Daddy Lumba Greatest of All Time: Ras Kuuku Declares Late Highlife Legend Ghana’s GOAT

Daddy Lumba Greatest of All Time has once again become a major topic of discussion after Ghanaian reggae musician Ras Kuuku declared that the late Highlife icon remains the greatest musician the country has ever produced.

Speaking during an interview on Hitz FM on July 27, 2026, Ras Kuuku paid glowing tribute to the legendary singer, insisting that Daddy Lumba’s remarkable catalogue of timeless music, influence on generations of musicians, and enduring legacy place him above every other Ghanaian artiste.

According to the reggae musician, anyone who disputes Daddy Lumba’s greatness simply does not understand music.

“Daddy Lumba is the greatest of all time. The GOAT of Ghana music, no doubt about that. Anyone who argues otherwise doesn’t know what he or she is talking about. To me, and those who love and understand music, we all know Daddy Lumba is the GOAT.”

Ras Kuuku explained that Daddy Lumba achieved extraordinary success during an era when musicians did not have access to artificial intelligence or today’s advanced music production technologies.

He said the legendary Highlife musician consistently released one hit after another purely through his creativity, songwriting ability and exceptional musical talent.

According to him, Daddy Lumba became a source of inspiration not only for musicians but also for countless Ghanaians living abroad in countries including Germany, Italy and France, who proudly identified with his music.

“Way back when we had no AI and no technology to help musicians create their music, Daddy was there. He made sure that he gave us back-to-back hits. He was the main pillar, the inspirational pillar behind our fathers, mothers, uncles, sisters and nieces who were up there in Germany, Italy, France and other places. They looked up to him because of his music.”

Ras Kuuku noted that Daddy Lumba’s songs have stood the test of time because they continue to resonate with listeners decades after they were released.

He cited classics such as “Meye Aka Akwantuo,” “Sika,” “Me Mpaebo,” and “Ankwanoma” as examples of songs that continue to influence both old and new generations of music lovers.

Beyond entertainment, Ras Kuuku said Daddy Lumba’s music has contributed significantly to the livelihoods of many Ghanaians.

He explained that pubs, drinking spots and entertainment centres across the country continue to rely on Daddy Lumba’s music to attract customers, making his catalogue an important part of Ghana’s nightlife and hospitality industry.

“He has shown so many people the way. It’s just that people are ungrateful. He has helped so many people. He has fed them and given Ghana music life. The reason is that when you go to drinking spots in Ghana and see the number of times they play Daddy’s songs, you realise that people make money from his music.”

Ras Kuuku also shared a personal story about his relationship with the music icon.

Although he had admired Daddy Lumba throughout his career, he revealed that he never met him personally until he was invited to perform at the Highlife legend’s 60th birthday celebration in September 2024.

The reggae musician described the performance as one of the proudest moments of his career, recalling that Daddy Lumba stood up three different times during his performance to salute him.

“I have never met him in my personal life, face-to-face like this. On his 60th birthday, I was invited to perform, and they chose me as one of the best performers on that night. I remember when I was performing, he got up three times and saluted me.”

Daddy Lumba, born Charles Kwadwo Fosu, passed away on July 26, 2025, at The Bank Hospital in Accra after a short illness. He was laid to rest on December 13, 2025, leaving behind an extraordinary musical legacy that continues to shape Ghana’s Highlife industry and inspire generations of artistes.