluta’s current buzz reflects the kind of attention he once received when hiplife was still finding its feet.
Although he left secular music behind, Lord Kenya continues to create music. He said he’s open to collaborating with King Paluta, but only if it aligns with his Christian values.
“I have not stopped doing music because it is a talent God has given me. I will consider doing a track with King Paluta. But first, he has to take Christ as his personal savior. Then we can create a song to praise God,” he explained.
King Paluta is known for his passionate delivery and genuine lyrics. He recently released his first single of 2025, “Foko.” The track has received widespread praise for its lyrical depth and vibrant sound, deepening comparisons to Lord Kenya’s early hits.
