Akan governance is traditionally dualistic, balancing male and female leadership:
: Represents the physical strength, judicial authority, and administrative leadership of the state.
: The royal funeral of the Kwaman Hene (King) and the Queen Mother. Genre : Highlife / Traditional Akan funeral dirge. It refers to the spiritual journey a deceased
It refers to the spiritual journey a deceased person takes from the physical world to Asamando (the ancestral world).
: You can view clips of the live performance and the track on YouTube via channels sharing the Saman Kwan Tribute and the Ntaasi Oheneba Ek Single . 🏛️ Cultural Significance of the Tribute By naming the tribute "Saman Kwan," the artist
The song was composed and performed by the Ghanaian artist (and his band) specifically for the funeral rites of the Kwaman traditional area's royal leaders.
By naming the tribute "Saman Kwan," the artist directly addresses the transition of the King and Queen Mother from living rulers to revered ancestors. 2. Honoring the Dual Authority By naming the tribute "Saman Kwan
In the Akan language (Twi), "Saman Kwan" translates directly to or "The Way of the Spirits."