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Yaa Yaa

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Yaa Yaa, born Bertha Bridget Kankam, is a Ghanaian singer, songwriter, and actress. She grew up in a musical family and started singing at a young age. She first gained recognition as a contestant on the singing competition show "Stars of the Future" in 2009. She released her debut album "Agoo" in 2017. Yaa Yaa is known for her powerful and emotive vocals, and her music draws inspiration from a variety of African musical traditions, including gospel, highlife, and Afrobeat.

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Agoo2020 • AlbumTracks: 9

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