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Amerado
Derrick Sarfo Kantanka, best known as Amerado, is a Ghanaian rapper from Kumasi. He is the curator of Yeete Nsem, Ghana's first news casting rap series
30June
2010
30 June 2010
Early life and education
Amerado was born and raised in Ejisu, Kumasi, in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. He attended KNUST Senior High School
30June
2015
30 June 2015
Music career
Amerado's rise in the music industry began when he caught the attention of music producer Azee Ntwene after placing third at the Solid FM Freestyle Show in 2015, leading to his signing with MicBurnerz Music; he subsequently released successful singles, collaborated with notable artists like Sarkodie and Shatta Wale, and achieved recognition for his freestyle skills, with his EP "Patience" reaching No. 1 on various streaming platforms and earning him the Best EP award at the 2022 3Music Awards, while his debut studio album "G.I.N.A" featured several prominent artists.
30June
2019
30 June 2019
Live performances
Amerado has delivered remarkable live performances at prestigious events such as the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards, S-Concert, Rapperholic Show, Ghana Music Awards UK, VGMA Xperience Concert, Ghana DJ Awards, and the Ghana Party in the Park, UK.
28November
2022
28 November 2022
Awards and accolades
Amerado has received various accolades, including winning Rapper of the Year at the 2022 Ghana Music Awards USA for "Obiaa Boa" and earning recognition at the 2023 Ghana Music Awards France for his "Patience EP," while also garnering nominations in several categories across different award ceremonies such as the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards, 3Music Awards, and Ghana Music Awards UK.
30June
2023
30 June 2023
Style
Amerado predominantly raps and sings in the Twi dialect of the Akan language, occasionally incorporating English into his music. He adopted the stage name "Amerado," meaning 'Governor' in Akan, to signify his authority and dominance within the music industry.
30June
2023
30 June 2023
Brand ambassador
Amerado serves as the brand ambassador for Ghana-made chocolates, promoted by the Ghana Cocoa Board, and has actively supported the campaign by writing the song "Ghana Chocolate," in addition to collaborating with various other brands such as Vodafone Ghana, AirtelTigo, HD Plus, GoTV, Cheezzy Pizza, and more.
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