Ghana has, for ages, been noted for its traditional music – from drumming to the fusion of African and Western rhythms, one genre of music that has stood tall over time was highlife.
In the 20th century, King Bruce was touted as a composer and arranger of black beats.
He was referred to by many as the pillar of Ghanaian music scene especially after he composed a song to welcome the arrival of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip in 1959.
On Thursday, November 12, 1959, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip visited Ghana for the first time since Ghana gained independence through the first President of the Republic, Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah in 1957.
The song composed by King Bruce described how all 5 million Ghanaians were enthused and ready for the coming of the Queen and Prince of England.
It also depicted the love and affection Ghanaians had for Queen Elizabeth II.
However, Queen Elizabeth II died on Thursday, September 8, 2022, at Balmoral at the age of 96.
