Black Sherif unveils introspective masterpiece new single ‘January 9th ’ on his birthday
Today sees BET Award-winning Ghanaian sensation Black Sherif unveils his most reflective release yet, titled ‘ January 9th , through his record label, RBA and Empire. Released on his special day, the song explores his personal experiences, emotions, and perspectives on a poignant journey through the artist’s musical evolution. Known for his distinctive style and storytelling prowess, Black Sherif continues to push the boundaries of musical expression.
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” January 9th ” not only showcases his artistic growth but also invites fans to connect with the artist on a more profound level. The song, which was produced by Joker Nharnah, with additional mixing and mastering by Samsney, combines soulful melodies with insightful lyrics, creating an emotional narrative that will resonate with fans on a personal level.
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From his struggles to triumphs, the artist lays bare his emotions, making this song a testament to authenticity and self-discovery. Sharing the inspiration behind the record, Black Sherif revealed:The number nine has become so significant to me ever since I got to know my birthday. I have fully grasped its meaning and share in the strongest conviction that the number 9 is my luckiest manifestation”
The 22-year-old continuously hints at the release of his sophomore album, which is due this year, to his fans on his social media platforms. Adjudged the second most streamed artiste globally on Audiomack in 2023. Black Sherif keeps defying the odds and breaking new grounds for music emanating from Africa on the global stage. A native of Konongo, a small mineral-rich town in the Ashanti Region of Ghana, Black Sherif, born Mohammed Ismail Sharif Kwaku Frimpong, has risen against all odds to become the country’s biggest star.
Embracing a diverse musical palette, he bridges the gap between Afrobeats, highlife, and Ghanian drill, showcasing his wordplay, storytelling, and linguistic versatility. The breakout success of “First Sermon” and “Second Sermon” in 2021 propelled Black Sherif onto the international stage, with “Kwaku The Traveller” earning him superstar status in 2022.
Since the release of his debut album in 2022, The Villain I Never Was, Black Sherif has solidified his place as one of Africa’s most powerful creative voices. and amassed massive global streaming numbers, which made him the most streamed Ghanaian artist of 2022 and 2023 on Spotify and the most streamed Ghanaian artist of all time on popular African streaming platform Boomplay.
Black Sherif has reached these pinnacles in record time—being an integral part of the front runners pushing the sounds coming from Africa globally.
