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Shatta Wale
Background information
Also known asBandana
Born
Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr.

(1984-10-17) 17 October 1984 (age 41)
Genres
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • record producer
  • actor
  • sound engineer
Instruments
Years active2004–present
Labels
  • Shatta Movement Records
  • Zylofon Music

Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr., (born 17 October 1984) known by his stage name Shatta Wale (pronunciation), formerly Bandana,[1][2] is a Ghanaian reggae-dancehall artist.[3]

Early life and education

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Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr. was born in Korle Gonno from Accra, Ghana at the Police Hospital on 17 October 1984 to Charles Nii Armah Mensah Snr and Elsie Evelyn Avemegah. His father is a politician, businessman and legal practitioner.[4]

He attended Seven Great Princes Academy at Dansoman, a suburb in Accra, where he demonstrated an affinity for arts and acted in a popular drama series, By the Fireside, at the National Theatre of Ghana.[5] He continued to the Winneba Secondary School, where he obtained his second cycle education.[6]

At the start of his career, he was called Doggy.[7]

Career

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Wale started with the stage name "Bandana" after senior high school, and released the hit track "Bandana from Ghana".[8][9] The song made tremendous airwaves in the Ghanaian music industry in 2004.

Wale's 2004 recording "Moko Hoo" was nominated for a Ghana Music Award.[10]

His sudden rise to fame happened at the 2013 VGMA awards, when he threw lyrical insults to the VGMA (now Telecel Ghana Music Awards), because he said they had robbed him of the Dancehall Artist of the Year award. Although the song had vulgar lyrics, it was anticipated by the media, which created his musical breakthrough.

His biggest hit in 2013, "Dancehall King," took the airwaves by surprise. Wale’s musical revenue is mostly generated through hosting shows, which attract thousands of Ghanaian youths.

In 2014, he peaked at number 38 on E.tv's "Top 100 Most Influential Ghanaian" Awards chart.[11][12] He has since then appeared on the chart every year.

In 2015, Wale asked not to be nominated in the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards even though he could have won the Artiste & Song of the year for the second time running with his hit songs "Dancehall Commando" featuring Sarkodie, "Party all night long" featuring Jah Vinci, "Wine Ya Waist" featuring Davido, and "Korle Gonno" among many hit songs he released the preceding year. Because of an impending court case with the organisers of the awards, Charter House Productions Ltd, for allegedly making defamatory remarks against the CEO of Charter House in a video he uploaded on his Facebook page.[13]

His best-known singles are "Dancehall King", "My Level" and "Taking Over". "Dancehall King" earned him the Artiste of the Year at the 2014 edition of the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards.

Wale is also an actor, and appeared in the films Never Say Never,[14] The trial of Shatta Wale[15] and Shattered Lives.[16]

He was ranked "Most Influential Musician" on social media in 2017.[17] He made a record-setting as a dancehall artist to have won 11 awards at the 2019 3 Music Awards ceremony.[18]

In 2019, Wale had a collaboration with Beyoncé titled "Already" on her album The Lion King: The Gift, which was nominated for a Grammy Award.[19][20]

In 2021, he was nominated for two awards and won the 'Best Virtual Entertainer of the Year' Award at the International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA).[21]

Wale released a song in January 2024 titled "Balloon", with an accompanying video.[22]

He performed at Vybz Kartel's Freedom Street concert in Jamaica.[23]

On April 10, 2025, Wale hosted Nigerian TikTok influencer Peller at his mansion in Ghana, sparking viral online attention through their collaborative videos and promotional appearances, particularly in connection with Shaxi, his ride-hailing company.[24]

Concerts

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Wale was the first Ghanaian to organize a digital concert on YouTube, which was dubbed the Faith Concert. This was organized to bring hope to Ghanaians and his global audience at large during the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.[25][26][27] He was selected by the Ministry of Communications, Ghana, alongside highlife musician Kuami Eugene as the headline artistes for the COVID-19 app virtual launch concert[28] held on Monday April 13, 2020.[29]

