Kelvyn Boy slams critics over smoking backlash, cites double standards

Ghanaian Afrobeats artiste Kelvyn Boy has fired back at critics who have questioned his smoking habit, insisting that the public should leave him alone to live his life.

Speaking on Okay FM’s flagship Ekwanso Dwoodwoo drive time show with Nana Romeo Welewele, the “Down Flat” hitmaker addressed what he described as hypocrisy and double standards in the entertainment industry.

In a strongly worded response, Kelvyn Boy argued that people are quick to judge Ghanaian artistes, yet turn a blind eye when Nigerian musicians display similar lifestyles in Ghana.

“We are here, and the Nigerians come here, do whatever they want, and go scot-free. The same people listen to their music and watch them do these things in their videos every day. But the moment we try to live a carefree life, everyone starts talking about our matter. I just watch and laugh,” he said.

He further defended his actions, arguing that some young men who judge him only smoke to impress women who are into smoking. He explained that many men don’t even smoke regularly but feel compelled to do so in certain social situations.

“And let’s be honest, some people do worse in private and still come out to judge others. Many of the boys don’t even smoke, but when they meet certain girls, they act like they do. They start smoking just to impress them or to get close to them. That’s the reality,” he concluded.