MEET MY GHANAIAN DAD | Why He Moved To The UK, Deportation, Having Mixed Race Kids and more

[@yasminjamaal]

“If you grew up and wanted to be a carpenter, fine...” ❤️🙌🏽Shout out to all the supportive parents out there.

[@patrickamedzro8439]

T trees

[@paulkwarteng5118]

I am your no 1 fun. For promoting Ghana. Vannisa you and Maya I cherish you guys much. KEEP DOING WHAT YOU DO.

[@Delboy0]

I am watching this video and her dad is from the same area as my dad and looks and sounds identical to my dad this is trippy lol

[@VanessaKanbi]

WATCH PART 2 HERE - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXacc2hulN-Uh7M

[@brentgoff1388]

I also love osibisa ,when u were a baby,ur mother told me not to play with fire aah eeeh.

[@buzejnr]

Greatest Respect to You and Your Dad. 😊

[@tvs9978]

Absolutely, part 2 pleaaase 🍒🍒🍒🤩

[@OnaopsyPopsy]

Please do a Part 2 with your dad

[@bevz90]

Yes! It would be interesting if you went to Kumasi with your Dad and showed us Behenase.

[@nanabadu7079]

We want your Scottish mum next

[@stevenspikip5084]

agree

[@christophemuhigira4679]

Old brother, I am from Rwanda in Canada, an economist by education but an elementary teacher in Canada...since 1993...what a wasted life!...now I am planning to go to retire back to Rwanda...and I will...I wish one day to save even one single African young man from leaving greener pasture of Africa...I failed...respect for you old bro!

[@codjoeify]

Pops is cool. He lets things be unlike a lot of these African parents competing amongst themselves to see who can raise the best lawyers, engineers and doctors. Love his vibe. Let the kid be the best goat hearder as long as he's happy. Be you.

[@pokopon1236]

Mohammed Codjoe Like．

[@nykwarti]

Or African parents trying to raise the best Children who cannot speak their native tongue.

[@ritaokigbo1297]

@Mohammed Codjoe your right as he is the type of African parent that one needs. Allow you to do chose the career you want. Not stuck in you must be a doctor, lawyer, engineer or accountant. Good on him see the relationship he has with his daughter.

[@seidualisampare3373]

is that ANGOLA ?

[@ambassmindiedi8911]

Mohammed codjoe, you are absolutely right ,I am from DRC and I have seen some of my people do it, throw a party, have arguments because their kids have finished uni only for some of them to end up doing what they did not go to school for, for me I let my kids choose their own path with a little bit of advice from me , as long as they are happy in what they are doing that is fine by me

[@melrussell8736]

How sweet. Beautiful hearing from people who have moved countries and their life history. Ghanians are beautiful people.

[@richardserkyere9713]

Of course we are

[@more_money5583]

Your dad seem like a very chill person!

[@DebraSMILELaDyJohnson]

Your Dad is amazing, honest and laid back followed his dreams and passed it on, I gave up everything in USA 🇺🇸 2018 To Start over in Ghana 🇬🇭 ❤️ at 65 yrs, FREEDOM , Volta Region Ho , feel at home at last , this show was such a JOY!

[@Crob100]

You are so inspirational.....good for you!

[@alhadifarjalla]

@@Crob100 hey

[@vaughncunningham2291]

Monique Hines sister if you never felt at home in America what makes you think you’re going to feel at home in Europe the same problems that you face here you are going to face in Europe you have to remember anywhere that there are white people you are going to have racism Africa is your home it’s the only place for you !!!!!!

[@johnlembo2955]

@Monique Hines relocating to Europe is like escaping smoke only finding yourself onto fire . Visit here in Tanzania, maybe you'll love to make it your home , its heaven on earth here!

[@sheenaturner5633]

Debra I have so many questions. How can i contact You

[@amaafriyie2126]

Your dad is awesome Vanessa. Very intelligent man and has raised wonderful children. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@ibexy]

No need for him to explain too much. We can see one of his achievements sitting right next to him!

[@olawi100]

He speaks from the heart. He also has a very mature and pragmatic perspective. Thanks for sharing this with us 🙏🏽

[@anthonywahome20]

Just loving the background terrain

[@SammyJ96]

Me too!