On 31 December 2024, Vybz Kartel invited Wale to perform at his Freedom Street Concert in Jamaica, due to the love and support he had shown him over the years, even when Vybz Kartel was in prison. The show featured top international artistes like Busta Rhymes, Chronic Law, Shawn Storm, Masicka, Bounty Killer, Jah Vinci, Rvssian, Spice, and Popcaan.[30]

On 18 October 2025, Wale hosted "Shatta Fest 2025 x Shattabration: The King Calls" at Black Star Square in Accra, drawing tens of thousands of fans for a free all-night concert. The event featured performances by top Ghanaian artists and tributes, marking his birthday celebration with support from MoMo Fest, Shaxi, and Charterhouse.[31]

Awards and recognition

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The Mayor of Worcester, Joseph Petty, presented Wale with the key to the city on 8 July 2017.[32]

On 18 March 2018, Wale was presented an honoree award for his contribution to reggae in Ghana at the 37th Annual Chicago Music Awards (CMA), in conjunction with the 36th International Reggae & World Music Awards (IRAWMA).[33]

On 24 April 2025, Wale was recognized at the University of Ghana's Brands and Marketing Masterclass, where his brand and marketing skills were studied.[34]

Endorsements

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In 2014, Wale became a brand ambassador for Guinness Ghana Breweries.[35] and as the brand ambassador for Rush Energy Drink.[36][37][38]

In September 2017, Kasapreko Company Limited, producers of several alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in Ghana, unveiled Wale as their newest brand ambassador for Storm Energy Drink.[39] 19 July 2023, Kasapreko Company Limited (KCL) renewed Wale's ambassador deal.[40]

On 17 November 2017, Wale signed a deal with Boss Baker Beef Roll as the brand ambassador.[41] Infinix Ghana, a smartphone company, on September 11, 2019, announced Shatta Wale as its brand ambassador.[42]

Philanthropy

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On June 12, 2024, Wale supported the "Buzstop Boys" in a community clean up exercise at Alajo in Accra and donated some amount through his foundation to the organization to keep up with their environmental initiatives.[43][44]

Accra Invasion Project

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On 16 September 2024, Wale announced the Accra Invasion Project (AIP), to find talented people in Accra, the capital of Ghana, who needed some support to make their dreams a reality. So far he has discovered nine talents: Papillon Blood, Shattonzy, Zicoranking, JoeQuaye, Blakid, Boy Cray, Kinjunia, Dosted Gennah, and Sanaa; the latter is the only female among them.[45]

Controversies

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In October 2021, Wale allegedly created a hoax that he was shot and was receiving treatment. He later turned himself in to the police.[46] He was arrested by the Ghana Police Service for allegedly involved in the creation and circulation of information to create fear and panic.[47][48] He was remanded into prison custody for a week.[49][50][51] On Tuesday, 26 October 2021, Shatta Wale was granted a GH¢100,000 self-recognizance bail at today's hearing. The case has been adjourned to November 9, 2021.[52][53][54] A fortnight after the artist was released on bail, he got caught in another confrontation with the Police as he stormed out of meeting with celebrities called at the behest of Ghana's Police Chief. Shatta Wale complained of unfair treatment at the meeting after all his colleagues were allegedly allowed to use their phones and he was not. He later reported to the meeting, he is Currently in Jail in US.[55]

In June 2025, Ghana's Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) seized Wale’s 2019 Lamborghini Urus during a search at his Trassaco Valley residence. The operation followed a request from the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in connection with Nana Kwabena Amuah, a Ghanaian convicted in the United States for money laundering and fraud.[56][57]

Wale voluntarily surrendered the car, but denied links to criminal activity, claiming he bought it for US $150,000 without knowledge of its alleged origins. He later accused EOCO's executive director of intimidation and abuse of power.[58][59]

EOCO described the operation as professional and identified Wale as a person of interest while awaiting a U.S. request to repatriate the vehicle under a mutual legal assistance treaty.[60]

On 20 August 2025, Wale was detained after voluntarily appearing at the EOCO for questioning related to the Lamborghini, which U.S. authorities said may be linked to proceeds from a $4 million fraud case. He was held overnight and released the next day on bail. His bail conditions initially required GH₵10 million with two sureties, but these were later revised to GH₵5 million with continued obligations to report regularly to EOCO. Wale's legal team stated they were cooperating with authorities, and he remains a person of interest in the ongoing investigation.[61][62][63]

