A painful story about the fortunes of Ghanaian musician Barosky has surfaced online, with fresh footage showing the once-recognised artiste in difficult circumstances on the streets of Manchester in the United Kingdom.
The footage, shared by broadcaster Nana Romeo Welewele on August 23, 2026, shows Barosky seated outdoors in what appears to be a makeshift sleeping area while speaking with Nana Romeo. The post describes the situation as a fall from Ghanaian stardom to homelessness in Manchester.
Barosky is not an unfamiliar name to followers of Ghana’s music history. He was active in the Ghanaian music scene during the 2000s and became associated with the ragga and dancehall movement. His career included collaborations with some of the country’s recognised musicians.
Among his notable musical appearances was Ofori Amponsah’s hit song Otoolege, which featured Barosky alongside K.K. Fosu and Kofi Nti. The song became one of the defining Ghanaian hits of its era and helped cement Barosky’s place in the country’s music history.
In 2007, MyJoyOnline reported on Barosky’s departure from 4Reez Entertainment after disagreements surrounding the release and promotion of his music. At the time, he was described as a raga/dancehall artiste whose songs were receiving significant airplay.
Years later, the newly circulated footage presents a starkly different picture. The contrast between Barosky’s earlier visibility in Ghana’s entertainment industry and his apparent current circumstances in Manchester has triggered concern and emotional reactions from social media users.
The circumstances that led to his current situation have not been fully established from the footage alone. GhanaMedia.net therefore cannot independently confirm every detail surrounding his personal, financial or housing circumstances.
What is clear, however, is that the images have reopened conversations about the vulnerability of entertainers after periods of fame and the importance of support systems for artists whose circumstances may change dramatically over time.
Barosky’s story is also a reminder of how quickly public visibility can fade, while the struggles behind a former star’s life may remain largely unseen.
GhanaMedia.net will continue to follow the story as more verified information becomes available.