[@nanabadu7079]

Same here bro,

[@flourishingme7208]

She is a good content designer or the person she hires is creative

[@hosealong3930]

Your dad seems like a pretty cool dude. 😎 Enjoyed the interview.

[@frankygee3752]

Thank you for sharing this conversation with your father 👍🏾 My mother is like you half black half white, my father from Ghana but same as you he didn't teach us our original language And I really can't understand this position or attitude since language it's an important part of the culture

[@adupako1057]

Try and let your dad tell you about your background in Ghana and you will figure the spirit in you. One day you will force your self to come without thinking about anything.

[@noisycomment1990]

My guess: you're a biracial child (possibly in a predominantly white community). So you're already different. In their view, probably easiest for you to just "fit in" best you can by picking one lane and staying in it.

[@frankygee3752]

@@noisycomment1990 what? Me biracial? Means my mother white my father black! I guess you didn't read..so I suggest to better to do so! I'm not biracial..almost regret it for posting! And believe me it..doesn't matter shit where I live..my heart and thinking is pure black and always has been..so don't give me advice about what I am or else... telling me picking lanes..who tf are you to open your mouth on me like that?! Leave it!

[@BearingMySeoul]

​@@noisycomment1990 This is a mistake a lot of people who've never lived as minorities make. They don't realize that their kids will ABSOLUTELY pick up the majority language and culture because that's where they spend most of the day but they'll completely lose their native culture/language if it isn't emphasized every time there's an opportunity. :/

[@nanaopp852]

@@frankygee3752 h

[@4EverHome]

Osibisa music is bringing memories. Excellent Interview!

[@SonofthewindsInc]

Bless him. Has a lovely Daughter!

[@rednaxelaguitar]

Thanks for this interview! One love from a Jamaican brother who looks to Ghana as the original homeland.

[@denzelgoviral]

i just meet your dad in edinburgh ahah he recommended us to watch your video!

[@VanessaKanbi]

😫😫😫 Door to Door marketing lol.

[@denzelgoviral]

Vanessa Kanbi hahah he’s so cool 👏🏾 bless you

[@AnnaAcheampong]

Hahahhah thats the same awnser my dad would give. I didnt want to confuse you 😩. Great interview tho your dad seems very nice 🥰

[@nanakforever7]

I’d love to watch an interview with your dad as well @The Acheampaong Family❤️❤️❤️

[@pokopon1236]

The Acheampong Family Like．

[@thyeocroft205]

Hi Aceampongs

[@nykwarti]

We are so ignorant with that confuse you. They love everything Western and hate everything African.

[@raiethefantibae]

Jemima Ansah yh we know that now but this wasn’t common knowledge back in the day when our parents came over here

[@4pancello]

Makossa is a type of music in Cameroon!! My heritage... How beautiful ❤

[@driziiD]

Makossa reached me in Nigeria too, we danced to Makossa instead of teletubies!

[@goodtobecaring4035]

You did the best thing in interviewing your dad. What a lovely man.

[@yeamaneal5652]

Oh Wow! Such a wonderful blessing to have your dad. He is super cool. My late father also migrated from Sierra Leone (by way of Liberia) and became a nurse in America.

[@pokopon1236]

Yeama Neal Like．

[@hamsummer964]

Dad is all about “going with the flow of life”.😅😅

[@re-newed5312]

The older some people get and experience life, their mindset becomes more free. My grandparents are prime examples.

[@dedeola4641]

Quite a nice father, living his life and allowing his children lead good lives.

[@KOBENGDARKO]

You have a good father.

[@Kamadev888]

So are you!

[@macosbyanthony896]

I love this your dad's words "A good person is a good person"

[@LLL3712]

I totally agree with him.

[@tatjanatramontana2520]

" A good person is a good person." 💙

[@collinsamount519]

I felt that

[@anthonyacquah8340]

It is not easy being mixed race but it is you the individual who decides your cultural belonging taking account of all your experiences. There is good and bad in both cultures but I have found that the African side of my culture are more accepting of me than the white.

[@brilarouch8969]

Only a true musician could be that progressively cool , intelligent and obviously a functional father. Wonderful interview.

