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Ghanaian rap legend Sarkodie (Michael Owusu Addo) treated fans to a deeply personal moment on Friday evening (February 20, 2026), sharing a raw, nearly one-minute freestyle video that peeled back layers of his journey—from financial struggles and heartbreak to finding love and stability with his wife, Tracy Owusu-Addo (SarkCess).
In the candid clip, Sarkodie reflects on tougher times with unflinching honesty: lines like “I was broken hearted till I met you“ hit hard, turning what could have been a casual freestyle into an intimate tribute to Tracy, who has been his rock since their private wedding in 2018. The freestyle weaves personal vulnerability with the signature Sark flow—sharp, introspective, and real, reminding everyone why he’s called the Landlord of Ghana rap.
Production & Clever Samples That Fans Caught Immediately
The beat, handled by producer MOGBeatz, adds extra layers fans are buzzing about. Sharp-eared SarkNation spotted clever flips and nods to classics: elements echoing Phil Collins vibes mixed with 50 Cent-era energy, giving the freestyle that nostalgic yet fresh bounce. It’s not a full studio track (yet), but the production quality screams potential single material.
Sarkodie keeps it unfiltered smoking on camera while delivering bars which sparked mixed reactions: some fans loved the raw authenticity, while others gently urged him to reconsider for health reasons or family image.
Fan Reactions: Love, Prayers, and “Don’t Retire” Pleas
SarkNation flooded the replies and quotes with overwhelming support:
- Heart emojis and “This is real love” comments poured in for the Tracy shoutout.
- Many begged the multiple-award-winning rapper not to retire anytime soon, with lines like “We still need more from the GOAT” trending in replies.
- Calls for a full track version were loud—”Please drop this as a song!” was a common plea.
The freestyle has quickly racked up strong engagement across platforms, proving Sarkodie’s ability to connect on a human level even in short-form content.
Why This Moment Matters
In an era where artists often keep personal lives polished, Sarkodie’s willingness to share vulnerability—especially crediting Tracy for turning his life around—feels refreshing. It’s a reminder of his evolution from the hungry upstart in Tema to family man and industry pillar, all while staying lyrically lethal.
No official word yet on whether this evolves into a full song or album cut, but if the fan demand is any indication, expect pressure for it to hit DSPs soon.
Few questions for wifey pic.twitter.com/Jzjguapswi
— Sarkodie (@sarkodie) February 20, 2026
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source: kaknews.com
