Ghanaian dancehall artist Shatta Wale has claimed on a TikTok live session on April 8, 2026, that he significantly shaped the lyrical delivery styles of prominent Ghanaian musicians, including Stonebwoy and Iwan. He asserted that his early freestyling approach as Bandana established a benchmark for dancehall performers in the country. Shatta Wale also attributed the lower streaming numbers of artists like Stonebwoy and Samini to their perceived weaker lyrical execution. These statements have ignited discussions among fans and industry peers regarding his impact on contemporary Ghanaian music.