Biography

Shatta Wale, born Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr. on October 17, 1984, in Accra, Ghana, is one of Africa’s most prominent dancehall and reggae artists. He rose to fame under the name Bandana in the early 2000s with his single “Moko Hoo,” but after a hiatus, he rebranded as Shatta Wale and made a powerful comeback with the smash hit “Dancehall King” in 2013. The song won him the Artiste of the Year at the Ghana Music Awards and cemented his legacy in the Ghanaian music industry.

Shatta Wale is known for his energetic performances, strong fanbase (the Shatta Movement), and unapologetic voice in the industry. His musical style blends reggae, dancehall, Afrobeats, and hiplife, and he is recognized for being a revolutionary force in Ghana’s modern music scene. Over the years, he has released multiple albums, including After the Storm, Reign, Wonder Boy, and Maali.

He has collaborated with both African and international artists, including Beyoncé, Skillibeng, Medikal, Vybz Kartel, Davido, and Tiwa Savage. Shatta Wale made global headlines for his feature on Beyoncé’s “Already” from The Lion King: The Gift album.

Shatta Wale is also an entrepreneur and actor, having starred in movies such as Never Say Never and Shattered Lives. He continues to be a vocal influencer and pioneer of African dancehall.

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