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Lil Durk cosigns O’Kenneth and Xlimkid’s ‘Lonely Road’
American rapper Lil Durk recently showcased his appreciation for Ghanaian drill music by featuring Asakaa’s O’Kenneth and Xlimkid’s ‘Lonely Road’ as the background music in a throwback family photo on his Instagram Story.
This unexpected nod from Lil Durk has set off a social media frenzy in Ghana, with fans expressing pride in the Asakaa drill music movement.
Broooo Lil Durk posted Xlimkid and O’kenneth’s “LONELY ROAD” song!!
I told you guys to take Xlimkid serious because he’s the next big thing.
This is a huge win for Ghana. 🔥pic.twitter.com/fAPiBZqqTt
— Ghana Yesu (@GhanaYesu_) November 24, 2023
Lil Durk posts O’KENNETH’s record.
A collaboration soon? 🇬🇭 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/20Olde58jU
— I❤️RAP (@Rapgbee) November 24, 2023
The convergence of Lil Durk, a notable figure in the global hip-hop scene, with the sounds of Asakaa underscores the genre’s growing international appeal.
Ghanaians on Twitter (X) have seized the moment to celebrate Asakaa’s emergence as a global sound, emphasizing its ability to captivate the ears of top-tier international artists. Lil Durk’s endorsement not only recognizes the genre’s unique fusion of local and global influences but also solidifies Asakaa’s position as a dynamic force with a burgeoning global footprint.
‘Lonely Road’ is track 3 off O’Kenneth and Xlimkid’s recently released Pain In Glory EP.
