Ghanaian rapper Lyrical Joe has confidently stated that he has always known he is the fastest rapper in the country.
Speaking on Hitz FM on Tuesday, March 3, Lyrical Joe addressed ongoing social media debates about his rap speed and lyrical skills.
“The crazy thing about that is I’ve always known I was the fastest rapper in Ghana since before I started,” he said, highlighting that his personal confidence predates public recognition.
Despite his claim, Lyrical Joe stressed that he never wanted to be defined solely by speed.
“Rapping fast is just one branch outside of rapping. Rap is a whole tool. You have to know how to do storytelling, wordplay, rhyme schemes, metaphors; you should know how to rap. If you don’t know how to rap fast, it’s cool you can still be a rapper,” he explained.
The rapper also reflected on his past “diss” tracks, particularly a confrontation with a Cameroonian artist in which he referenced a tragic lake disaster in Cameroon. He admitted that in hindsight, that moment was excessive.
“It was go time… but later I regretted putting it out. It was crazy,” he said.
Through the interview, Lyrical Joe showcased a reflective side, demonstrating growth beyond competitive rap battles while remaining confident in his craft.
