Ghanaian musician Fancy Gadam has raised concerns over what he describes as “deeply disappointing” royalty payments from the Ghana Music Rights Organisation (GHAMRO), after receiving just GHS 123.82 for years of creative work.
According to Fancy Gadam, the amount does not reflect the sleepless nights, studio expenses, promotions, and long-term investment that go into building a music career. He described the payment alert as more than just a notification, calling it “a loud question mark on how our music is valued and how creatives are treated.”
Despite the frustration, the musician says passion keeps him going. “We keep creating because we love the art. But love alone shouldn’t be the payment,” he added.
His complaint adds to ongoing discussions within Ghana’s creative industry about royalty distribution, transparency, and fair compensation for artistes. Several musicians have previously expressed dissatisfaction with GHAMRO’s payouts, arguing that the system does not adequately reward their contributions.
While GHAMRO maintains that royalties are distributed based on collections and usage data, creatives insist that the figures often fail to reflect the real impact of their work.
