'We have the swag and the music... It's Africa's time now': Ghanian rapper Sarkodie - BBC Africa
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Published3 months ago
Duration2:57
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Languageen-GB
CategoryNews & Politics
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Video TypeYouTube Short
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Views2.1K
Likes120
Comments7
Engagement Rate5.95%
Likes per 100 views5.63
Comments per 1K views3.28
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Multi award-winning đŹđ hip hop artist Sarkodie is one of Africaâs most celebrated rappers.
Blending hip hop with hiplife and Afrobeats, Sarkodie has sold tens of millions of album copies and won over 80 awards since the release of his debut album in 2009.
For the first time, his popular Rapperholic concert series has been to Londonâs iconic Royal Albert Hall, as the rapper continues to strengthen his ties with African diaspora communities around the world.
The BBCâs Aaron Akinyemi met with him as he prepared for his performance on Ghanaâs Independence Day.
Reporter & Producer: Aaron Akinyemi
Filmed by Jenna Abaakouk
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