The famous Cameroonian musician artist, Petit Pays, gave an interview to Infos TV this Friday, in which he expresses frank opinions on the cultural and artistic situation in Cameroon. With strong and unfiltered words, Petit Pays shared his thoughts on the need for a national language in the country, as well as on the hypocrisy of Cameroonians.
“Being born in a country like Cameroon is a problem,” said the “Turbo d’Afrique”, highlighting the challenges faced by local artists in a country where music seems to be relegated to the background. The 54-year-old artist expressed his frustration with the lack of appreciation for culture and art, regretting that he is not as well recognized in his own country as some of his peers abroad.
Furthermore, Petit Pays highlighted the urgent need for a national language in Cameroon, arguing that the absence of it hinders the artistic and cultural development of the country. He deplored the delay taken by Cameroon compared to other nations which have been able to promote their linguistic and artistic heritage.
“We are not in a country of music, we are in a country where sport is privileged. I think that with me, things will change because today we understand that there have been too many bluffs in certain points”, he added, recalling his commitment to moving the lines and restoring the nobility of Cameroonian music.
Petit Pays finally launched a call for unity and recognition of the cultural wealth of Cameroon.
Raba Rabi’s frank and committed words resonate as an invitation to support and promote local artists, in order to build together a Cameroon where music and culture occupy their rightful place.