Feuds

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Being a controversial artiste in the Ghana music industry, Wale has had arguments with many of his fellow artistes, such as:

  • Stonebwoy:[64] In 2018, Stonebwoy was asked about Shatta Wale's claim that Stonebwoy had refused to collaborate with him. Stonebwoy responded by saying that Shatta Wale had suggested that Stonebwoy was responsible for his mother's death in 2015. Shatta Wale denied the allegations in an interview. The beef escalated when Shatta Wale and his crew went up on stage to congratulate Stonebwoy after he won the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards for Dancehall Artiste of the Year. This led to Stonebwoy pulling out a gun on stage.
  • Sarkodie:[65] Shatta Wale has commented on his beef with Sarkodie, saying that if he replies to Sarkodie, Sarkodie's mother will beg him to stop making music.

In 2023, Wale and Kwadwo Sheldon of Kwadwo Sheldon Studios (KSS) went into entertainment beefing. The source of this beef was a comment made by Sheldon: "In his songs, Shatta Wale portrays himself as a gangster, yet he contacted the police following an online dispute". Sheldon said in an interview that he was reported to the IGP of Ghana, George Akuffo Dampare by Wale on charges of belittling his work.[66][67] On May 3, 2024, upon Wale arriving at the London airport before his performance at Indigo at The O2, Wale visibly snubbed Sheldon, who had extended his hand in greeting.[68]

#OccupyJulorbiHouse

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Wale joined the discussion surrounding the OccupyJulorbiHouse protest, expressing his disapproval of the arrest of demonstrators who were marching towards Jubilee House on September 21. His criticism of the arrests garnered support from many of his fans, some of whom suggested that he should create a song dedicated to President Akufo-Addo.[69]

Personal life

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Wale has a son with Ghanaian socialite Michelle Diamonds. He proposed to Diamonds on stage at the launch of his Reign album in 2018,[70] but they separated in 2019 over domestic violence issues.[71][72]

Wale and his girlfriend, Maali, announced the birth of their first child, a girl. They made their relationship public in 2023 after sharing photos and videos. This is Wale's fifth child but his first with Maali.[73][74]

During an October 2023 interview with the BBC's Stefania Okereke, Shatta Wale expressed regret for not pursuing a career in law. He said he was considering becoming a lawyer in the future, when he feels "financially ready", despite his music career, as law was his initial aspiration.[75]

Discography

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Studio albums

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  • Green Times Mixtape (2014)
  • Answers (The Hybrid) (2014)
  • After the Storm (2016)
  • Reign (2018)
  • Wonder Boy (2019)
  • Manacles of a Shatta (2020)
  • Maali (2023)
  • Konekt (2024)
  • Shatta and Fans Album (2024)

