Go Back
Kwesi Arthur
First Name: 
Other Names: 
Last Name: 
Stage Name: 
Country: 
Born: 
Primary Language: 
Other Languages: 

Participations

1
Vocalist
9
Co-Performer
16
Songwriter
10
Performer
Bio
Kwesi Arthur is an award-winning Ghanaian rapper, and singer-songwriter known for his socially conscious lyrics. He began his music career in 2016 and gained recognition with the release of his single "Grind Day" in 2017. He has since released several projects, including his debut studio album "This Is Not the Tape, Sorry for the Wait" and "The Second Coming." His music addresses issues such as poverty, corruption, and social inequality and he is known for collaborating with other Ghanaian and international acts.
Discography
Albums4
This Is Not the Tape III
This Is Not the Tape III2024 • AlbumTracks: 9
Son of Jacob
Son of Jacob2022 • AlbumTracks: 15
This Is Not The Tape, Sorry 4 The Wait II
This Is Not The Tape, Sorry 4 The Wait II2020 • AlbumTracks: 3
Live from Nkrumah Krom, Vol II: Home Run
Live from Nkrumah Krom, Vol II: Home Run2019 • AlbumTracks: 9
EPs1
Live from Nkrumah Krom
Live from Nkrumah Krom2017 • EPTracks: 5
Singles30
Dupė
Dupė2022 • SingleTracks: 1
Disturb (MajorStage Live)
Disturb (MajorStage Live)2022 • SingleTracks: 1
Gbedu
Gbedu2022 • SingleTracks: 1
Nirvana
Nirvana2022 • SingleTracks: 1
Party
Party2022 • SingleTracks: 1
Celebrate (Acoustic)
Celebrate (Acoustic)2022 • SingleTracks: 1
ASHAWO SEASON
ASHAWO SEASON2022 • SingleTracks: 1
Celebrate
Celebrate2021 • SingleTracks: 1
Different
Different2021 • SingleTracks: 1
John Wick (Freestyle)
John Wick (Freestyle)2021 • SingleTracks: 1
Ghetto Vigilante
Ghetto Vigilante2021 • SingleTracks: 1
Winning
Winning2021 • SingleTracks: 1
Baajo
Baajo2020 • SingleTracks: 1
Turn On The Lights
Turn On The Lights2020 • SingleTracks: 1
Why (Nana Ama)
Why (Nana Ama)2020 • SingleTracks: 1
Revolution Sound
Revolution Sound2020 • SingleTracks: 1
Nkwasiasem
Nkwasiasem2019 • SingleTracks: 1
Zombie
Zombie2019 • SingleTracks: 1
Elevate
Elevate2019 • SingleTracks: 1
One Stone
One Stone2019 • SingleTracks: 1
This Is Not The Tape, Sorry 4 The Wait
This Is Not The Tape, Sorry 4 The Wait2019 • SingleTracks: 3
African Girl
African Girl2018 • SingleTracks: 1
Porpi
Porpi2018 • SingleTracks: 1
Fever
Fever2018 • SingleTracks: 1
Don't Keep Me Waiting
Don't Keep Me Waiting2018 • SingleTracks: 1
Woara
Woara2018 • SingleTracks: 1
No Title
No Title2018 • SingleTracks: 1
Anthem
Anthem2018 • SingleTracks: 1
Grind Day (Remix)
Grind Day (Remix)2017 • SingleTracks: 1
8pm in Tema
8pm in Tema2017 • SingleTracks: 1
Label
Record Label associated with Kwesi Arthur - past and current.
    Similar Artists
    Boutross
    BoutrossKenya |1990| Swahili
    Boutross Mwebia Munene, known popularly by his first name Boutross, is a versatile Kenyan rapper, record producer, songwriter, and singer. His journey in music began at the tender age of 12 when he started performing in local talent shows at home and in school. In 2013, Boutross embarked on his professional rap career, making a significant impact with his Shrap group known as AD Family. In 2023, he dropped his single, Angela, which trended globally and got 1 billion views on TikTok. Boutross has taken his passion for music to the next level, establishing an independent record label called ADF Music alongside his partner and manager, Musau Mumo.
