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15 Jan

Shatta Wale’s ‘On God’ Breaks Barriers , Hits Billboard Afrobeats Chart

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Shatta Wale’s 2022 hit, *On God,* has entered Billboard's Top Afrobeats Songs chart, following his electrifying performance at the Freedom Street Concert in Kingston, Jamaica. Hosted by dancehall legend Vybz Kartel, the event featured stars like Spice and Busta Rhymes, drawing a massive audience. During his five-minute set, Shatta Wale performed *On God,* captivating the crowd and triggering a surge in streams and downloads. This milestone highlights the impact of strategic performances on global music success. Music executive Bra Bryt applauded the achievement, emphasizing the importance of understanding target audiences when curating performances. “For an artiste labeled as a local…

10 Dec

Shatta Wale Made Me Fall In Love With Ghanaian Music- Orti

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French singer Orti has revealed that it was none other than Ghanaian dancehall artiste, Shatta Wale who brewed a love affair between him and Ghanaian music. In an interview with Graphic Showbiz, Orti shared how Beyonce’s Already featuring Shatta Wale won his heart. According to him, he was immediately captivated by Shatta Wale’s unique energy, style, and passion, which sparked a deep interest in Ghanaian music as a whole. He later discovered Sarkodie's "Hallelujah" featuring Viviane Chidid, which further solidified his admiration for Ghanaian music. “My love affair with Ghanaian music started with Beyoncés 'Already' featuring Shatta Wale. That song…

05 Dec

Two-Year Rental Agreement, Shatta Wale’s Mother Moves Out Of Property – Landlord Speaks

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The landlord of the three-bedroom apartment that Shatta Wale and his management got for the musician's mother has set the record straight. In an interview with GHPage TV on December 5, 2024, the landlord, who refused to disclose his name, clarified that Shatta Wale had only rented the property for two years and not purchased it as speculated. He explained that the musician rented the apartment for GH¢ 3,000 per month. "The house belongs to me, and Shatta Wale, along with his management, came to rent the apartment for two years. They rented it for GH¢ 3,000 a month. When I realised that Shatta Wale's management…

04 Dec

Reactions As Shatta Wale Gifts Himself A Brand-New Rolls Royce Cullinan

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Dancehall musician Shatta Wale has caused a stir on social media after revealing that he purchased a brand-new Rolls Royce as a birthday gift to himself. Shatta, who celebrated his birthday on October 17, 2024, took to Instagram on December 3 to share the exciting news, showing off his new Rolls Royce Cullinan. In the viral video, Shatta Wale expressed joy and hinted that the plush vehicle is just the beginning of more surprises to come. "My retirement from Ghana music will be a mystery to solve. #RRLifestyle #EOD Happy birthday Junior @quantumcarco," he wrote as a caption to the post on Instagram. Quantum…

03 Dec

Shatta Wale Reveals Reason For Failing To Pay Bullgod’s GH₵100k Legal Settlement

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Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale has shed light on a recent lawsuit filed against him by his former manager, Lawrence Nana Asiamah Hanson, aka Bullgod. Speaking in an exclusive interview with NY DJ on BTM Afrika, the Already hitmaker said Bulldog was in court to enforce an out-of-court settlement agreement arrived at by the two almost a year ago following a defamation lawsuit. He revealed that the parties had agreed to an out-of-court settlement which he (Shatta Wale) was yet to honour. Asked why he had not honoured the agreement yet, Shatta Wale explained that Bulldog was not available when his team wanted…

29 Nov

Shatta Wale Gifts Talented 19-Year-Old Artist GHS 20k For Fees

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Dancehall King Shatta Wale has extended a generous hand to a talented 19-year-old artist, Priscilla, by gifting her GHS 20,000 to support her education. The heartwarming gesture occurred when Priscilla visited Shatta Wale at his studio to present him with a stunning handmade pencil art she had created. Touched by her artistry, the musician engaged her in conversation and discovered her financial struggles. Priscilla revealed through tears that she had been unable to pursue tertiary education after completing senior high school due to a lack of funds, which caused her to put her dreams on hold. Moved by her story,…

26 Nov

How Shatta Wale Reportedly Lost A $4 Million Record Deal

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Dancehall artist Shatta Wale has disclosed how he lost a $4 million record deal after the tracklist of his highly anticipated album, Gift of God, was allegedly leaked by his former manager, Bullgod. According to Shatta Wale, the album was poised to feature international collaborations, and the record label had planned an extensive rollout strategy. However, the unauthorized release of the tracklist by Bullgod reportedly led to the cancellation of the deal. He further alleged in an interview on Kessben FM that Bulldog’s actions stemmed from personal grievances after their professional relationship ended. “I lost a $4 million record deal because…

21 Nov

Black Sherif Trolls Shatta Wale Over Fake ‘Calvlein’ Underwear

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Dancehall King Shatta Wale became the center of attention last night after sharing photos on social media wearing what appeared to be a fake ‘Calvlein’ underwear. Fellow musician Black Sherif wasted no time mocking Shatta as he reposted the image on Snapchat with a sarcastic tone, accompanied by a sound clip that seemed to poke fun at the situation. This jab from Blacko came as a response to Shatta Wale’s earlier critique of his fashion choices. Shatta had previously commented that in Blacko’s quest for uniqueness, some of his outfits “do not make sense” and suggested he seek a stylist…

13 Nov

Shatta Wale Shares Lovey-Dovey Moment With Lover As They Announce Pregnancy

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Dancehall superstar Shatta Wale is gearing up to embrace fatherhood once again as he announces the pregnancy of his new partner, Maali. The couple delighted fans by sharing the joyous news on Tuesday morning, unveiling a series of intimate maternity photos and heartwarming videos. The photos featured Maali proudly displaying her baby bump, with the couple expressing gratitude to God for their new blessing. In one particularly tender moment, Shatta Wale is seen with his hand gently placed on Maali’s belly, his joyful smile radiating excitement as he steps into fatherhood once again. This new arrival marks Shatta Wale’s fourth…

12 Nov

Be Careful, Shatta Wale Can End Your Career – Ajagurajah Warns Black Sherif

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Founder of the Ajagurajah Movement, Bishop Kwabena Asiamah, has advised Black Sherif to be cautious when making comments about dancehall musician Shatta Wale. In a TikTok live video, the controversial spiritual leader cautioned that musicians who have publicly clashed with Shatta Wale have seen their careers fade away. He pointed to artistes like Iwan, Yaa Pono, and the Militants, who lost their fame after disputes with the "On God" hitmaker. "Where are musicians like Iwan, Yaa Pono, the Militants, and others who’ve had issues with Shatta Wale? Which musician still has a thriving career after clashing with him, apart from Stonebwoy? Black Sherif should be…