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Black Prophet

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Bio

Born and raised in Ghana, Kenneth Wilberforce, is a renowned reggae music composer, performer and a member of Rastafari movement. Black Prophet's career in music began in the early 1990s, performing with a local reggae band in Accra. He later moved to Europe, where he honed his skills and developed his unique sound. Over the years, Black Prophet has released several albums, including "Reasoning," and "Stories of Life". His music has also gained international recognition, and he has performed on stages across the world, including in the United States, Europe, and Africa. Black Prophet continues to be a positive influence in the Ghanaian music scene, using his music to inspire and motivate his fans.

Discography

Albums⁵

Stories of Life2016 • AlbumTracks: 12

Prophecy2015 • AlbumTracks: 12

Tribulations2011 • AlbumTracks: 18

Masses2009 • AlbumTracks: 5

Legal Stranger2006 • AlbumTracks: 12

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