    Ydee
    YdeeGambia |1920| English
    Born Yaya Dibba, Ydee is a Gambian hip-hop artist known for his unique approach to rap called Afro-Manding. His music focuses on the experience and struggles of young Gambians. Also known as Realest Mc, Ydee started rapping in 2016 and has since then built a stellar discography of well-received songs in the Gambia.
    Dibi Dobo
    Dibi DoboBenin |1920| French
    Dibi Dobo is a Beninese singer and songwriter who has recorded and released a lot of Albums. He is one of the best musician in Benin.
    Dj Dimplez
    Dj DimplezSouth Africa |1992| English
    DJ Dimplez, born Tumi Mooi, was a South African hip-hop luminary. Fueled by a lifelong passion for music, he joined Wits DJ Society during university. His impactful career began in 2004, marked by hits like "Way Up" with Cassper Nyovest, "Vacation" featuring Anatii & Da LES, and his feature on Riky Rick's "Amantombazane" remix. As the founder of Pop Bottles, a renowned hip-hop event in Johannesburg, he left an enduring mark. Sadly, DJ Dimplez passed away on March 6, 2022, from a sudden brain hemorrhage, confirmed by the Mooi family, leaving a void in the South African hip-hop community.
    YoungstaCPT
    YoungstaCPTSouth Africa |1991| English
    Riyadh Roberts, with stage moniker YoungstaCPT, is a talented rapper, lyricist and songwriter from South Africa. YoungstaCPT began his music career in 2010 and quickly gained recognition for his unique style and socially conscious lyrics. He released 30 mixtapes, six EPs, and two collaborative albums before dropping his debut solo album, "3T Things Take Time", which was an instant hit and it earned him an award. YoungstaCPT is widely regarded as one of the most outspoken South African rappers of his generation.
    Okmalumkoolkat
    OkmalumkoolkatSouth Africa |1983| Zulu
    Okmalumkoolkat, born Smiso Brian Mkhasibe, is a talented South African rapper known for his hit singles "Mswenkofontein" and "uSanele." He's one-half of the rap/electronic duo, "Dirty Paraffin" and has collaborated with London production trio, LV, on their album "Sebenza". Currently signed to Austrian label, Affine Records, he released his debut EP and album, "Holy Oxygen", and "Mlazi Milano", supported by hit singles "Ntwana Yam and Gqi". Okmalumkoolkat is known for his unique sound and has become one of South Africa's top rated artist.
    Olamide
    OlamideNigeria |1989| Yoruba
    Olamide Adedeji, popularly known as Olamide, is a multi-award-winning Nigerian rapper, singer-songwriter, and CEO of YBNL Nation. With a passion for music, he left university to pursue his dream, gaining recognition with the hit single "Eni Duro" (2010), followed by the release of his debut album, "Rapsodi," in 2011, marking the beginning of a prolific career backed by numerous albums and hit tracks. He has received a good deal of recognition, including multiple wins at the Headies Awards, the BET Awards, and the MTV Africa Music Awards, as well as a Grammy nomination in 2024 for his feature in "Amapiano" by Asake. Known for his innovative use of Yoruba in his lyrics, he is known to have pioneered "street hop" music in Nigeria.
    Cassper Nyovest
    Cassper NyovestSouth Africa |1990| English
    Refiloe Maele Phoolo is a South African rapper and songwriter known by the stage name Cassper Nyovest. Nyovest began rapping before his teenage years while he was in school. He eventually dropped out of school to pursue his love for music. Shortly after, he got signed by a record label, but the relationship was short-lived. After several highs and lows, Cassper Nyovest released his debut album, "Tsholofelo", named after his sister. And ever since, his influence in the African music sphere has skyrocketed.