Singles

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Year Title Album Ref.
2016 Aroma Currency Year Mixtape [76]
2016 Like You After the Storm [77]
2015 Reality Unknown [78]
2016 Kill Dem with Prayers Unknown [79]
2016 Kakai Unknown [80]
2016 Longtime After the Storm [81]
2016 Dancehall King (Part 2) After the Storm [82]
2017 Haters Unknown [83]
2017 Affi Di Money Unknown [84]
2017 Shame On You Unknown [85]
2017 Disaster African Takeover [86]
2017 Patoranking African Takeover [87]
2018 Zylofon Unknown [88]
2018 True Believer Unknown [89]
2018 Ego Taya Dem Unknown [90]
2018 Storm Unknown [91]
2018 Shito Unknown [92]
2018 Performer Unknown
2018 Thunder Fire Unknown [93]
2018 Don't Baby My baby Reign
2018 Bend Over Reign [94]
2018 Squeeze Reign
2018 I Regret Reign
2018 If i See Reign
2018 Give Dem Something Reign
2018 Crazy Reign
2018 Amount Reign
2018 Wonders Reign
2018 Rosalinda Reign
2018 Sister Sister Reign
2018 Mama Stories Reign
2018 Gringo Reign
2018 My Mind Is Made Up Reign
2018 Caesar Reign
2018 Exodus Reign
2018 One Way Style Reign
2018 My Level Unknown
2019 Shatta with 9 (feat. 9TYZ) Unknown
2019 Packaging (feat. Medikal) Unknown
2019 Run 4 yuh life Unknown
2019 No Look Unknown [95]
2019 Weather Forecast Unknown [96]
2019 I Hate Nonsense Unknown [97]
2019 Borjor Unknown [98]
2020 Miss Money Unknown [99]
2020 Ahodwo Las Vegas ft Kofi Jamar, Amerado, Ypee, Kweku Flick, King Paluta, Phrimpong & Phaize Unknown [100]
2020 Party with the Stars (Feat. Munga Honorable, Tifa) Unknown [101]
2022 Born Crey Unknown [102]
2022 Bess Lyf ft Jupitar Unknown [103]
2022 Fear Mi Unknown [104]
2022 On God Unknown [105]
2022 Shoulder Unknown [106]
2022 Hunter Unknown [107]
2024 2024 Unknown [108]
2024 Designer Unknown [109]
2024 Who say Unknown [110]
2024 Blessings ft Amerado SAFA [111]
2025 Jo Lese Unknown
2025 Street Crown Voice of the Crown

Videography

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Year Title Director Ref.
2020 Hajia Bintu (feat. Ara B & Captan) Shatta Wale & PKMI [112]
2019 Island Yaw Skyface [113]
2019 Crazy sesan
201 My level Sesan [114]
2018 Gringo Sesan [115]
2018 Bullet Proof Sesan [116]
2017 Nobody Go Talk Rex [117]
2017 Life Changer Rex [118]
2017 Waitti Will Drey [119]
2017 Ayoo Sire Chopperson [120]
2017 Taking Over Sire Chopperson [121]
2016 Shatta Story Mexx Studio [122]
2016 Krom Aye Shi (Town Make Hot) Lex MacCarthy [123]
2016 Too Sweet Will Drey [124]
2016 Story to Tell Prince Dovlo [125]
2016 Too Much Chemical Prince Dovlo [126]
2016 Kill Dem with Prayers Lex MacCarthy [127]
2016 Kakai Xpress Philms
2016 Baby (Chop Kiss) Lex MacCarthy [128]
2013 Every Body Like My Tin PressPlay Vidz 48
2015 Gather Around Lex MacCarthy 49

Filmography

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Year Title Role Ref.
2016 Shattered Lives N/a [129]
2014 Never Say Never N/a [130]
2018 The Trial of Shatta Wale (Kejetia Vs Makola) Shatta Wale
2023 Serwaa [131]

