Black Sherif's biography: All you need to know about the Ghanaian singer and rapper

Black Sherif's biography: All you need to know about the Ghanaian singer and rapper

Many talented musicians from Ghana have made a name for themselves locally and internationally. Some of Ghana's well-known musicians include Amakye Dede, Sarkodie, and Becca. However, another artist has recently made a name for himself. Kwaku Frimpong, also known as Black Sherif, recently released his debut album in 2022. His distinct and fusions style has captivated fans, with many eager to learn more about him.

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Ghanaian musician Kwaku Frimpong alias Black Sherif posing. Photo: @blacksherif_ on Instagram (modified by author)
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Kwaku Frimpong is a well-known Ghanaian rapper. He goes by several stage names, including Blacko, Black Sherif, and Kwaku Killa. Frimpong is well known for fusing various musical genres such as afrobeat, highlife, and hip hop. His hit songs include First Sermon, Kwaku the Traveller, and Money.

Profile summary

Full nameMohammed Ismail Sherif Kwaku Frimpong
NicknameBlack Sherif, Blacko, Kwaku Frimpong, Kwaku Killa
GenderMale
Date of birth9 January 2002
Age21 years old (as of 2023)
Zodiac signCapricorn
Place of birthKonongo-Zongo, Ashanti Region, Ghana
Current residenceAccra, Ghana
NationalityGhanaian
EthnicityBlack
ReligionIslam
SexualityStraight
Height in feet5'11"
Height in centimetres180
Weight in pounds152
Weight in kilograms69
Hair colourBlack
Eye colourDark brown
SchoolKumasi Academy
UniversityUniversity of Professional Studies (UPSA), University of Ghana
ProfessionRapper, singer
Net worth$50,000
Instagram@blacksherif_
Twitter@blacksherif_
Facebook@blacksherifmusic

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Black Sherif's biography

Who is Black Sherif? He is a Ghanaian singer and rapper well known for blending various genres of music, including highlife, hip hop and afrobeat. His single, Kwaku the Traveller, reached number 1 on the Ghanaian and Nigerian Apple Music charts announcing his name to the world audience.

Mohammed Ismail Sherif Kwaku Frimpong was born on 9 January 2002 in Konongo-Zongo in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. He is 21 years old as of 2023, and his zodiac sign is Capricorn.

Kwaku attended Konongo Zongo Islamic Basic School for his basic education. He then proceeded to Kumasi Academy, where he completed his secondary education.

After completing his high school education, Kwaku attended the University of Professional Studies (UPSA) for some time before moving to the University of Ghana.

Who is Kwaku Frimpong's brother?

Unfortunately, the star hasn't disclosed anything about his brother. According to Adom Online, Kwaku comes from a large family with more than one sibling. He lived with his aunt and other extended family members as his parents stayed overseas in Greece.

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Career

Black Sherif picked up an interest in music and dancing while in school. Years later, in 2019, the rapper launched his career by releasing his song Cry For Me on YouTube. His second debut single, Money, was released on 25 May 2020, followed by First Sermon in May 2021.

Sherif released Second Sermon featuring Burna Boy in July 2021, further boosting his popularity.

In March 2022, Blacko released Kwaku The Traveller, a song that announced him to the international market. The song peaked at number one on the Ghanaian and Nigerian Apple Music charts. In October 2022, the musician released his debut album, The Villain I Never Was.

What type of music does Black Sherif do?

According to BET, Kwaku's music combines hip-hop, UK drill, reggae, and his native highlife. His father introduced him to various musical genres as a child, including reggae. The combination inspired him to think outside the box of a single sound to become the artist he is today.

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What is Kwaku Frimpong's net worth?

The Ghanaian musician has an alleged net worth of $50,000. His source of income includes music sales, show performances and brand endorsements.

Fast facts about Black Sherif

  1. Who is Black Sherif? He is a Ghanaian musician, singer, and songwriter. He gained popularity with his song Money, released in 2019. Black Sherif is known for blending different genres of music, including afrobeat, highlife, and hip-hop, in his music.
  2. Where is Black Sherif from? Black Sherif was born and raised in Konongo-Zongo in the Ashanti Region of Ghana.
  3. How old is Black Sherif? The musician is 21 years old as of 2023. Frimpong was born on 9 January 2002 in Ghana, and his zodiac sign is Capricorn.
  4. Who is Black Sherif's brother? Unfortunately, the star hasn't disclosed anything about his brother. But according to Adom Online, Sherif comes from a large family with more than one sibling.
  5. What is Black Sherif's net worth? Black Sherif has an alleged net worth of around $50,000.

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Black Sherif, better known as Black Sherif, is a Ghanaian singer, songwriter, and musician. He rose to prominence in 2019 following the release of the hit song Money. Since then, the singer has had several chart-topping singles, including Kwaku The Traveller and Second Sermon from his debut album, The Villain I Never Was.

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Chris Ndetei (Lifestyle writer) Christopher Ndetei is a junior reporter writer who joined the Yen team in May 2021. He graduated from the Machakos Technical College in 2009 with a diploma in ICT. Chris has over two years of experience in content creation and more than ten working in the hospitality industry. He covers lifestyle/entertainment, focusing on biographies, life hacks, gaming and guides. In 2023, Christopher finished the AFP course on Digital Investigation Techniques. You can reach him at chrisndetei@gmail.com

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