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10 Jul

Confirmed: Sarkodie, King Promise, Darkovibes To Perform At 2024 Paris Olympics

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Renowned Ghanaian artists Sarkodie, King Promise, and Darkovibes have been confirmed to headline the Africa Fan Zone concert during the 2024 Paris Olympics. The news was revealed by a spokesperson from the French Embassy following a strategic meeting with stakeholders. Scheduled to take place on August 10th, the concert promises to be a highlight of the Olympic festivities, where the vibrant cultural and musical talents of Ghana will be showcased on an international stage. The event is set to span the entire day with multiple Ghanaian artistes including Sarkodie, King Promise and Darkovibes taking their turns on stage. Expressing their…

27 Jun

Sarkodie Thrills Rap Lovers With Delivery On Hennessy Africa Cypher 2024 [Video]

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Sarkodie is in the trends for his coruscating performance on the Maison Hennessy cypher released on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. The eight-minute cypher also features other lyrically-gifted rappers on the African continent: Maglera Doe Boy (South Africa), Didi B (Ivory Coast), Young Lunya (Tanzania), Khaligraph Jones (Kenya), and Ladipoe (Nigeria). Celebrated Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie, proves his rap dexterity on this cypher. Rapping predominantly in English with tinges of some Twi lingo, he touches on the theme of braggadocio and his value in the music industry, with an impeccable flow and delivery. He also highlights, in his rap, how some record…

26 Jun

Sarkodie Slams Record Labels In Hennessy Africa Cypher

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Ghanaian rap giant Sarkodie is not just being hailed for his sterling flow on the Hennessy South Africa Cypher; his message on how some record labels are ripping African artistes off, has caught the fancy of music analysts. While he proves his rap dexterity on this cypher, delivering predominantly in English with tinges of some Twi lingo, he touches on the theme of braggadocio and his value in the music industry. He also mentions, in his rap, how record labels take advantage of musicians. Sarkodie who has, spoken about turning down offers to sign to record labels, particularly Akon's Konvict…

21 Jun

Why I Turned Down Sarkodie’s Feature Request – Joe Mettle

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Renowned gospel artist Joe Mettle has addressed his decision to decline a feature request from celebrated Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie and other secular artistes. Joe Mettle, who has built a successful career in gospel music, explained that collaborating with secular artists could compromise his principles and create expectations for similar collaborations in the future. He clarified that his decision to turn down Sarkodie’s offer was based on his personal conviction and adherence to his musical direction, rather than any personal issues with the rapper. He mentioned that he and Sarkodie had a clear and respectful discussion about the potential collaboration, and…

27 May

Sarkodie Endorses Guru’s UG SRC Presidential Bid

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Rapper Michael Owusu Addo, popularly known as Sarkodie has publicly endorsed Guru for President of the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) at the University of Ghana. During the school’s Pent Hall Week Artiste Night on Friday, May 24, Sarkodie urged the student body to vote for Guru. He stated that, Guru’s leadership would improve the school and enhance opportunities for creative individuals. “If you want me to come here again, then make Guru the President of the SRC,” he stressed. Guru joins the list of celebrities vying for position in tertiary institutions. Notably, Samini led the SRC at the Ghana Institute…

21 May

My ‘B.R.A.G’ Track Isn’t A Dig At Davido, Wizkid, Or Burna Boy – Sarkodie

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Rapper Sarkodie clarifies that his latest track, 'B.R.A.G', is not aimed at sparking feuds with Nigerian music icons Wizkid, Davido, or Burna Boy. In a recent interview with VoxAfrica, the Adonai star emphasized that his music aims to share personal narratives and milestones rather than belittle the achievements of other African artists. Sarkodie stressed that his references to longevity in the industry were not intended as disrespect but rather as a testament to his own journey. He highlighted that if he were aiming to engage in lyrical battles, his focus would be on fellow rappers, not singers like Wizkid, Burna…

11 Mar

I Only Said He Is Broke, I Did Not Insult Him – Shatta Wale Clarifies Remarks On Sarkodie

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Shatta Wale, the self-proclaimed dancehall king, has clarified his stance regarding his comments on fellow musician Sarkodie, emphasizing that he did not intend to insult him. The exchange between the two artists dates back to Sarkodie's track "Advice," where he took aim at Shatta Wale for his continuous disparaging remarks. Addressing the issue, Shatta Wale expressed his belief that there was no need for Sarkodie to devote time and resources to crafting a diss track directed at him. During an interview on Daybreak Hitz on Hitz FM, monitored by Ghanaweb.live, Shatta Wale stated, "If I say you are broke, I…

21 Feb

Video Of Sarkodie’s Studio Session With Safo Newman Sparks Collaboration Rumours

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Safo Newman, the viral sensation known for his hit track 'Akokoa,' has taken social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, by storm since Wednesday morning, February 21st. The surge in attention comes after a studio session where the emerging singer is seen with renowned Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie, hinting at a potential collaboration. Ghanaians on X have been sharing their diverse opinions on the footage of the studio session, showcasing the excitement surrounding the collaboration between the Safo and Sarkodie Safo Newman gained widespread recognition after the release of his track 'Akokoa,' which quickly went viral across mainstream and social…

15 Feb

Meeting Sarkodie In Person Will Be A Dream Come True – Safo Newman

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Ghana's new music sensation, Safo Newman, is riding high on the waves of success with his hit single "Akokoa," and he credits much of his newfound fame to none other than Ghanaian rap icon, Sarkodie. Safo Newman, whose song Akokoa is currently making waves across various digital platforms, expressed his profound gratitude towards Sarkodie for amplifying his music's reach. The new kid on the block’s rise to prominence has been meteoric, with Akokoa climbing the charts and gaining significant traction, particularly after Sarkodie lent his support to the track, branding it as 'a banger.' In an exclusive interview withGraphic Showbiz, Safo Newman expressed his admiration…

02 Feb

Photos Of Sarkodie Dressed As The Messiah Set Internet Ablaze

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Ghana’s renowned rapper, Sarkodie, has set social media ablaze with striking photos in which he is dressed as the Messiah. The images captures Sarkodie donning an all-white outfit, complete with the iconic crown of thorns portraying him as the “Messiah” of Ghana’s music industry. The photos are to promote his newly released track ‘Otan’ which is about how people hate him just for preaching the everyday truth in his songs. The symbolism of Sarkodie donning the crown of thorns and the halo in the background represents the suffering of Jesus and the renewed hope he has for his followers. The…