Highlife artist Ofori Amponsah has offered an emotional tribute to the late music legend Charles Kwadwo Fosu, widely known as Daddy Lumba, expressing that he felt undeserving of the mentorship and fatherly care he received from the iconic musician.
During a visit to express his condolences at the late musician’s home, Ofori Amponsah was visibly emotional as he spoke about the deep influence Daddy Lumba had on his personal life and music career.
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According to Ofori, Daddy Lumba recognized his potential early on and committed time, effort, and mentorship that played a major role in shaping his path in the music industry.
”I don’t have much to say. Of course, I had my biological father, but Daddy Lumba was someone who also stepped into that fatherly role and mentored me. I wasn’t worthy of it, but when he saw the gift and grace in me, he embraced me and guided me,” he said.
He went on to say, “For six years, we shared a close relationship as friends and mentor and mentee. He walked me through life, the industry, and everything I needed to know. I remember our first meeting—he told me I carried a unique grace and that I would become like him. I honestly don’t have the words.” Ofori Amponsah, who gained fame in the early 2000s, credits much of his success to Daddy Lumba.
Their joint album in 1999, *Wo Ho Kyere*, is widely acknowledged as the launchpad for Ofori Amponsah’s career and helped cement his status in the Ghanaian Highlife music scene. The two enjoyed a strong personal and professional relationship, with Daddy Lumba frequently speaking highly of Ofori’s talent.
Reflecting on Daddy Lumba’s death, the “Otoolege” singer said, “Sometimes it feels unreal that he’s gone, but God gave him to us, and has chosen to take him back at the time He saw fit.”
Daddy Lumba, who died earlier this month, was regarded as one of Ghana’s most respected and influential Highlife musicians, with a career that spanned more than thirty years.
Known for his distinctive voice, enduring melodies, and command of the Highlife genre, Daddy Lumba secured a lasting legacy in Ghana’s music history.
A Book of Condolence was opened last Tuesday in his honor, inviting fans, dignitaries, and music industry figures to come and pay their respects to the late legend.
