Lord Kenya Praises King Paluta; Observes Similarities In Musical Style
Lord Kenya, a Ghanaian rapper, has recently praised rising music sensation King Paluta, drawing striking comparisons between the young artist’s style and his own during his prime.
The endorsement from the hiplife pioneer comes as King Paluta experiences a meteoric rise in Ghana’s music industry, with many tipping him as a strong contender for the prestigious Artiste of the Year award.
During an interview on Kessben FM, Lord Kenya, now an evangelist after stepping away from secular music, reflected on King Paluta’s rap delivery and energy, noting its resemblance to his own early career. “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 remarked. The veteran artist, who played a pivotal role in shaping Ghana’s rap and hiplife scene in the early 2000s, observed that King Paluta’s current popularity mirrors the attention he once commanded when the genre was still gaining traction.
Though Lord Kenya has transitioned into gospel music, he clarified that he has not abandoned his musical roots entirely. He expressed openness to collaborating with King Paluta—but with a condition tied to his faith. “I have not stopped doing music because it is a talent God has given me, and I will consider doing a track with King Paluta. But first of all, he has to take Christ as his personal savior, and together we can do a song to praise God,” he stated.
King Paluta, celebrated for his dynamic performances and authentic lyricism, recently dropped his first single of 2025, Foko, which has been widely praised for its lyrical depth and production quality. The track has further cemented his reputation as one of Ghana’s most promising talents, reinforcing comparisons to Lord Kenya’s early work.
As King Paluta continues to make waves in the industry, the endorsement from a legend like Lord Kenya not only validates his artistry but also highlights the enduring influence of hiplife’s golden era. Fans and critics alike will be watching closely to see if this mentorship evolves into a collaboration—one that could bridge generations of Ghanaian music.
Watch the interview below:
