Ghanaian singer and songwriter Moliy has reaffirmed her decision to remain an independent artiste, citing creative freedom, authenticity, and trust as key reasons for avoiding the traditional record label route.

In a recent interview with Revolt T, the “Shake It to the Max” star revealed that staying label-free was never an accident—it was intentional from the start.

“Yeah. I’ve always been kind of hesitant to be a label artist because I’ve just heard so many stories. I always feel like the people I work with, I want to trust them.

I want it to feel organic. I don’t just wanna be a name on a list. Music is very personal to me,” she shared.

Moliy, who has earned international recognition as an independent act, emphasized the importance of creative control in her journey:

“The most freeing part is just getting to do what I want creatively without someone telling me what to do. I don’t like being told what to do. Also, if you’re not pushing yourself, if you’re not putting your foot on the gas, no one is gonna do it for you. That’s what I love the most.”

However, the path hasn’t always been smooth. Moliy recalled the struggles of music distribution without label support, especially in 2024 when she went an entire year without releasing music.
“I realized at some point, I was actively seeking [distribution]. I hadn’t released music for a whole year in 2024, and me and my manager were trying to get a [distribution deal] so I could put out music.

The conversations were sounding positive, but nothing was actually happening. I remember thinking, “Well, fk it, I still wanna move. I don’t wanna be stagnant,”**” she said candidly.


Despite the hurdles, Moliy’s bold stance has become a beacon for rising African artists eager to pursue authenticity over industry norms. While she remains open to the idea of a future partnership, she insists that any deal must be grounded in genuine collaboration and mutual respect.

Her story is one of resilience, vision, and self-determination, making her one of the most compelling independent voices to emerge from Ghana’s music scene in recent years.