Awards and nominations

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YearEventPrizeRecipientResultReference
2013Ghana Music AwardsReggae Dancehall Song of the Year – Shatta CityShatta WaleNominated[132][133]
2014 Channel O Music Video Awards Most Gifted Ragga Dancehall Video "Everybody Likes My Ting" Nominated [134][135]
4Syte TV Music Video Awards Best Reggae/Dancehall Video Won [136]
Most Popular Video Won
2014 Nigeria Entertainment Awards African Artiste of the Year Won [137]
African Muzik Magazine Awards Best Male West Africa Nominated [138]
Best Dancehall Artiste Nominated
Ghana Music Awards Artiste of the Year Won [139]
Best Collaboration of the Year "Hot Cake"
Pope Skinny feat. Shatta Wale
Nominated
Reggae/Dancehall Song of the Year Nominated
"Fever"
D2 feat. Shatta Wale
Nominated
"Dancehall King" Won
Nigerian Entertainment Awards African Artiste of the Year Won [140]
BASS Awards Best Performer of the Year Won [141][142]
Best Collaboration of the year D2 ft. Shatta Wale – "Fever" Nominated
Shatta Wale ft. D Black – "Ina the Party" Nominated
Best Video Dancehall "Like My Thing" Won
Dancehall Artiste of the Year Shatta Wale – "Enter the Net" Won
International Reggae and World Music AwardsBest New EntertainerShatta WaleWon[143]
Jigwe AwardsJigwe Musician of the YearShatta WaleWon[144]
Ghana DJ AwardsDJ's Song of the YearShatta Wale – Dancehall KingWon[145]
2015African Entertainment AwardsBest African Reggae / Dancehall ArtisteShatta WaleNominated[146][147]
African Muzik Magazine AwardsBest Dancehall ArtisteShatta WaleNominated[148][149][150][151][152]
Swish HQ UK AwardsBest SongShatta Wale & Sonni BaliNominated[153][154]
International Reggae and World Music AwardsBest Music Video – You Can't Touch MeShatta WaleNominated[155]
3G AwardsPublisher's Choice AwardShatta WaleWon[156]
MOBO AwardsBest African ActShatta WaleNominated[157][158]
GN Bank AwardsPeople's Choice Male MusicianShatta WaleWon[159]
2016Blogging and Social Media AwardsArtiste with the Best Social Media PresenceShatta WaleWon[160]
Golden Movie Awards AfricaGolden DiscoveryShatta WaleWon[161][162]
Africa Europe DJ Awards (Italy)Best Song of the Year – KakaiShatta WaleWon[163]
Nigeria Entertainment AwardsAfrican Male Artiste of the YearShatta WaleWon[164][165][166]
Afrimma AwardsDancehall Artiste of the YearShatta WaleWon[167][168][169]
Africa Youth Choice AwardsArtiste of the YearShatta WaleNominated[170][171]
City People Entertainment AwardsGhana Musician of the Year Award – MaleShatta WaleWon[172]
Africa Entertainment Awards – USBest Dancehall ArtisteShatta waleWon[173][174]
International Reggae and World Music AwardsBest African Song/Entertainer – Chop KissShatta waleWon[175][176]
International Reggae and World Music AwardsBest Music Video -Chop KissShatta WaleNominated[175][176]
Ghana Kids Choice AwardsBest Dancehall Icon of the YearShatta WaleWon[177][178]
African Royal AwardsBest International ActShatta WaleWon[179]
Ghana DJ AwardsDJ's Song of the Year – KakaiShatta WaleWon[180][181]
African Entertainment Legends AwardsAfrican Dancehall Act of the YearShatta WaleNominated[182][183]
Ghana Music Awards UKMusic Producer of the YearShatta Wale (Da Maker)Won[184]
Ghana Music Awards UKMost Popular Song – KakaiShatta WaleWon[184]
Most Popular Song – Chop KissNominated
Reggae / Dancehall Song of the Year – KakaiNominated
Reggae / Dancehall Song of the Year – Hol' ItNominated
Reggae / Dancehall Artiste of the YearWon
Album of the YearAfter the Storm – Shatta WaleNominated
Artiste of the YearShatta WaleNominated
Ghana Music Awards UK 2018Raggae/Dancehall song of the YearShatta WaleNominated[185]
WatsUp African Music Video AwardsBest West African VideoChop Kiss – Shatta WaleNominated[186]
WatsUp African Music Video AwardsBest African Male VideoChop Kiss – Shatta WaleNominated[186]
WatsUp African Music Video AwardsBest African PerformanceAfter The Storm – Shatta WaleNominated[186]
WatsUp African Music Video AwardsBest African Reggae/Dancehall VideoChop Kiss – Shatta WaleWon[186]
4Syte Music Video AwardsBest Reggae/Dancehall VideoShatta WaleWon[187][188]
