Ghanaian rap sensation, Sarkodie, has opened up about the motivation and zeal that have kept him excelling in the industry for decades.

In a video shared online by Apple Music, Afrobeat singer KiDi curiously asked what has sustained Sarkodie’s energy over the years:

“I’ve always wanted to know what gets you out of bed to keep soldiering on after all these years of doing this. I’m very curious,” KiDi asked.

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The award-winning rapper responded warmly, explaining that what keeps him going is seeing other artistes thrive.

“Whether people believe this or not, it’s because I see you guys doing this. Just the fact that I’m sitting here today talking to you—that’s what inspires me,” he said.

He added that there was a time he considered taking a break, but encouragement from others reminded him of his influence.

“There was a time I wanted to take a break, but somebody put a battery in my back and said, ‘Sarkodie, when you move, the people move.’ So just seeing you guys and what’s happening for Ghana—that’s why I’m doing this,” he asserted.

@applemusic What motivates @Sarkodie? He sits down with @KiDi ♬ original sound - Apple Music