Since its inception in 2000, the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMAs) — previously often called the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMAs) — has turn into the nation’s most prestigious platform for recognising musical excellence. Organised yearly by Charterhouse, the awards honour the exhausting work, expertise, and affect of artistes throughout a number of genres.
Over time, sure musicians have risen to turn into family names, not only for their chart-topping hits but in addition for the variety of accolades they’ve secured on the TGMAs.
Beneath is a complete breakdown of probably the most awarded Ghanaian artistes within the historical past of the scheme, together with a quick overview of their contributions:
1. Sarkodie – 28 Awards
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Sarkodie, born Michael Owusu Addo, holds the document as probably the most awarded artist in TGMA historical past. Recognized for his lyrical prowess and dominance in hip-hop and hiplife, Sarkodie has gained Artiste of the Year twice and has constantly topped classes reminiscent of Greatest Rapper, Hip-Hop Music of the Yr, and Collaboration of the Yr. His albums Rapperholic, Highest, and Black Love have contributed considerably to his award tally.
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2. Okyeame Kwame – 18 Awards
Affectionately referred to as the “Rap Physician”, Okyeame Kwame shouldn’t be solely a veteran rapper but in addition a cultural icon. His contributions to Ghanaian music span many years, and he’s admired for his clear model picture and lyrical storytelling. Okyeame gained Artiste of the Year in 2009 and has additionally been recognised for Greatest Video, File of the Yr, and Greatest Collaboration.
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3. Stonebwoy – 16 Awards
Stonebwoy, a world ambassador for reggae/dancehall from Ghana, has carved a distinct segment each domestically and internationally. Successful Artiste of the Yr in 2015, he has dominated the Reggae/Dancehall Artiste of the Yr class a number of occasions. With hits like Nominate and Activate, Stonebwoy’s fusion of afrobeats, dancehall, and reggae continues to realize acclaim.
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4. Ofori Amponsah – 13 Awards
Referred to as “Mr All 4 Actual”, Ofori Amponsah was a dominant pressure in highlife music throughout the early 2000s. His romantic lyrics and soulful tunes like Emmanuella and Otoolege earned him quite a few awards, together with Highlife Artiste of the Yr and Album of the Yr.
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5. VIP (Imaginative and prescient In Progress) – 13 Awards
Now rebranded as VVIP, the group VIP was instrumental in popularising hiplife within the 2000s. They earned awards in classes reminiscent of Group of the Yr, Hiplife Music of the Yr, and Greatest Music Video, due to hit songs like Ahomka Womu and Besin.
6. KiDi – 12 Awards
KiDi, recognized for his easy voice and afrobeats sensibilities, emerged as one of the crucial promising stars of his technology. Since successful Highlife Music of the Yr in 2018 with Odo, he’s gone on to win Artiste of the Yr in 2022 and constantly scores in classes like Most Widespread Music of the Yr and Afrobeats Artiste of the Yr.
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7. Kofi Kinaata – 12 Awards
Kofi Kinaata is extensively praised for his songwriting skills, successful Songwriter of the Yr 4 occasions — a TGMA record. Mixing highlife and hiplife, his inspirational songs like Issues Fall Aside and Behind the Scenes have earned him a robust following and nationwide acclaim.
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8. Obour – 10 Awards
The previous President of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA), Obour was recognized for his socially aware lyrics and traditional-infused sound. He picked up awards for Hiplife Artiste of the Yr and Album of the Yr, with memorable tracks like Konkontiba.
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9. Kojo Antwi – 9 Awards
Dubbed “Mr Music Man”, Kojo Antwi is a residing legend within the Ghanaian music business. His soulful ballads and highlife classics have earned him awards within the Greatest Male Vocalist and Highlife Artiste classes. His musical affect stays timeless.
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10. Samini – 9 Awards
Pioneer of the trendy Ghanaian dancehall sound, Samini burst onto the scene within the early 2000s. He gained Artiste of the Yr in 2007 and continues to be recognised for his dwell performances and genre-defining songs like Linda and My Personal.
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11. Kuami Eugene – 9 Awards
Referred to as the “Rockstar”, Kuami Eugene rose rapidly after successful Artiste of the Yr in 2020. His versatility in highlife, afropop, and gospel has earned him accolades reminiscent of Most Widespread Music, Highlife Artiste, and Greatest New Artiste.
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12. E.L – 8 Awards
Rapper and producer E.L claimed Artiste of the Yr in 2016 and is thought for his influence on the choice hip-hop scene. Tracks like Koko and Mi Naa Bo Po earned him awards in a number of classes together with Greatest Rapper and Hip-Hop Music of the Yr.
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13. R2Bees – 8 Awards
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The duo of Mugeez and Paedae (R2Bees) have constantly delivered hits mixing afrobeats and hiplife. They’ve gained awards for Group of the Yr, Afropop Music, and Collaboration of the Yr, notably throughout their prime years between 2013 and 2017.
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14. Daddy Lumba – 7 Awards
A real icon, Daddy Lumba has contributed immensely to the highlife style. His timeless classics have made him a fan favorite for over three many years. He has been honoured with Highlife Artiste of the Yr, Greatest Album, and several other lifetime achievement recognitions.
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These artistes have formed the soundscape of Ghanaian music. The TGMAs function each a mirror and a platform — reflecting the tastes of audiences whereas shaping musical tendencies. Successful on the TGMAs usually alerts not simply reputation, however affect, artistry, and cultural influence.
From rap and reggae to highlife and gospel, the variety of winners through the years reveals the richness of Ghana’s music scene. As new artistes proceed to emerge, the legacy of those high TGMA winners stays a benchmark for excellence.
