Safo Newman To Release New Christmas Song, Drops Snippet as Fans React: "Santa Akokoa"

Safo Newman To Release New Christmas Song, Drops Snippet as Fans React: "Santa Akokoa"

  • Ghanaian musician Safo Newman is set to release a new song in celebration of Christmas on December 12, 2024
  • A snippet of the song has already significant traction on social media as fans share their admiration for the artist
  • YEN.com.gh spoke to entertainment analyst Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh about Safo Newman's rising stock this year

Ghanaian singer Safo Newman is set to release a new song, capping an illustrious year for the viral sensation.

Safo Newman, Ghana, Kumasi, Sarkodie, Shatta Wale, Safo Newman's hair
Fans are thrilled about Safo Newman's upcoming release in celebration of Christmas 2024. Source: NSolomonFair
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The artist became an instant favourite among many fans after his Akokoa track went viral, earning him endorsements from top stars, including Sarkodie.

Safo Newman's forthcoming track is a Christmas song that follows an account of the musician's year in review.

A snippet of the song shared on social media has gained significant traction from fans. Speaking about Safo Newman's song, entertainment analyst Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh told YEN.com.gh:

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"Safo Newman has had a breakthrough year in 2024. In a year he has gone from a struggling artiste to one of the most recognised names in Ghanaian music. He continues his unique musical method with his Christmas song in a truly Safo Newman way. It has got social media talking, a feat he has achieved effortlessly after his viral moment."

Fans react to Safo Newman's song

YEN.com.gh has gathered a few comments from fans in reaction to Safo Newman's forthcoming Christmas song.

@JeSuisDAMN said:

"Compliments of the season, dear! 🙏🏾"

@theman_effect wrote:

"This guy is really talented oo. He’ll be big."

@LeroyChester7 remarked:

"Newman, your last hit was sang in a local language. Why don’t you strengthen your self in that genre? You can also blend the languages wai. We no dey see you well oo 😎."

@nhana_qhojo shared:

"Haters will hate u but trust me u’r lyrically good just that music is not really ur thing so just be a songwriter."

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@iammahrez added:

"I think this guy will be better off being a song writer than actually singing . His lyrics makes alot of sense however his aura is a bit off . I really enjoy his music."

Safo Newman bashes detractors

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Safo Newman said he was told to take substances to boost his stagecraft.

The artist has had to endure several criticisms about his reserved demeanour since he joined the music scene.

Safo Newman argued that he was proud of himself and would ignore the advice despite the constant criticism.

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Peter Ansah (Entertainment Editor) Ansah Peter is an entertainment editor who joined YEN.com.gh in September 2023. He studied Development Planning at KNUST, graduating in 2018. His professional career in entertainment journalism dates eight years back as a showbiz and arts blogger for the now-defunct motionhypegh.net, continuing to Muse Media Networks, acting as the editorial manager for the network's flagship multimedia platforms. He has also managed several PR roles with top clients, including Morgan Heritage. In 2024, Peter completed Google News Initiative courses in Advanced Digital Reporting and Fighting Misinformation