After making waves with hit songs like ‘Fantasy’, ‘Chan Chan Lady’ ‘Rain or Shine’, ‘My Muse’ ‘Confirm’ ‘Caro’ and his recent ‘BMF’ and ‘Rumors’ US-based celebrated Ghanaian music star, Styla Davinci is set to redefine his musical journey with a new album ‘Know thy self’.
According to him each song on this album is meant to evoke a certain emotion. The project is inspired by self-reflection and self-acceptance, “and I hope anyone who listens feels inspired to be true to themselves, no matter what.”
In the past, Styla Davinci focused on crafting tracks that he believed would resonate as hits. But with ‘Know Thy Self’, he has shifted his focus to creating deeply personal music. “Each track is connected to a memory, story, or emotion that inspired me to write it the way I did,” he shares. This introspective approach has allowed him to become more in tune with himself, both as an artist and as a person.
He emphasizes the importance of authenticity in his work, stating, “I made sure it was unapologetically me, fully embracing every aspect of who I am.” This commitment to self-expression is evident in the album’s sound and lyrics, which aim to inspire listeners to embrace their true selves.
The recording process for ‘Know Thy Self’ was a blend of comfort and creativity. Most of the tracks were laid down in his home, where he felt a sense of freedom and ease. “The process felt effortless and freeing—almost therapeutic,” he recalls. Yet, he faced challenges, particularly with perfectionism. “I tend to overthink when things don’t sound exactly how I imagine, but eventually, I learned to let go,” he explains. This newfound confidence in his work has resulted in what he believes is a solid body of music.
Each song on the album is crafted to evoke specific emotions, inspired by themes of self-reflection and acceptance. Styla hopes that listeners will feel a connection to the music and be encouraged to be true to themselves. “I hope anyone who listens feels inspired to be true to themselves, no matter what,” he expresses.
His versatility shines through as he blends genres, drawing influences from dancehall, Afrobeats, and hip-hop. “I’m inspired by a variety of sounds, but I’m naturally drawn to these genres,” he notes. This eclectic mix contributes to his unique sound, which he describes as distinctly his own.
With the album set to drop soon, Styla is excited about the future. He plans to host a live concert featuring all the songs and is considering launching merchandise that reflects his connection to fashion. “I want to share some of my ideas with the world,” he shares enthusiastically.
Styla is also committed to representing Ghana on a global scale. “We’ve always played a monumental role in the development of modern Afrobeats, and I want to solidify my name as someone who spoke his truth and resonated with people because of it,” he states. His ambition is to make a lasting impact on music while proudly showcasing his heritage.
Reflecting on his journey, Styla offers simple yet profound advice for young artists: “Just be yourself. That’s all you can be, and that’s more than enough.” This mantra encapsulates the essence of ‘Know Thy Self’—a celebration of individuality and authenticity in a world that often pressures conformity.
As he prepares to share this deeply personal work with the world, Styla stands poised to inspire others through his music, proving that true artistry lies in embracing one’s authentic self.
About Styla Davinci
Styla Davinci formerlyTecknikal, was born in Kumasi on September 16, 1997. He was raised with his two brothers by his grandparents in Famesua in the Ashanti Region, after his parents; Freda Osei Bonsu and Kwame Owusu Ansah divorced.
He and his brothers were with their grandparents for 15 years, until 2013 when he travelled with his brother to live with their mother in the USA.
He attended kindergarten at the Schooling Stars Academy completed preparatory school at M. A. Bediako Adventist Preparatory School and JHS at Adventist Junior High School in Amakom, all in the Ashanti region of Ghana.
He had his second cycled education at the Kumasi Anglican Senior High School from SHS 1 to the second term of SHS 2. He continued his high school education at the Westerville South High School, Columbus, Ohio, and graduated in 2016.
He went to Columbus State College for a semester, he said: “This time I was also working on my music so eventually, I took a break from college to focus on music full time.” Tecknikal technically started his music journey in 2016, where he dropped the ‘Styla season’ Album, the ‘guapanese’ mixtape, an EP dubbed ‘Dedication’ and a good amount of singles, “which are all available on most streaming platforms under my stage name Tecknikal. It’s safe to say I have over 30 songs out online. I have worked with numerous producers but noticeably Oge Beats and DCQ beats.”
He belongs to the group that supports 100% authentic music, especially to the class that is not limited by music genres, he can be called a multi-genre artiste because of he likes to experiment a lot and is always ready to showcase his versatility on different sounds.
The young artiste aspires to be the one to change the phase of Afrobeat worldwide. He takes inspiration from legends such as Sarkodie, R2bees, Shatta Wale, Stonebwoy, and more. “I would want to continue their good work and put a magnifying glass on the map of Ghana for the whole world to see how exceptional and influential we are to modern music, especially afrobeat. Before I decided to pick up the pen to write music I remember one of my biggest inspirations being Sarkodie. I admired how he made being a rapper look like the coolest job on earth. From the way, he shot his videos to how he dressed. It made me want to be like him. R2bees were also part of my early inspiration to pursue music. Both Mugeez and Paedae (Omar Sterling) had and still do have my respect for how they could give us a mixture of melodious songs and hard-hitting punchlines. Kanye West is also someone who inspires me a lot. From his life to his music to how he runs his business. I relate to him in the sense that he was constantly underestimated by people and somehow he always pulls through. I think he has one of the most inspiring stories in music history.”
Styla Davinci was the first artist to be signed to Extrial Music, a sister label to R2bees which has been run by Mugeez of R2bees since December 2019 and has his first song under the label dubbed ‘Fantasy’. The song is available on all streaming platforms with the official music video on YouTube.
His social media handles are Instagram: @styladavinci Twitter: @styladavinci, Facebook: @styladavinci
