Shatta Wale Archives - Page 5 of 17

18 Mar

Shatta Wale Expresses Frustration Over Tax Dispute With GRA

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Shatta Wale, the renowned Dancehall musician, expressed frustration at the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) for its relentless pursuit of musicians like himself for tax payments, especially in a system where support for artists is lacking. He revealed that GRA claims he owes approximately GH¢9 billion in taxes, dating back to his early days as Bandana, long before his rise to wealth as Shatta Wale. In a candid discussion with GTV's Kafui Dey, Shatta Wale questioned the logic behind taxing artists who receive minimal support for their endeavors. He highlighted the irony of being chased for tax payments while struggling to…

12 Mar

Shatta Wale’s Performance At 13th African Games Defended By Manager Amid Criticism

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Sammy Flex, the manager of the renowned Dancehall artist Shatta Wale, has stepped forward to defend Shatta Wale's performance at the opening ceremony of the 13th African Games, despite facing criticism for miming. Shatta Wale, alongside Ghanaian artist King Promise and South African artist Kemo Mpela, took the stage at the esteemed African Games opening ceremony held on Wednesday, March 8, at the University of Ghana Stadium. Critics scrutinized Shatta Wale for lip-syncing during his live performance, suggesting that a live band would have enhanced the experience. However, Sammy Flex has shed light on the rationale behind the decision. In…

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…

07 Mar

T13th African Games: Shatta Wale, King Promise To Perform At Opening Ceremony

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Ghanaian musicians, King Promise and Shatta Wale have been confirmed as the headline acts for the opening ceremony of the 13th African Games, slated to take place at the Legon Stadium in Accra on Friday, March 8, 2024. Commencing at 3 pm, the event will witness the dynamic performances of the “Ayoo” hitmaker and the renowned “Terminator” song creator as they take centre stage to inaugurate the games. Anticipated to deliver electrifying performances, the duo is set to ignite the tournament with their repertoire of hit songs, promising an unforgettable start to the festivities. Scheduled from March 8, 2024, to…

04 Mar

I Want To Manage Shatta Wale For Many Years – Sammy Flex

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Sammy Flex, the manager of dancehall artist Shatta Wale, has disclosed that he hopes to manage the self-acclaimed dancehall king for many years. Known for frequently changing management, Shatta Wale has left some past partnerships on less than amicable terms. The ace entertainment journalist sees managing the iconic Dancehall artiste as a valuable learning experience, expanding his professional horizons. However, Sammy Flex, whose real name is Sammy Baah, believes his approach can benefit the artiste’s career in the long run. In a post on X, Sammy Flex expressed his gratitude on social media, stating: “Thank you, Charles Nii Armah Mensah…

20 Feb

I Spend More Than £20K On My Girlfriend Every Month – Shatta Wale

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Shatta Wale has revealed his extravagant spending habits, particularly on his newfound love interest. Shatta Wale, in an interview on 3Music TV, disclosed that he splurges more than 20 thousand pounds monthly on his partner, emphasising his dedication to showering her with luxury. The self-proclaimed "richest artist" emphasised that his motivation to perform at shows and events stems from his unwavering commitment to his fans, rather than financial gain from event organisers or promoters. He expressed his dissatisfaction with the payment received for his performances, asserting that it falls short of his expectations. Shatta Wale minced no words in criticising…

09 Feb

Shatta Wale Promises A 6 Months Financial Support To Moesha And Funny Face

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Shatta Wale has pledged financial support to two fellow celebrities, Moesha Bodoung and Funny Face, for a period of six months. The support will be facilitated through his "Shaxi" transport business, aimed at providing assistance during their challenging times. Moesha Bodoung, a well-known actress and social media influencer, has recently been alleged to be battling a health condition, reportedly stroke, according to her family members. In response, her brother initiated a fundraising campaign on GoFundMe with a target of $10,000 to aid in her medical expenses and recovery process. The news of Moesha's health struggles has stirred concern and sympathy among her…

30 Jan

You Have Been Brainwashed To Hate Innocent People– Shatta Wale Tells Followers Of Gh Musicians

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Ghanaian Dancehall star, Shatta Wale, has taken to social media to express concern about what he perceives as a troubling trend among fans of certain musicians. In a recent Facebook post, the I know My Level crooner accused some musicians of brainwashing their followers with a spirit of jealousy and sadness saying certain artistes have successfully transferred their spirit of jealousy to their supporters, who then inherit their favourite artistes' enemies. In the post sighted by Graphic Showbizon Sunday January 28, 2024, he stated, "When I talk and I see these sad fans commenting under post erh, I pity them cuz spiritually their fav’s…

18 Dec

Shut Up! – Samini Jabs Shatta Wale Over Comments On #PlayGhana Agenda

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The rift between two of Ghana’s prominent music icons, Samini and Shatta Wale, continues to escalate as they lock horns again over the #PlayGhana initiative aimed at boosting the airplay of local music in the country. The #PlayGhana initiative by Small God, Samini, Black Sherif and several industry players, seeks to promote local music on Ghanaian airwaves to counter the dominance of foreign music in the country. However, dancehall King, Shatta Wale has downplayed the impact of the agenda. According to him, just 10% of foreign music would consume Ghana’s entire music industry, adding that the initiative was borne out…

14 Dec

Shatta Wale Reacts After GHAMRO Allegedly Pays GH¢239 As Royalties

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Dancehall maestro, Shatta Wale has expressed disappointment in Ghana Music Rights Organization (GHAMRO) following reports that artistes have received a paltry GH¢239.81 as royalties for 2023. In his view, the said amount if true falls far short of what Ghanaian artistes truly deserve. Shatta said such a meager amount will not even cover basic expenses like studio recording fees, let alone sustain an artiset for a year’s worth of airplay. He cited how he was able to buy three houses with just a single collaboration with Beyoncé to buttress his point. Despite his disappointment, Shatta Wale expressed hope that GHAMRO…