Eno Barony, also known as Ruth Eno Adjoa Amankwah Nyame Adom, is the first female rapper and a Ghanaian Hip hop artist to gain mainstream recognition for her awesome rap skills in an industry that is dominated by men. Eno Barony is known for being a lyrical heavyweight rapper and her courage in the way she embarrasses established artists in her music. Eno is among the most decorated female rappers in Africa; she was awarded the Best Female Rap Act in Africa by the African Muzik Magazine Awards (AFRIMMA) in 2020. In 2021, she won the Rapper of The Year award by both 3music Awards, and the Ghana Music Awards USA. In April 2023, she was featured in a special interview on BBC News Africa.
Just A Look At Eno Barony’s Profile
PROFILE SUMMARY
- Real Name: Ruth Eno Adjoa Amankwah Nyame Adom
- Age: 32 Years (as of 2025)
- Date of Birth: October 30, 1991
- Nationality: Ghanaian
- Hometown: Ahwerase, Eastern Region
- Tribe: Akuapem
- Social Media:
- Facebook: Eno BaronyÂ
- Instagram: @eno_baronyÂ
- Twitter: @eno_baronyÂ
EARLY LIFE AND FAMILY
Eno Barony was born in Tema Community 4 in the Greater Accra Region. Eno’s father is Reverend Abraham Nyame Adom, and Mrs. Rebecca Nyame Adom is her mother (who is deceased). Eno was raised in a religious household (her father is a minister) and raised her in a religious community in Tema and Ashaiman with two brothers and a sister. Eno Barony identifies with an Akuapem root from Ahwerase in the Eastern Region where her mother originated from. Eno Barony’s father is an Asante man from Winiso in the Ashanti Region. EDUCATIONALÂ
BACKGROUND
Eno’s educational journey started at Shallom Preparatory School and continued at Cambridge Academy for her lower elementary schooling. Eno completed Junior High school at Methodist J.H.S., after which she attended Methodist Day Secondary School (Great MEDASS) in Tema for her Senior Secondary School education. She then studied for a degree in Marketing at Kumasi Technical University (Previously Kumasi Polytechnic).
Personal life
Eno Barony is not married, and together with a partner, she has no children.
The music journey: From gospel to rap royalties
Eno Barony’s story is as inspirational as her lyrics. Growing up in a religious home, she used to sing gospel songs at church. Her parents thought she would become a gospel musician. Once she started listening to rap in Junior High School in Ashaiman, she quickly fell in love with the genre.
Eno began to hone her talent at Methodist Day Senior High School, where Ghanaian musician Stay Jay discovered her and brought her into the music scene in Tema. After recording her first song, “Yefre Me Sen Eno,” at Laxio Beats’s studio in Kumasi while she was studying in tertiary school, the song became popular in the Ashanti Region. Eno’s career took off when she refixed Joey B and Sarkodie’s “Tonga,” which made her a household name nationally. Since then Eno has worked with some of the best musicians in the country—Shatta Wale, Ebony Reigns, Stonebwoy, Medikal, Efya, and Becca. She has released multiple singles, more than 15. Additionally, she has released two well-received albums, Yaa Asantewaa (2017) and Ladies First (2021).
ALBUMS
- Yaa Asantewaa (December 30, 2017)
- Ladies First (January 29, 2021)
POPULAR SONGS
* Only Jah
* D33D3W ft. Sista Afia
* Don’t Judge Me ft. Dee Wills
* God Is A Woman ft. Efya
* Force Them To Play Nonsense ft. Sister Deborah & Strongman
* Argument Done
* Heavy Load
* Fear No Man
* Cheat ft. Kelvyn Boy
* The Finish Line ft. Amerado
Awards and Achievements
Eno Barony has made her mark and has also won many awards for her abilities, including
* Best Female Rap Act in Africa – AFRIMMA and 2020
* Rapper of the Year – 3Music Awards 2021
* Best Rap Performance – Vodafone Ghana Music Awards 2021
* Rapper of the Year – Ghana Music Awards USA 2021
* Best Female Lyricist of the Year – Comedy and Poetry Awards 2020
Net worth
Eno Barony’s net worth is currently estimated at $650,000, not bad so far into her career, and it shows that she is becoming one of the African influences and beyond.
FAQs About Eno Barony
How old is Eno Barony?
She is 32 years old in 2023.
Where is Eno Barony from?
Ahwerase is in the Eastern Region of Ghana.
What inspired Eno Barony to become a rapper?
Eno’s connection with rap music came when she was in Junior High School in Ashaiman, and her talent was developed at Methodist Day Senior High School, where she met Stay Jay.
Why Eno Barony is a ‘Force’
Eno Barony is not only a rapper, she’s a ‘Force’! Her arrival in the music industry has radiantly shown what the women’s power of resilience can do, as she has fought barriers in an industry that has generally been male-dominated. Eno Barony has been able to combine impactful rap together with descriptive, relatable stories, creating her stable listening fan base and academic eloquence. With her steady achievements, collaborations, and impactful music, Eno Barony will continue leading as a symbol for the new generation of African artists, proving that success can come regardless of gender along the way.
If you love rap music or if you enjoy being inspired, you’ll find hope and determination for persistence, creativity, and being true to yourself with Eno Barony and her journey.
