Monique Spence, known professionally as Mo’ Spence, is a Canadian-born artist of Jamaican descent whose music blends reggae, dancehall, and R&B. Her passion for music started early, with piano lessons, school choirs, and talent competitions shaping her journey. In college, she expanded her craft by learning music production and audio engineering, allowing her to write, record, and produce her own songs.
Meeting Mr. Logic: A Promising Start Turned Sour
In 2022, Mo’ Spence and her family relocated to Ghana for reasons unrelated to music. However, her husband actively promoted her career, leading to a performance in Koforidua that caught the attention of someone in Mr Logic’s circle.
After being introduced, Mr Logic visited her home and, upon hearing her music, expressed strong interest in working with her. “He was so impressed that he invited my husband and me to a studio, where we created a song on the spot called Be Happy,” she recalls.
Soon after, he offered her a record deal, portraying himself as a supportive and well-connected industry figure. “He was very friendly and respectful in the beginning—he came off as a genuine and happy person,” she says. “But later, we realized it was all an act.”
Threats and Intimidation
According to Mo’ Spence, Mr. Logic took $10,000 from an American family, claiming it was to support her career. When the family later sued him over work permit issues and the money he took, he turned on her, demanding that she repay the funds.
“In the recording that has now gone public, he was telling me I needed to pay back the money. But I refused because I had warned him not to take it in the first place,” she explains. “The family never even asked me to pay—it was all on him. That’s when he threatened my life over the issue.”
Fear has since dictated her movements. “I’ve stayed quiet for so long because I heard of people who had issues with him and later ended up dead. He even claimed to have a hitman in Canada,” she says. “I’ve turned down shows, stopped going out, and I feel completely isolated.”
Financial Exploitation and Deception
Beyond the threats, Mo’ Spence says she was defrauded of over 297,300 GHC, covering a three-year work permit, rent, music videos, photoshoots, a Nigeria tour, TV and radio promotions, and more.
She was also pressured into paying $3,000 USD to sign with Mr. Logic’s label, with the agreement that she would cover 60% of costs while he covered 40%. However, once the deal was signed, she claims she ended up paying for everything.
Adding to the deception, she never received a copy of her contract despite repeated requests. “My husband asked for it before I signed, but there was always an excuse. Even after signing, we never got it.”
Attempts to Resolve the Dispute
Mo’ Spence tried multiple times to settle the matter privately, but her efforts were met with hostility. “He was always aggressive and disrespectful. Eventually, he blocked me on WhatsApp, making it impossible to communicate.”
Even her mother stepped in as a mediator, but after months of lies and manipulation, she gave up and blocked him as well.
Legal Action and Seeking Justice
Determined to hold Mr Logic accountable, Mo’ Spence has taken legal steps. “I reported the issue to the police in Ghana, and since I’m not physically there, my house help signed the statement on my behalf. I’ve also informed the Canadian Embassy, and actions are being taken.”
She is also pursuing legal action against Mr Logic. “I never wanted it to get to this, but he cannot continue getting away with this. Too many people have suffered in silence, and some have even lost their lives. He needs to be stopped.”
A Plea for Support
As she fights for justice, Mo’ Spence is seeking help for her family. “I need support to bring my father and daughter back to Canada. Their passports need to be replaced, and I need to buy their plane tickets. With everything I’ve lost, I have no money left.”
She has launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise funds for their return:
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Rebuilding and Moving Forward
Despite the trauma, Mo’ Spence is reclaiming her music career. “For a while, I wanted to give up. Mr Logic almost killed my spirit, and I fell into deep depression. But now, I’m fighting back.”
She is back in the studio, writing new music, and preparing for major collaborations. “New music is coming soon, and trust me, Mo’ Spence is a problem!”
Mr. Logic Declines to Comment
GhanaWeekend.com reached out to Mr Logic and his team for a response to these allegations, but he declined to comment.
As Mo’ Spence seeks justice, her story highlights the dark side of the industry. With resilience and determination, she is refusing to let betrayal and threats silence her voice. You can hear these threats of death via this link.