By Seli Baisie
Multi-talented Ghanaian musician Worlasi Langani has opened up about his latest album, Voices In My Head (VIMH), revealing the creative process behind it and the deep cultural influences shaping the music.
In an interview with Valerie Danso, on GTV’s Breakfast Show, Worlasi explained that the album is inspired by the voices and thoughts that have guided him throughout his journey.
“I just wanted to pay respect to those voices in my head,” he said, emphasizing that these internal conversations have shaped his creativity over the years.
Fusing Modern Sounds with Tradition
The painter and multi-lingual rapper said the album blends contemporary sounds with traditional influences, particularly rhythms he experienced at a funeral in the Volta Region.
“The way they play the drums and the chants – it’s very heavy. It almost gets inside you,” he described, adding that he wants listeners to feel the same energy through his music.
The project, he said, is not just about sound but also about culture and language. “We are sticking to Ewe this time,” Worlasi noted, stating that about 80 to 90 percent of the lyrics will be in his native language. To make the music more accessible, he plans to include subtitles in music videos, ensuring that people from different backgrounds can connect with the messages.
A Flexible and Evolving Album
Unlike traditional albums that are completed before release, Voices In My Head is an evolving project. “Because we are going to release everything at the end of the year, it can keep changing as time goes on,” Worlasi shared. With ten months to go, he and his team are taking their time to experiment and refine the music.
Despite the deep messages and cultural influences, Worlasi is also mindful of making the music engaging. “We are finding ways to make it catchy, but the lyrics and the message will be very deep,” he said.
With Voices In My Head, Worlasi aims to merge tradition the ‘Gbadza Energy‘ with modernity while staying true to his artistic vision.
He revealed that the album will feature around 10 to 15 tracks and has already released a song titled Meyibor, which means “I am Black.”
The project is expected to be a significant contribution to Ghanaian music, offering both entertainment and cultural education.
Watch the full interview below;
