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Ghanaian rapper Lyrical Joe has opened up about his disappointment following his loss in the Best Rap Performance category at the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMAs).
Speaking in an interview with Hitz FM, the award-winning lyricist shared that he had high expectations of clinching the award this year, especially considering the level of effort and creativity he invested in his craft.
Yes, every year Iâm nominated in that category, and Iâm always hopefulâunless, of course, the criteria for that category have changed
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Lyrical Joe pointed out that his work clearly aligns with the stated parameters of the category, which typically focus on âlyrical dexterity, flow, and deliveryââqualities he believes he consistently delivers.
When you look at the description of that category, itâs all about lyrical dexterity, flowâall of thatâand I always bring that to the table. So, like any nominee, I was hopeful
He admitted that this yearâs loss felt particularly disheartening due to the sheer amount of effort he put into his music, especially his renowned â5th Augustâ series.
This year, the disappointment hits differently because last yearâs â5th Augustâ track cost me a lotâemotionally, creatively, and even financially. Itâs not easy to shoot a 10-minute hip-hop video at such a high standard. So yes, being disappointed is only natural
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Lyrical Joe was up against top-tier talents including Eno Barony, Sarkodie, Okyeame Kwame, Flowking Stone, and Kweku Smoke. In the end, Kweku Smoke took home the coveted award.
Despite the setback, fans of Lyrical Joe continue to praise his lyrical strength and commitment to rap, hailing him as one of Ghanaâs finest modern-day wordsmiths.