KWESI AMEWUGA
Bodjah Anthony Kwesi Amewuga, known as ‘Kwesi Amewuga,’ is slowly trending for his rap, song, and lyrics delivery as a talent and artist in the music industry in Ghana. Kwesi was born on the 21st day of July 1996 in Sefwi Wiawso, Ghana.
At 27, born and raised and singing professionally in his hometown, Kwesi Amewuga is an excellent rapper, singer, and songwriter, and he is letting the world know how talented he is.
Kwesi comes from a culturally diverse family; his mother, Susana Bodjah, is from Sefwi Wiawso, and his father, Anthony Bodjah, is Ewe in Ghana. Kwesi grew up in a family of 4 siblings. His sibling, Kwabena Lyta, is a musician and has played a big part in Kwesi Amewuga’s music career.
HIS EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION
Kwesi Amewuga’s life started in Sefwi Wiawso, where he graduated from primary and junior high school and spent another year in Sefwi Wiawso when he attended St. Mary’s seminary/senior high school, Lolobi, Volta, before he transferred to St. Joseph Senior High, where he completed his secondary education.
When Kwesi finished school, he worked at the filling station in Sefwi Wiawso as a pump attendant while pursuing his music passion. His humble beginnings are worth noting.
HIS MUSIC JOURNEY
Kwesi first fell in love with music in his Junior High School. He was inspired by his older brother, Kwabena Lyta, who was already pursuing music on a serious level. Kwesi began learning the rap lyrics from his brother, freestyling raps for his classmates, and eventually decided to write lyrics of his own in JHS 2, and his classmates were impressed with his originality and creativity.
Kwesi’s breakthrough came when Lyta started taking him along for local concerts and events in Sefwi Wiawso.Â
During his period of studying in high school, Kwesi began recording songs in the studio, and he released his first single.
Kwesi’s introductory break into the music industry in Ghana was in 2020, when he started participating in rap challenges on social media and also uploaded freestyle rap videos on YouTube and TikTok.Â
HIS NOTABLE SONGS
Kwesi Amewuga Music is versatile in a lot of respects and creative. He released his first EP, YOUNG LANDGUARD in 2023 after his debut established him in the industry. Here are some of his popular songs:
– Prepare
– Tompoo
– Feelings
– Kwesi bÉ”damfoÉ”
– Asosr3 (ft. Kwabena Lyta)
– Make The Tell Yo
– In My Zone
– Let It Go
– Ahaban
– Focus
– Moves
– Obiaa
– Hunter
– Do or Die
– Chant
– Blood Money
– Talent Over Hype Flow
– Landguard
– Ready
– Mokasa
– Prayer
– Cut Them Off
HIS AWARDS AND NOMINATIONS
Kwesi Amewuga has been recognized for his skill and has been nominated on other occasions, especially in the Western North Region.
Awards:
– Best Rapper of the Year (2022)
– Song of the Year (2022)
– HipHop Song of the Year (2022)
Nominations:
– Next Rated Act (Western North Region) – 3Music Awards (2022)
– Hiplife/HipHop Artist of the Year – Western North Music Awards (2022)
– Best Rapper of the Year – Western North Music Awards (2021)
– Popular Song of the Year – Western North Music Awards (2021)
– HipHop Song of the Year – Western North Music Awards (2021)
– Music Video of the Year (2021) – Western North Music Awards (2021)
– Artist of the Year – Western North Music Awards (2021)
– Best Rapper – Western North Music Awards (2020)
– Best HipHop Song – Western North Music Awards (2020)
– Best Hiplife/HipHop Artiste – Western North Music Awards (2020)
HIS PERSONAL LIFE
Kwesi Amewuga is currently not married and has no children. He is committed to music and is engaging young talents as part of his story of not giving up.
HIS NET WORTH
Kwesi Amewuga’s net worth is estimated to be around $450,000, which again shows his status as a force in the music industry.
FAQS ABOUT KWESI AMEWUGA
Where is Kwesi Amewuga from?
Kwesi Amewuga is from Sefwi Wiawso in the Western North Region, but he is also half Volta Region, from his dad.
How old is Kwesi Amewuga?
He was born on July 21, 1996, making him 28 years old.
What is Kwesi Amewuga’s best-known body of work?
He has gained a lot of audience from his Young Landguard EP (2023) and singles Prepare, Tompoo, and Kwesi bɔdamfoɔ.
FINAL THOUGHTS
The journey of Kwesi Amewuga from small-town boy to celebrated musician indicates perseverance, passion and hard work. With his unique artistry and passionate following, he can surely claim status as one of Ghana’s upcoming stars in the music industry.