4Syte Music Video AwardsMost Popular VideoShatta WaleNominated
4Syte Music Video AwardsBest Directed VideoShatta WaleNominated
4Syte Music Video AwardsBest Story Line VideoShatta WaleNominated
4Syte Music Video AwardsBest Male VideoShatta WaleNominated
4Syte Music Video AwardsMost Influential ArtisteShatta WaleWon
Ghana Peace AwardsArt for Peace of the YearShatta WaleWon[189]
muzato emmerson Music AwardsPeople Choice of the YearShatta WaleWon[189]
Africa Youth AwardsMusician of the YearShatta WaleNominated[190]
Jigwe AwardsJigwe Musician of the YearShatta WaleNominated[191][192]
2017Ghana Music HonoursBest ProducerShatta WaleWon[193]
Ghana Music HonoursPeople's Choice AwardShatta WaleWon[194]
Ghana Naija Showbiz AwardsBest Male ActShatta WaleWon[195][196]
Ghana Entertainment Awards USABest SongShatta Wale-KakaiWon[197][198]
EMY Africa AwardsMan of the Year – EntertainmentShatta WaleNominated[199]
Ghana Entertainment Awards USABest EntertainerShatta WaleWon[198][197]
African Pride AwardsArtiste of the YearShatta WaleWon[200][201]
Ghana Events AwardsBest Event Set UpShatta Wale (After the Storm Concert)Won[202][203]
Ghana Music Awards UKAfro Beats Artiste of the YearShatta WaleWon[204][205]
Ghana Music Awards UKCollaboration of the YearShatta Wale ft Addi sef, Captan & Joint 77Won[204][205]
Ghana Music Awards UKArtiste of the YearShatta WaleWon[204][205]
Ghana Music Awards UKAfro Pop Artiste of the YearShatta WaleWon[204][205]
Ghana Music Awards UKReggae/Dancehall Artiste of the YearShatta WaleWon[204][205]
Eastern Music AwardsMost Influential Artiste of the YearShatta WaleWon[206]
African Entertainment Awards (US)Best Dancehall ArtisteShatta WaleWon[207]
People's Celebrity AwardsFavourite Male MusicianShatta WaleWon[208]
Ultimate People's CelebrityShatta WaleWon[208]
4Syte Music Video AwardsMost Popular VideoShatta Wale- Taking OverWon[209]
Soundcity MVP Awards FestivalBest Male MVPShatta WaleNominated[210]
African Artiste of the YearShatta WaleNominated[210]
Digital Artiste of the YearHimselfNominated[210]
20183 Music AwardsSong of the YearAyooWon[211]
Song Writer of the YearShatta WaleWon[211]
Facebook Star of the YearShatta WaleWon[211]
Male Act of the YearShatta WaleWon[211]
Ghana Music AwardsBest Collaboration of the YearTaking OverWon[211]
Dancehall Artiste of the YearShatta WaleNominated[211]
Dancehall Song of the YearDem ConfuseNominated[211]
Hiplife Song of the Year AyooNominated[211]
Song of the Year Taking OverNominated[211]
African Entertainment Awards (US)Best Dancehall ActShatta WaleWon[212]
Ghana Entertainment Awards (US)Best SongTaking OverWon[211]
Best CollaborationTaking OverWon
Best EntertainerShatta WaleWon
Best Reggae/Dancehall ActShatta WaleNominated
2019Ugandan Music Excellence AwardsBest African Music VideoShatta WaleWon[213]
3 Music AwardsViral Song of the YearShatta Wale-GringoWon[214][215]
Highlife Song of the YearShatta WaleNominated
Reggae Dancehall Song of the YearShatta Wale-GringoWon
Digital Artiste of the YearShatta WaleWon
Fan Army of the YearShatta movement-Shatta WaleWon
Reggae Dancehall Act of the YearShatta WaleWon
Music Video of the YearShatta Wale-GringoWon
Album of the YearShatta Wale-Reign AlbumNominated
Song of the YearShatta Wale-My LevelWon
Male Act of the YearShatta WaleWon
2019Vodafone Ghana Music AwardsArtiste of the YearShatta WalePending[216]
Highlife Song of the YearShatta Wale-My LevelWon
Reggae Dancehall Song of the YearShatta Wale-GringoWon
Afro Pop Song of the YearShatta Wale – Thunder Fire feat SM MilitantsNominated
Reggae Dancehall Artiste of the YearShatta WaleNominated
Best Video of the YearShatta Wale – Gringo (Dir Sesan)Nominated
Vodafone Most Popular Song of the YearShatta Wale-My LevelPending
Album of the YearShatta Wale-Reign AlbumNominated
Best African CollaborationShatta Wale ft OlamideNominated
Artiste of the DecadeShatta WaleNominated
Ghana Music Awards UKReggae Dancehall Artist of the YearHimselfWon[217]
Popular Song of the Year"My Level"Won

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