[@goodtobecaring4035]

Very intellectual and intelligent man

[@kaybee3757]

Interesting discussion. Thanks for sharing. We hope to see you and mom too. 😙

[@VanessaKanbi]

She's not really one for the camera... my dad however is haha.

[@SKYBELLE]

Wow we get to see Mr Kanbi, such insight and wisdom to gleen

[@aussies_are_white0057]

Is He her real dad?

[@akusabiiga]

Very good interview and we will like to see a part two talking about your other siblings and how he met your mom.

[@tvs9978]

"A good person is a good person..... It doesn't matter if they're black, blue, yellow or green". 🖤💙💛💚 Such an important message. I've watched this 3 times already Vanessa. Thanks 😊

[@shawnm5692]

Yes it doesn't matter but understand that mixing people leads a civilization to war.

[@tvs9978]

@@shawnm5692 only when there are small minded people like Hitler in the mix

[@shawnm5692]

@@tvs9978 with that mentality expect to continue having the same issues over and over again

[@tvs9978]

@@shawnm5692 oh you mean that little Hitlers with your mindset will keep popping up? Sure, there are bigots and misguided people in every generation, but goodness and common sense will eventually prevail and the cowards eventually meet their demise so no worries

[@shawnm5692]

@@tvs9978 You can be vague and delusional all you want but there are people that don't want your bad decisions to effect them. Are you going to force everyone to suffer?

[@johnl6838]

It’s so obvious how close you and your dad are. That’s a blessing.

[@Richdollabill]

WHAT! She doesn't look like she really knew him well. But if she is learning him now, it is well.

[@thandisilec835]

Richdollabill same also thought it looks like she admires him a lot but not overly familiar with him. Seems a bit distanced

[@pamelajackson6937]

Vanessa, you have been blessed with an amazing dad! To embrace the world at such a young age is truly outstanding. His creative spirit is beautiful to listen to. Thank you again Vanessa for sharing your dad journey!!!!!🇬🇭🌍🇬🇭

[@doreenayi3751]

This man reminds me of a more softer spoken version of my dad loved it Vanessa, would love to see you interview your mum just to get the female perspective of marrying a black man from Gana embracing Gana as much as she must have for you and your sister to Love it as much as you do. Keep up the good work!

[@paulaoyedele2081]

What a beautiful outlook on love. And he did not have any negative experiences. That is something we need to hear, especially now with such racial tensions worldwide.

[@Marie0575]

Nice to finally meet your dad, he seems like a pretty cool guy. He did good by you and your sister.

[@pokopon1236]

livelove &laugh Like．

[@Marie0575]

@@pokopon1236 I cant evidently say he is a cool guy the fact that I've never met him in person. You do know it's not a wrong thing to say about someone? Do I need to explain really? Pokopon123, have a blessed day.

[@mpakempake3235]

I love the chemistry.Communication is key to father-daughther/son relationship.Great Job

[@fuzzbuzz6859]

This was brilliant, my dad also came over from Ghana and trained to be a nurse but a psychiatric nurse. Love your dad’s outlook on life, he’s awesome and really interesting 🤗

[@nevisscot7697]

A wise man. Embraces life not colour..not a victim.

[@teemadarif8243]

@darrell1903 racism and colorism is no good for humanity . why are you on the platform of a person of mixed Ethnicity ?

[@BabaOsei]

Hello Vanessa, habe been watching your channel for awhile but I just went back and listened to your Dad, God bless him, Im sure he is special to you...he is really a free spirit

[@franwern519]

Vanessa so mad of her Dad because she does not understand any Ghanaian language, now that she become so in love with Ghana. Her Dad: You have plenty of time to learn it...haha :-)

[@kingjulien7300]

He should have thought her

[@cinnamonstar808]

he is the kind of black men that made Africa fall from grace.

[@ChantaBrite]

It's hard learning a new language as an adult.

