Skyface SDW attributes mother's career support to 2021 US tour

Asakaa rapper Skyface SDW has shared how a major international milestone transformed his family’s outlook on his professional life. The artist revealed that his mother, who was initially a staunch opponent of his music career, began to support his path only after witnessing the success of the Asakaa Boys' 2021 tour of the United States. This shift marked a significant moment in his journey from a rising local talent to an internationally recognized musician.

In an interview on The Delay Show, the rapper detailed the pressure he faced at home to abandon music in favor of his education. Despite his growing popularity and success within the Ghanaian drill scene, his mother remained unconvinced of the long-term viability of the entertainment industry. She consistently urged him to return to his studies, viewing a traditional academic path as a more reliable foundation for his future than the unpredictable nature of show business.

The turning point occurred when the Asakaa Boys embarked on their tour of the United States in 2021. The scale of the international performances and the global reception of the Kumasi-based collective provided the evidence his mother needed to change her mind. Skyface SDW noted that seeing the tangible opportunities and the global platform he had reached helped her recognize the professional nature of his work and the potential for a sustainable career on the world stage.

Following the tour, the rapper's mother transitioned from being a critic to a supporter, ultimately accepting his decision to prioritize his music over continuing his formal education. This personal victory for Skyface SDW reflects a broader cultural shift in Ghana, where the international success of local genres like Asakaa is gradually changing traditional views on the value of careers in the creative arts.