Top 10 Best Ghanaian Rappers of All Time

Ghana’s rappers are among the artists who’ve contributed to the spread of hip-hop in Western

Africa. The singers have broken boundaries, recording hit songs that entertain listeners across
the globe.

Some musicians in Ghana advocate for various issues, including weed legalization. Their efforts
might succeed, enabling enthusiasts to buy seeds that grow very fast and yield massive
rewards.

Listen to great music as you wait for the changes. Keep reading to discover the ten best
Ghanaian rap artists.

1. Sarkodie

Michael Owusu Addo, aka Sarkodie, was born on July 10, 1985, in Tema. He’s among the top
black music artists from Ghana who collaborate with famous musicians worldwide. These
include Patoranking, Khaligraph Jones, Runtown, Burna Boy, and Bob Marley & The Wailers.

Sarkodie married Tracy Owusu on 17 July 2018 at a private ceremony in Tema. They’re blessed
with two kids.

Besides producing hit music, the Ghanaian rapper launched the Sark by Yas apparel brand in
2013. He’s an ambassador for various companies, including Samsung and Standard Chartered
Bank.

2. M.anifest

Kwame Ametepee Tsikaya, aka M.anifest, is an African rapper, musician, and producer. He was
born on November 20, 1982, in Accra.

The Ghanaian rapper releases top songs and collaborates with local and international artists.
M.anifest’s popular hits include “Big Mad,” “Tomorrow,” and “Another Story.” He’s won
numerous accolades, including Songwriter of the Year in 2008 and Best Artiste in African Hip
Hop in 2018.

M.anifest studied a Bachelor of Arts in Economics at Macalester College in Minnesota. He uses
his experience from the US to record songs blending African and Western cultures.

3. Reggie Rockstone

Born in the UK, Reginald Yaw Asante is a famous African rapper. Many fans regard him as the
Godfather of Hip-life. He spent his early childhood years in Accra and Kumasi and later settled
in Ghana.

Reggie Rockstone started the hip-life movement in the country in 1994. He mixes English and
Asante Twi languages to record unique rap songs.

His musical style gets him invitations to perform throughout Africa, France, the US, and other
countries.

4. Okyeame Kwame

You can’t talk about Ghana rappers without mentioning Akyeame Kwame, the rap doctor. He
was born and raised in Kumasi, where he started his musical career early by performing at local
shows.

Like the favorite athletes in Ghana, the rapper has over 20 prestigious accolades in his musical
and humanitarian career. He’s known for launching the Okyeame Kwame Foundation in 2019,
aimed at vaccinating against Hepatitis B.

Kwame also co-authored the Love Locked Down book with his wife. He continues to produce hit
songs while contributing to various developmental projects.

5. Kwaw Kese

Born Emmanuel Kofi Botwe, aka Kwak Kese, is a Ghanaian rapper raised in Agona Swedru,
Central Ghana. He began writing and performing in his teenage years, then worked in an
electric company before fully transitioning to music.

Hammer of The Last Two signed him in 2004, but he opened the Mad-Time Entertainment
record label in 2005.

He released the Abodam 2007 album, which became a big success. His hit songs like “Guy
Man” and electrifying performances led him to win five Ghana Music Awards in 2008.

6. Kwesi Arthur

Emmanuel Kwesi Danso Arthur is among the best rappers in Ghana. He’s collaborated with
famous artists like Nasty C, Shatta Wale, and KiDi.

Arthur went viral after releasing “Grind Day” in 2017, which he later remixed, featuring Medikal
and Sarkodie. He then recorded “Live From The 233” in 2020, among the most streamed songs
on Apple Music.

7. Medikal

Samuel Adu Frimpong, aka Medikal, is a rapper from Sowutuom in Accra. He’s married to
movie star and entrepreneur Fella Makafui.

The Ghana artist adopted the name Medikal since he likes rapping about topics and
personalities in the medical field. He has numerous nominations and accolades, including
VGMA’s Hip Hop Artist of the Year in 2019.

Medikal went viral after the police arrested him for showing off a firearm on social media. He
spent five days in prison and paid bail before the court released him.

8. Eno Barony

Eno Barony, born Ruth Eno Adjoa Amankwah Nyame Adom, is among the best female
Ghanaian rappers. The songwriter was born and raised in Tema and hit the headlines after
releasing “Tonga” in 2014.

She went viral after putting out her hit single “The Best” in 2015 after her mother’s death. The
celebrity has several nominations, including Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMAs) and
Jigwe Awards’ Best New Act.

Barony performed alongside musicians like Jah Vinci, FlowKing Stone, Sarkodie, and Popcaan.

9. Joey B

Joey B, born Darryl Paa Kwesi in Cape Coast, is a famous artist with various hip-hop and R&B
hits. He started writing songs when he was six and formed a musical artist.

Joey B has numerous hit songs like “Strawberry” and “Tonga.” His collaborations with other
artists like Edem and Fuse ODG propelled his career further.

The rapper made headlines for being the first Ghanaian artist to become the brand ambassador
of Adidas.

10. Strongman

Osei Kwaku Vincent, also known as Strong Gee or Strongman, is among the Ghana rappers
with top hits. The artist won various competitions, including Kfm Freestyle Saturday in 2011 and
Next Big Thing rap battle in 2012.

Strongman performed at the VGMAs in 2020. Do you want to experience the unique hits from
this artist? His top records include “Ups & Down,” “Big Boy,” “The Second Coming,” and “Sugar
Daddy.”

Listen to the Best Music

Music is among the best ways to boost focus and improve mood. Unwind after long days by
listening to the soothing hit songs from these top ten Ghanaian rappers. Remember to support
new, upcoming artists as they work their way up.