[@kingjulien7300]

@Black Minoan barima u know what i meant

[@kingjulien7300]

@Black Minoan thanks for the correction

[@Deeplyrooted73]

Your father is a beautiful soul. There is a peace radiating from his spirit. You are both blessed to have each other. Keep up the good work Queen. 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@fremekwame]

All I heard was OSEI KWAME! 😍

[@romiche3207]

😅

[@aihielewis8077]

The connectivity of a Dad and Daughter is undeniable...keep the Bond intact more respect to yous....one love

[@bismarkadu-num5834]

Asanteni "prayman" ni paa 😂 , but seriously your Dad did good by you guys #awesomedad

[@Godmann2]

Hahaha! Yes he is

[@Vernon1960]

Vanessa!!! Part 2 cannot come soon enough and some of us (ME) would absolutely love to be graced by some of his musical skills!!!!!

[@alvinsquezz]

That’s what every African parents should do, especially when your children are still very much younger. Take them back to your ROOT and show them their heritage/culture. Great job sweetheart!!!

[@Richdollabill]

My dad did for me. Nigeria.

[@alvinsquezz]

Richdollabill He’s a REAL man. 9ja dads are awesome!!!

[@yawfrimpong-manso2175]

I'm a Ghanaian and I live in the U.S, my two children were born and raised in the U.S. My wife and I never speak with them in English language at home. Anyway, my wife is a Ghanaian too. That may also be another factor for MS Kambi's dad.

[@alvinsquezz]

Yaw Frimpong-Manso That’s awesome bruh. Inculcate in them the Ghanaian cultures and traditions. GOD blessed us with so many lovely beautiful things. #AfricaIsMyHome

[@louannescott5908]

Loved the interview with your dad. The dad and daughter relationship was a joy to see. I could feel the love between both of you. Your dad is articulate and well spoken. Hopefully we will continue seeing more of him as well as the rest of your family. I am going to subscribe to your channel. Continued Blessings to both of you!!!

[@pokopon1236]

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[@vITALEmpress]

This was nice to watch. I love your dad's Ghanian Scottish accent!!

[@alainkalonji6450]

Very nice interview Vanessa.Your daddy he is an independent spirit and a good man.I like his statement about marrying outside his or her ethnic community; A good person is a good person, and a good woman is a good woman, doesn't matter the color but your compatibility with the partner.Very wise. Two thumbs up !!!.Very eager to see part II of the interview !!!

[@markthompson8656]

We all learned a lot here ,even you Vanessa. It was Good talk. Your dad is a very lucky and wise man.

[@leoakujor688]

Vanessa, thank you for the video interview with your dad. I personally love your videos shows. I wish you the best. I hope one day to see you face to face. You are awesome lady. Remain blessed.

[@danielkofiboadux]

Been waiting for this and he has my name! Daniel great man

[@brentgoff1388]

When is a video coming?

[@danielkofiboadux]

Brent Goff you mean a new video ?

[@VanessaKanbi]

🤣

[@danielkofiboadux]

Vanessa Kanbi lol 😂 we from the same tribe !

[@pokopon1236]

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[@ericdinsey7285]

Great to see and hear from your interview. The scenery is fantastic. I think I can identify so much with your dad. Scotland is such a beautiful and peaceful country for growing up in. I know when I was there the weather was always a talking point and whenever we had the occasional sunny and hot day we all flocked to Loch Lomond and Oban from Glasgow. I grew up there, went to university there, worked for Nuclear Power on the West coast building the Inverkip power station. I understand your dad so much and I don’t know why I never got married to a Scottish lady. They are good and have tremendous and love you so much. I’ve done it the other way round. From Ghana I went straight to Scotland and now live in London and listen regularly to your rich Scottish accent from your channel. It does bring back memories and hearing from your dad was so good.

[@pokopon1236]

Eric Dinsey Like．

[@Kassiusday]

What a big honour to meet your dad !! is amazing !! Respect ! And God bless you all !! Thank you 🙏🏾 very much to present your beloved daddy !!!

[@xMissTix]

I automatically like anyone who speaks Ga.... Issa vibe 🇬🇭

[@globalcetzen5271]

I am Erveh but I speak and write Ga, as well as Twi.

[@bullybeast585]

Fasho

[@bullybeast585]

@@globalcetzen5271 can you teach me?

[@brivafitness7340]

Ga tribe are originally from Benin Kingdom in present day Edo State Nigeria.

