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14 Mar

Ten Ghanaian Artistes Who Championed Azonto Era With Unforgettable Hits

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Azonto, a vibrant music genre and dance style that emerged in Ghana in 2010 and beyond, became a cultural phenomenon for Ghanaians all over the world. Recognised for its fast tempo, heavy percussion, and distinct dance moves involving expressive hand and arm movements, Azonto quickly took over the music scene. The genre's infectious beats and energetic choreography captivated audiences far beyond Ghana's borders. During this time, several Ghanaian artistes rose to fame, creating anthems that became synonymous with the Azonto movement. Here’s a look at ten artistes and their hit songs that played pivotal roles in making the Azonto era…

13 Mar

He Treats Me Like We’ve Known Each Other For Decades – Kweku Flick On Relationship With Sarkodie

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Rising Ghanaian rapper Kweku Flick has cited award-winning rap icon Sarkodie as the major reason for his success in the music scene. According to him, Sarkodie is one of the few people to believe in his talent and give him a platform to shine. The young artiste, born Andy Osei Sarfo, gained widespread recognition after delivering an impressive rap verse on Sarkodie’s track ‘Messiah’ in December 2024. In an interview with ‘Graphic Showbiz,’ Kweku Flick reflected on the opportunity Sarkodie gave him and the impact it has had on his career. Kweku Flick added that his admiration for Sarkodie started way before he even ventured into music. “Sarkodie has been…

10 Mar

‘My Wife Was Rather Worried About Me’ – Sarkodie On Yvonne Nelson’s Exposé

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Ghanaian rapper, Michael Owusu Addo, popularly known as Sarkodie has opened up on how his wife supported him after discovering his extramarital affairs with actress Yvonne Nelson. One may recall that sometime in 2023, Yvonne Nelson, in her book ‘I Am Not Yvonne Nelson’, revealed how the rapper mistreated her during their affair, which eventually led to pregnancy. In the book, Yvonne Nelson made several serious allegations against the rapper, including claims that he abandoned her when she was made to abort the child, among others. However, in a recent development, Sarkodie, in a discussion on the ‘Way Up’ podcast shared on X…

21 Feb

Sarkodie, Gyakie, Others On Spotify “100 Best African Love Songs” Playlist

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Online music streaming service, Spotify, has recognised Ghanaian artistes as key contributors to African love music, with multiple names on its “100 Best African Love Songs“ list released on Tuesday, February 11. The Ghanaian artistes on the list King Promise, Kojo Antwi, Sarkodie, Gyakie, Bisa Kdei, Kuami Eugene, Stonebwoy and KiDi made the list. This shows that Ghanaian artistes are some of the best producers of timeless love songs. The songs which celebrate love are released from the 2000s till date. Notable Ghanaian songs on the list included Sarkodie’s Can’t Let You Go, Gyakei’s Forever remix ft Omah Lay, King…

28 Jan

Sarkodie Finally Responds To Kofi Mole’s Accusations Of Music Video Snub

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Rapper Sarkodie has finally responded to claims by colleague Kofi Mole accusing him of ignoring multiple attempts to shoot a music video for their collaboration. In response to why he has not actively promoted their collaboration, ‘Makoma’ Kofi Mole revealed the failure stems from Sarkodie’s refusal to shoot the music video. He tweeted that he has reached out to Sarkodie on several occasions, all of which have proven futile. https://twitter.com/kofi_mole/status/1880590049336762704?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1880590049336762704%7Ctwgr%5Efe670887da78ac0d48e4d259d020e5de8667fa29%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adomonline.com%2Fsarkodie-finally-responds-to-kofi-moles-accusations-of-music-video-snub%2F Addressing the issue, Sarkodie revealed that he had no knowledge of Kofi Mole’s efforts to organize the shoot. He suggested that the situation might have been caused by miscommunication or…

22 Jan

I Never Got A Response From Sarkodie For ‘Makoma’ Video Shoot – Kofi Mole

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Ghanaian rapper Kofi Mole has accused Sarkodie of not availing himself for the video shoot of his song, ‘Makoma’ which also features Bosom PYung. According to Kofi, after the song was done, several attempts to get Sarkodie to take part in the video shoot, proved futile. He made this revelation while responding to an X user who complained that Kofi Mole did not do enough promotion for the song. “One day, ago organise kanta boys make we put Kofi Mole for table make we lash am. Promo no enter this song inside koraa. You made a whole Sarkodie turn Bruno…

15 Jan

Sarkodie Replies Critics Over Gari Soakings Comment

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Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie has addressed the criticism surrounding his controversial "Back to Gari soakings" comment, which sparked debates on social media. The post, shared on January 8, a day after President John Mahama’s swearing-in, led many to believe it was a subtle jab at Ghana's new administration. Critics linked the rapper's remarks to his perceived affiliation with the New Patriotic Party. Responding to the backlash, Sarkodie stood by his statement, dismissing hearsay as baseless. He called out critics for misinterpreting his post, stating that only fools rely on rumors. His response has since gone viral, drawing both praise and criticism.…

13 Dec

‘No Sir’ Is A Personal Experience — Sarkodie

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Sarkodie, ahead of his annual Rapperholic concert, revealed that his life experiences inspired his latest single, No Sir. The song, which emphasizes living within one’s means, has quickly become a street anthem for the festive season. In an interview with Joy News, Sarkodie shared that the track reflects a personal story about being outshone by a wealthier friend in his youth. Though reluctant to release it due to political tensions, the song was eventually distributed, receiving positive feedback. He noted the song’s relatability, especially for young men who may face similar situations during the holidays. Source: mynewsgh

28 Nov

Nothing Happened – Safo Newman Opens Up On Studio Session With Sarkodie

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Nine months after his studio session with Sarkodie went viral, Safo Newman has revealed that the meeting was musically unproductive. The duo met at Sarkodie’s studio in February 2024 after Safo Newman expressed a desire to personally thank the rapper for his acknowledgment. Recalling the moment, Safo shared, “Sarkodie tweeted that I was original, liked my style, and looked forward to working with me. I was grateful and thanked him in his DM, but I felt it wasn’t enough. So, I asked if I could meet him personally to express my appreciation.” Following their meeting, rumors spread that they had…

01 Aug

How The French Embassy Responded To A Letter Calling For The Exclusion Of Sarkodie From Performing At The Olympics

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A letter from the French Embassy in Ghana responding to a petition from the New Ghana Social Justice Forum, an NGO which called for the exclusion of rapper Sarkodie from performing at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics has surfaced online. The New Ghana Social Justice Forum in a letter dated July 8, 2024, had petitioned the French National Olympic and Sports Committee to exclude rapper Sarkodie from performing. The group claims that Sarkodie is "misogynistic," citing lyrics from the song "Jennifer Lomotey," where he referenced a folklore about Krobo women and promiscuity. They also referenced his recent conflict with actress Yvonne Nelson, who…