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Kaakie

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Bio

Grace Kaki Awo Ocansey, better known as Kaakie, was a popular Ghanaian dancehall artist. She released her debut single "Too Much" in 2012 and became one of the most popular female dancehall artists in Ghana. Known for blending dancehall with highlife and hip-hop, Kaakie won numerous awards and was a role model for young women in Ghana. After taking a break to further her education, she returned to music in 2021 with "African Fever". Kaakie tragically passed away in a car accident in 2021.

Discography

Albums²

Kaakit Up2016 • AlbumTracks: 20

Million Dollar2015 • AlbumTracks: 1

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