Frenna’s ‘‘bloOdLine’’ Honours Ghana, God & His Most Personal Chapter Yet

In any crowd Frenna steps into, there’s no mistaking his star power. Whether he’s owning the stage with effortless swagger or letting the beat drop to let fans scream his lyrics back at him, you can tell he’s not just a hit maker — he’s beloved.

That kind of love isn’t built on hype alone; it’s the product of a deep connection with his audience, one that’s been shaped by music, culture, and an unapologetic sense of identity.

Born Francis Edusei, the Dutch-Ghanaian artist has been building something greater than just a career: a legacy rooted in heritage, excellence, and impact. From his early days with the rap group SFB to sold-out solo shows, global collaborations, and the launch of 7Fest—an annual lifestyle and music festival in the Netherlands that celebrates creativity, diversity, and various music genres—Frenna has evolved into a global voice that has not forgotten its origins and with his new album titled “bloOdLine”, it’s clear he’s ready to tell an even deeper story. One that does not doesn’t just reflect his sonic evolution, but embodies everything he carries within: his spirituality, his family, and the cultural thread that connects Ghana to the world.

Even the cover art makes a statement. Graffiti layered with the unmistakable Gye Nyame symbol, a nod to divine sovereignty and Ghanaian pride, the album, "bloOdLine” promises to be a manifesto of identity, growth, and gratitude.

Before the album’s release, we caught up with Frenna to talk through what it all means to him personally, creatively, and spiritually:

Let’s start with your album, bloOdLine — what does that title reflect about who you are, not just as an artist but as a person?

That I’m very conscious about my background, my African roots, my heritage. It’s very important for me to honor those roots, but also to connect them with the Western world we live in. We can learn from each other and empower one another.

Why was it important to feature the Gye Nyame symbol on this album cover? What does its meaning say about where you’re at personally?

It has to do with God; it means “thanks to God”—nothing is possible without Him. It’s the most well-known symbol in Ghana. It says a lot about where I come from. I had the album cover done with graffiti, which is a distinctly Western thing. That’s why the symbol seeps through; it’s the Western side, and that’s how I bring those two worlds together.

What emotions or truths did you tap into while creating bloOdLine that maybe you hadn’t explored before?

This is the first time I’ve really taken my time creating my album. It feels like my first real album, because I’ve adopted a completely different approach. I’ve been working towards this for a long time and created this project with a very strong team.

You sampled Kokoveli on your single, “Zaazaa,” and featured Stonebwoy on the album’s title track. How intentional are you about honoUring Ghanaian music history in your work?

Like I mentioned before, it’s important for me to honor my Ghanaian roots and African heritage, and what better way to do that than to really honor Ghanaian music? It would be wild if I didn’t include other African artists and influences in my work. Saying it is one thing, but doing it is what really matters. Both Stonebwoy and Kokoveli have inspired me in my music, so it feels great to be able to include them in this project.

When you’re not in artist mode, who is Frenna and what grounds you outside of music?

When I’m not working, I’m just Francis. What really grounds me the most is my faith and my family, especially my daughter Nairobi. I’m very family-oriented, and I spend as much time with them as I can.

From group work with SFB to solo success and launching 7Fest — how have you personally grown through each of those stages?

Transitioning from SFB to a solo career was quite a difficult phase. It was emotional; you start in a group and then suddenly you’re kind of on your own. You deal with a different kind of pressure and a lot of opinions. Not everyone agreed from the start. That was the hardest phase and a real challenge, but I learned from it. It’s important to listen to your own gut, even though that’s not always easy. Once I got through that period, things went more easily, and it was smooth sailing.

What does fashion or visual identity mean to you as part of your artistry?

Music and fashion go hand in hand. I see them as a single, integral part of me. Both are part of the story I want to tell. It’s a necessity, everything just must be right. Music and fashion are creative outlets, art forms. An extension of my creativity and a way to differentiate myself.

Looking back, what’s one decision you made early in your career that you now realize was pivotal to everything you’ve built?

Going solo in my career and launching 7Fest.

What kind of impact do you want bloOdLine to have — not just on listeners, but on how people see you creatively?

I want people to know and see that I’m heavily involved with my culture, and I want to encourage them to do the same thing with theirs. It’s important that we know and understand where we all come from.

You’ve collaborated with huge names. But who’s on your dream list — someone you’ve never worked with but would love to build something with?

Wizkid.

What does the next chapter of Frenna’s life look like? Creatively, personally… spiritually?

I can’t really say anything about that yet… I’ll let life take its course, everything will happen as it should, and I fully trust in God’s plan.

‘‘bloOdLine’’ is out now on all streaming platforms