Kwesi Arthur has finally opened up about the issues that have been quietly following him since his split from Ground Up Chale, and it’s clear that his recent social media post came from a place of deep frustration rather than drama.
The Ghanaian rapper took to Instagram to share a heartfelt message explaining why he felt forced to speak publicly. According to him, the post was triggered by a fresh demand from his former management, asking him to pay $150,000 just to use pictures of himself to promote his new independent project. That moment, he says, brought back years of unresolved pain, pressure, and alleged mistreatment.
Kwesi Arthur claims that although he stopped working with Ground Up Chale after releasing Son of Jacob in 2022, the label still insists it owns his music, image, and brand from 2016 to date. He also alleged that despite the success of songs released during that period, he has not earned any money from them for years.
In his statement, the rapper described experiencing constant threats and manipulation, which he says affected his mental health and pushed him to finally tell his side of the story. He explained that staying silent for so long was not helping, and speaking out was necessary for his own safety and that of his family.
Kwesi Arthur also accused Ground Up Chale’s co-founder, Glen Boateng, of trying to block his independent releases. He warned fans that if his upcoming project is taken down or delayed, the label should be held responsible.
This situation didn’t happen overnight. Kwesi Arthur has previously hinted in interviews that his relationship with Ground Up Chale had quietly broken down after years of working together. While the label played a major role in launching his career, the partnership appears to have slowly turned sour over issues of control and ownership.
Despite the tension, Kwesi Arthur is moving forward with his new album, Redemption Valley. The 8-track project is his first major release since going independent and reflects everything he says he has been through. The album touches on struggle, healing, self-discovery, growth, and ultimately, victory, blending Afrobeats and hip-hop in a very personal way.
Redemption Valley was announced on January 8, 2026. Fans were given early access through the EVEN platform from January 17 for $5, ahead of its full release on all major streaming platforms on February 6, 2026. Songs like Unbroken, Valley Low, Healing, Redemption, and New Dawn clearly reflect the emotional journey behind the project.
The rapper has received massive support since sharing his story. Fans and fellow artists, including Medikal, have publicly backed him, with many praising his courage for speaking up and calling attention to the challenges artists face in the music industry.
So far, Ground Up Chale has not responded to the allegations. But as anticipation builds around Redemption Valley, one thing is clear: this album is more than just new music for Kwesi Arthur—it’s his way of reclaiming his voice, his freedom, and his story.
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