‘The hatred is too much’ – Ras Kuuku explains why he won’t enter politics

Ghanaian reggae and dancehall musician Ras Kuuku has ruled out entering politics despite repeated calls from members of his community to represent them in Parliament.

The musician disclosed that the level of hatred, division and hostility associated with Ghanaian politics has discouraged him from pursuing a political career.

Speaking in an interview with Joy Prime on August 12, 2026, Ras Kuuku said he would rather remain in the music industry, where he believes he enjoys a more positive relationship with the public.

“No, I’ve not considered entering politics in Ghana because the hatred is too much. There’s so much hatred in politics,” he said.

According to Ras Kuuku, although disagreements and criticism are common in the music industry, musicians do not face the same level of hostility and public attacks that politicians experience.

“I’m already in the music industry, and I don’t really think there’s much hatred in it as compared to politics. Everybody loves me, but if you hate me, that’s your problem,” he stated.

He added that he has not experienced the kind of public insults that politicians routinely face, particularly on television and other public platforms.

“I don’t think anyone has sat on TV or anywhere to insult Ras Kuuku,” he said.

The musician also criticised the level of political division among Ghanaians, particularly among supporters of different political parties. He noted that political differences can become so intense that people remain divided even when they attend the same church.

“When they even go to church, the parties don’t want to be close to each other. They’re always divided and make it obvious. They also insult each other, forgetting that they’re in front of God,” he said.

Ras Kuuku revealed that people from his community have repeatedly approached him and encouraged him to contest a parliamentary seat, but he has consistently declined the requests.

“I’ve been asked by my people in the area to represent them in Parliament, but I always say no,” he stated.

Despite his decision to stay out of active politics, the musician said he understands the importance of citizens participating in Ghana’s democratic process.

He disclosed that he votes because he believes every citizen has a responsibility to help determine who governs the country.

“I do vote because if I don’t, someone else will vote, the winner will be elected, and I will be under that person,” he explained.

The musician also admitted that his views on voting have changed over time.

He revealed that he previously discouraged people from voting but now believes voting is necessary because it allows citizens to change leaders when they are dissatisfied with how the country is being governed.

“I used to say we don’t have to vote, but I’ve changed my mind. When someone is governing our country, and things are not going well, we help ourselves to replace that person, and we can only do that through voting,” he added.

Ras Kuuku’s comments underline his decision to remain in the entertainment industry while still exercising his civic responsibility as a voter. Although he has no plans to contest for political office, he believes citizens should actively participate in elections and use their votes to influence the leadership of the country.

Source: GhanaWeb