Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie has appealed to event organisers in towns outside Accra to schedule his performances earlier, explaining that performing in the early hours of the morning affects his energy and overall stage delivery.
In a Facebook post, the award-winning artiste acknowledged the vibrant nightlife culture in many parts of the country but noted that his peak performance energy usually lasts until around 1:00 a.m.
“To my people in most towns outside Accra, I get that you guys love to party till morning. But as a performer, my energy is at its highest level until about 1 a.m. max,” he wrote.
He explained that after that period, physical fatigue naturally begins to set in, making it more difficult to deliver the same level of performance audiences expect.
“Any moment after that, my body starts to shut down, which is natural. So I’ll plead with you guys to try to have me on stage much earlier so you can get the best out of me,” he added.
Sarkodie also pointed out that performing around dawn places significant strain on artistes.
“I be tired performing around 4 a.m. in the morning… that is not normal for the human body,” he stated.
His comments have renewed discussions around scheduling practices at entertainment events in Ghana, where headline acts are often made to perform several hours after advertised start times.
Widely known for his energetic stage presence and live performances, Sarkodie has headlined numerous concerts both locally and internationally, earning recognition as one of Ghana’s most consistent performers.
The remarks are expected to reignite conversations among event organisers on the need for improved time management and event coordination to enhance both performer output and audience experience.
