Generation Z, defined as those born roughly between the mid-1990s and the early 2010s, is leading this shift with their creative boundary-pushing and new ways.

Through innovative collaborations and viral dance challenges, Ghanaian Gen Z musicians have carved out a unique space for themselves in the music business. They are using technology, redefining genres, and defying expectations to take their careers to previously unheard-of heights of success.

Leading this charge are notable individuals such as Olive the Boy, Black Sherif, Gyakie, and numerous others. Gen Z musicians, in contrast to their forebears, take a digital-first approach, utilizing social media sites like Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube to promote their music and interact with fans throughout the globe.

Gen Z performers are creating waves both domestically and abroad, captivating listeners with their talent and establishing a lasting impression on Ghana’s music scene. They range from viral sensations to award-winning sensations.

Let’s examine some of the innovators influencing Ghanaian music in more detail.

Black Sherif

Born in 2002, Mohammed Ismail Sherif is well known by his stage name, Black Sherif. He has gained considerable recognition for his meaningful and realistic songs. His breakout hit, “Second Sermon,” struck a deep chord with listeners and catapulted him to widespread recognition. Black Sherif has emerged as a significant player in the Ghanaian music scene thanks to his exploration of topics related to obstacles in life and the unwavering pursuit of goals. He was just named the VGMA Artist of the Year, and his soul-stirring music never fails to enthrall audiences.