By: Kenneth Appiah Bani
Ghanaian rapper and singer Black Sherif has revealed that he would rather turn to writing poems and books than rely on artificial intelligence (AI) to make music if he were to lose his voice.
The award-winning musician made the statement while reflecting on his relationship with music and the possibility of being unable to continue performing or recording songs with his voice.
According to Black Sherif, if such a situation were to occur, he would prefer to express himself through writing rather than use AI technology to create music in his place.
His position highlights the importance he places on personal creativity and the different ways artists can communicate their thoughts, emotions and experiences beyond music.
Black Sherif, born Mohammed Ismail Sherif, has established himself as one of Ghana’s prominent contemporary musicians, earning recognition for his distinctive vocal delivery, emotional lyrics and ability to tell personal stories through his songs.
His music often explores themes of struggle, ambition, survival and the realities of everyday life, connecting with listeners in Ghana and beyond.
The rapper’s comments also come at a time when artificial intelligence is increasingly influencing the global music industry. AI-powered tools can now generate songs, imitate vocal styles and assist musicians with songwriting and music production.
While some industry players view the technology as an opportunity to expand creative possibilities, others have raised concerns about originality, artistic identity and the role of human expression in music.
Black Sherif’s preference for writing poems and books suggests that he sees written literature as another meaningful way to preserve and communicate his creativity if he could no longer sing.
Rather than depend on technology to reproduce his musical abilities, the rapper indicated that he would choose a different creative path that would allow him to continue expressing himself through words.
His remarks add to the growing conversation about the relationship between human creativity and artificial intelligence, particularly as musicians and other creative professionals consider how emerging technologies could shape their work.
For Black Sherif, the possibility of losing his voice would not necessarily mean the end of his creative journey. Instead, he would consider poetry and books as alternative ways to tell stories and connect with audiences.
