Rap Landlord Sarkodie has opened up about his relationship with dancehall king Shatta Wale, describing him as a sincere person who always stands by what he believes in, even when others disagree.
Speaking on the Afrobeats Podcast, Sarkodie said he respects Shatta Wale’s personality and honesty, noting that despite their different approaches to life and communication, they have maintained a good working relationship over the years.
According to him, their bond is not necessarily based on constant friendship or communication, but on mutual understanding and the ability to work together when needed.
“Friendship, business, we can do. I could do business with Wale and not necessarily have to be friends or talk all the time, but we actually have a great time when we hang out,” he said.
While others perceive Shatta Wale as someone who is extremely unfiltered and vulgar, Sarkodie revealed that is the very trait he loves most about his colleague.
He explained that given his calm demeanor, he needed an industry friend who contrasts with his personality, and found that in Shatta.
“I am the biggest fan of that side of him that people talk about because most times, I know he is not serious. We used to have this vibe that I’d say, ‘go and say it and I’ll do it’. When somebody’s messing up, I’ll text him; ‘you know me, if I go and say it’s a problem but you can say and get away with it. So, go and say it publicly and then I’ll do the talking with the person behind the scene. Because I like to sit down with people. He doesn’t have the time to call you to sit down.”
Sarkodie also praised Shatta Wale’s creativity and freestyle talent, recalling that they first met on a radio freestyle platforms, and he has since developed a strong admiration for his artistry.
He further reflected on past tensions between them, noting that many of their disagreements were driven more by professional misunderstandings and unmet expectations rather than personal issues.
Sarkodie added that over time, perspectives have changed, and what once appeared as conflict now feels like part of a normal creative journey.
While they may not always agree or operate in the same way, there is still a natural understanding between them that allows for collaboration when necessary.