[@islandgirl3330]

I just found your channel. It is nice when one gets the opportunity to go back home. Although you were not born in Ghana, It is nice that you got the opportunity to go back to live in your father's country. Thanks for the video.

[@osisiomaoh2114]

Thank you lovely sister for recognizing your father and beautiful place he come from!!! You are blessed ❤️✌️

[@queenmermaid4935]

It was a pleasure to meet ur Dad unofficially, great optimistic attitude, I see were u get ur upbeat sense of well being from, I luv when he said he has watch u several times and u do a good job and he he was proud of u, I know that meant a lot to u, and bcos ur Dad never forgot his people and country, he introduced it to his children and u along with a sister embraced it, what a beautiful story, one u can pass down to ur own child, peace, luv and light😘✌🏾💯

[@akeem1221]

True you can learn the language Vanessa, just go for it. I learn my mothers language at 22.

[@macdee2766]

"Good person is a good person, it doesn't matter whether you are black, blue, or green", it's a golden sentence. Love you guys!

[@abenaasieduaa5495]

"A good person is a good person no matter the race".

[@teemadarif8243]

One race-Human

[@smkkkkky]

Watching ur dad reminds me of mine...His mannerisms and erfin. Great interview

[@pokopon1236]

Say it Like．

[@sev7397]

@Adi Adeee Dude relax

[@jozah2148]

Best ever content. I love it, nice to see you Dad. He Talked about Osibisa which make me wonder how old he is. He looks a lot younger compare to the band group he talked about. Good memories. Thanks, well done.

[@VanessaKanbi]

He moved to the UK 40 yrs ago that should give you an estimate :)

[@danielkanbi9245]

I am 68yrs old but very young in my mind. 😉😉

[@jozah2148]

@@danielkanbi9245 Thank you sir, I remember Osibisa when I was very Young in Africa before I came to UK. So I thought, surely, everyone in that band group must be old now, anyone that can remember the band must be old too - But looking at you Sir, you look very young! I remember vividly how my older sister's husband will play Osibisa, Jimmy Cliff and Jim Reeves music at at the Police barrack were we lived. The beating of the conga blasting away and everyone singing and gyrating to the music of Osibisa. I remember Sir, I cleaned Every inch, including four wooding legs stand of that Ivory Gramophone (smudge-free with some very smelly brown cleaning liquid stuff) every Sunday before they delicately place a polished vinyl record; The continuous non-stop playing vinyl record after another! My Sunday. LOL. PS: I thought the Ivory on the Gramophone were made of biscuit fingers. Oh dear - good memories! Your daughter is wonderful, truth be known, she is the real reason why today the world have the best African You Tuber - Wode Maya! The interview with you sir, was really nice and so cool! Maybe we might get to see you play your favourite instrument sometime...

[@korakkorak2005]

Your Father is an Adventurer. He was courageous enough to fellow is Dreams regardless of the outcome. Going from Ghana to England alone and moving to Ireland to another unknown place regardless of the cold weather there. Winners don’t quite and quitters never win.

[@BRUSEMISSIONTRAVEL]

Vanessa thanks for introducing us to your father.

[@cheryllynetteruth]

Finally the LEGEND!! Nice to meet your dad!❤️🖤💚💛🇬🇭

[@dannyel1]

I like your Dad. Old G. He did his best and seeing him still kicking means he did his things straight. About the so called Bei racial children a child is who the father is. Be proud. Stay well, stay safe.

[@millennialsdecuba]

Honestly, this is probably one of the most interesting interviews between daughter and father.. have seen for sometimes. I did know that much about you Vanessa, not I know enough to join your band of die-hard fans! I cant wait to see Mama Vanessa speaking out on how she met Mr Kanbi!!

[@jamaicansistarobinson7587]

Wow! Your dad looks like my dad and uncles!🥁🇯🇲🥁🇯🇲

[@eaglevision09]

Great video. You interviewed him like he wasn’t your father - that way we could get his honest opinions or he could share from his own perspective without you constantly influencing his side of the story. It’s a common thing we do with our family members. Shows how you respect him as an elder. And he kept it real. Very wise man by how he answered some of the questions. Whatever he didn’t need to explain he kept it short. Could you share the name of his band or his music?

