Kofi Kinaata sparks deep reflection in new song ‘It is finished’ 

• Posted on August 27, 2025August 27, 2025
• by Nana Kwesi Coomson
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Multiple award-winning Ghanaian musician, Kofi Kinaata, has once again demonstrated his unique ability to blend entertainment with deep social commentary in his latest single titled It Is Finished. The song, produced by OT Woode, offers a poignant reflection on the fleeting nature of life and the unanswered questions it often leaves behind.

In It Is Finished, the Takoradi-born artiste ponders how quickly life can change, lamenting that one can be alive and vibrant today but gone tomorrow. With his characteristic blend of wit and raw honesty, Kinaata questions whether life is truly worth all the struggles and uncertainties, further wondering what awaits humanity at the end of this earthly journey.

The Fante Rap God paints vivid imagery in his lyrics, at one point stating that he could get so drunk that nightclub security would have to escort him home, or cry so bitterly that onlookers might assume he is mourning a personal loss. These metaphors, though stark, serve as a window into the weight of his thoughts and the broader existential dilemmas that many silently grapple with.

Beyond the surface, It Is Finished is a wake-up call for listeners to pause and reflect. It challenges audiences not just to dance to the rhythm but to probe the deeper meaning of life, its brevity, and its unpredictability. The song reinforces Kinaata’s reputation as more than just a hitmaker—he is a storyteller, philosopher, and social commentator whose works resonate with the realities of everyday life.

Kofi Kinaata, known for classics such as Susuka, Things Fall Apart, and Behind the Scenes, has consistently distinguished himself as an artiste who speaks to the conscience of society. With It Is Finished, he continues that tradition, merging artistry with introspection in a way that connects deeply with the Ghanaian experience.

At a time when society is riddled with uncertainties and grief, the song is not only timely but also therapeutic. It provides listeners with space to reflect, heal, and find meaning amidst life’s complexities.