Sarkodie and Kweku Flick pair up for ‘ODO PA’

A veteran of African rap, Sarkodie, has teamed up with the highlife-infused rapper Kweku Flick for the soulful new single ODO PA. The track is a beautiful homage to classic Ghanaian Highlife, reimagined through the lens of modern Hiplife and drill-fusion. The title, which translates to “Good Love” or “True Love,” perfectly describes the song’s focus on deep romantic devotion and the celebration of a partner.

Kweku Flick provides the melodic soul of the track, his unique vocal texture, often compared to the legendary King Sunny Ade or a more modern Kwesi Arthur, bringing a traditional warmth to the project. Sarkodie complements this with his trademark precision, delivering a poetic and rhythmic verse. He trades his usual high-speed alpha rap for a more conversational, storytelling approach that suits the romantic theme of the song perfectly.

The production is a highlight, featuring lush live guitars, bright horns, and a steady percussion that invites the listener to two-step. It’s a track that bridges the generational gap in Ghanaian music, showing how the roots of Highlife can be seamlessly integrated into the current rap scene. The chemistry between the veteran Sarkodie and the rising Kweku Flick is effortless, proving that the veteran rapper is always looking to elevate the next generation of Ghanaian talent.

ODO PA is already becoming a staple on playlists and the radio airwaves. It is a feel-good record that prioritizes musicality and emotion over club-readiness, though its rhythm is infectious. For Sarkodie, it’s another addition to his peerless discography, while for Kweku Flick, it’s a career-defining moment that solidifies his place as a primary custodian of the modern Ghanaian sound.

Listen to ODO PA here.