[@ADE-of-LAGOS]

Her father's generation that travelled out of west Africa were largely not economic migrants. Usually post late 70s and1980s. But from 80s onward, a flood of economic migrants traveled out enmass. I am from Nigeria. I had family friends and cousins who would just go on holiday and come back. Then our currency was stronger than US dollar and at par with UK pound. But the moment the exchange rate skyrocketed, people had more economic reasons to travel. Most that left Nigeria to study in the 70s and before usually had jobs and cars waiting. Life was good then.

[@saqcSarbeng]

Wonderful dad and may God continue to bless your dad. Nice interview.

[@TheSupasamio]

This is one of the most interesting stories I've ever heard. To hear how music interest moved your father to progress himself into a new situation in a new land is inspiring; kudos to your dad! Oh, I also find it interesting that your father gave you the same excuse that my parents gave me for not teaching me Ashanti; only difference is I was able to decipher the language on my own.

[@lesleykramer7207]

Well done you". What excuse did parents give (I haven't watched the entire video) - I notice a lot of 2nd gen African heritage children can't speak their parents language (not just limited to Africa though, same with Asians etc. too)

[@princemarora]

I like that both father and daughter laugh a lot . Great chemistry. She is amazing.

[@rae8669]

Yes +233 is a vibe!!!

[@pokopon1236]

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[@wiseup2399]

Nice to see you with your Dad enjoy the relationship you have with you daddy be blessed and take good care of him.

[@kosewa1]

Omg!!! This was very nice!!! I enjoyed this interview.

[@jeanneolie7683]

My best quote " A good person is a good person, a good woman is a good woman it does not matter if they are black, blue, yellow or green. I f you meet somebody who are compatible would you... It is matter of personal choice... If you see somebody you like the colors of his skin does not matter "

[@irenedavo3768]

jeanne olie true

[@Magic369-dt]

This was a great interview. Thanks for introducing your father to us. He has a wonderful disposition and so do you.

[@irenedavo3768]

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[@Magic369-dt]

@@irenedavo3768 Hi

[@bismarkabittor5830]

Definitely you took daddy's height 🥳

[@SirKnobofCheese]

Scotland looks Beautful as ever.

[@sylmarie6494]

Your dad is so progressive...really awesome to see!!

[@majidagadu5958]

Finally, we had Daa on the hot seat, awesome man😀😀

[@pokopon1236]

Majida Gadu Like．

[@williejinnahkosseh2289]

My heart goes to your open discussion with your dad. Hope other children who are born in mix racial or mix culture follow your example.

[@cory_aqua]

Oh my goodness I know that band lol.😂😂😂 Small world I heard that song in Uk (80’s) Great video Vanessa.

[@beeaboutabbabusiness8738]

I think this is a unique story as Vanessa mum was mixed race & having a black dad who made a powerful impact , on his daughter has resulted in Vanessa embracing her black side which is great 🤗

[@gglewis1718]

Aww.... this was a beautiful interview and quite lovely hearing your dad intake on things👌🏾😃😊😊💖💖💖💖

[@pokopon1236]

GG Lewis Like ,

[@this_is_africa]

Your father is a hero an example of great appeal as he did not let colour rule the way he made his life decisions.

[@fulefunk]

Really enjoyed this interview. Great content as usual!

[@dampomah]

Vanessa, really enjoyed this interview with your dad. You covered topics that are still relevant to the family dynamics, diasporan issues etc. Great interview!!

[@michaelalexander4205]

Your dad has good vibes. Great interview.

[@1HavePatience]

I had a massive smile on my face the whole way through watching this interview with your dad. Well done Daddy Kanbi. My dad was the same about teaching us the language. However, because he and my mum used to speak it with each other myself and my siblings managed to grasp some of it.

[@rburias80]

U look so pretty vanessa just like d beautiful nature behind..god bless

[@bellateriini9506]

Very family and very simple to listen too. Love to hear your mums side too. Your dad is very open to your questions.

[@doreenonekalit9888]

Your Dad is big deal.

[@RaysOfLoveChannel]

Yes, that's true

[@striving1]

What a blessing to talk with your Father ❤️