Ghanaian Afrobeat singer and songwriter, Joel Ofori Bonsu, professionally known as Olivetheboy, has debunked claims his hit song “Goodsin” was composed to express his affection to Nigerian songstress, Ayra Starr.

The songwriter says his admiration for the “Sability” hitmaker inspired him to compose the song. According to Joel, he and his team were searching for inspiration to compose a song when they heard Ayra’s song being played in the studio. He was lampooned by his friends for his obsession with Ayra but was swift to respond he wouldn’t have any bad raunchy experience with her.

“We were at the studio trying to find inspirations, instrumental inspirations, and her (Ayra Starr) song popped out. The boys started teasing, I tried to counter and I said ‘Goodsin’ don’t worry it’s going to be a ‘Goodsin’,” he said.

Olivetheboy further recounted his journey into songwriting became a serious pursuit for him because of his ex-lover. He revealed that although his parents, who were composers, introduced him to songwriting, his true inspiration was ignited after his high school romance.

The crooner mentioned that the song he became known for on campus was entirely dedicated to his ex-girlfriend. He admitted that despite the heartache, she served as an unexpected muse, aiding in his artistic growth.

According to him, he felt torn because she made him face a tough choice between his music and academic pursuits. The young artist further added that he likes to “steal” from various cultures and languages when composing songs because his goal is to create a record with an international appeal.

“I like stealing from other places and languages because of the global record my team and I are trying to make. I copy a few things from people,” he said.