Sista Afia is no stranger to bold statements, and in her latest song, Krekete Soja, she makes one that is bound to spark conversation.
In an interview on Channel TV, she read the opening lines of the track, a declaration of strength and resilience:
“In a world where men are meant to lead for women to follow, in a society where women are limited to the kitchen only, I, Queen Solomon, the Yaa Asantewaa of our time, am here to change the norm. Because what a man can do, a woman can do better. I’m not just a follower; I’m a trailblazer. I’m not waiting for permission; I’m taking full control. It’s our time, our voice, our lead.”
When asked about the inspiration behind this powerful statement, she explained that it was a message of empowerment.
“I just wanted to send a statement out there for people to know that I am Queen Solomon for a reason. The power that God has invested in me is so huge that I can battle with a man.”
However, her words led to the inevitable question: does this make her a feminist? Without hesitation, she responded, “Well, yes, you can say that. I love my girls, so I stand up for them every time.”
The conversation then shifted to a common stereotype—that feminists don’t like men. Laughing, she quickly dismissed the notion.
“No, no, no! In my world, I respect men, and I give them the highest respect. Even in the Bible, a woman has to respect her husband. I’m not trying to compete with men, but I’m showing that if I find myself in a position where a man is supposed to work, I can fit in that position too.”
