Akwaboah Jnr Biography: Parents, Age, Net Worth, Girlfriend, Family, Wikipedia, Songs

Akwaboah Jnr. is a Ghanaian musician who has made a name for himself as a singer, songwriter, and producer.

He is one of the leading figures in the contemporary highlife and hiplife genres, blending traditional and modern sounds with his soulful voice and masterful keyboard skills.

He is also the son of the legendary highlife musician Kwadwo Akwaboah, who has influenced and inspired him throughout his career.

Akwaboah Jnr has worked with many popular artists in Ghana and beyond, such as Becca, DSP Kofi Sarpong, Sarkodie, John Legend, and Hugh Masekela.

He has won several awards for his songwriting and production talents and hosted his annual Shades of Love concert.

Profile

• Full name: Gladstorm Kwabena Akwaboah Jnr
• Date of birth: April 29, 1988
• Age: 35 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Mampong, Ashanti Region, Ghana
• Nationality: Ghanaian
• Profession: Singer, songwriter, producer, keyboardist
• Height: 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
• Parents: Kwadwo Akwaboah (father), Agnes Akwaboah (mother)
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: N/A
• Children: Two
• Relationship status: N/A
• Net worth: $3.5 million

Early Life & Education

Gladstorm Kwabena Akwaboah Jnr was born on April 29, 1988, in Mampong, a town in the Ashanti Region of Ghana, and he is currently 35.

He is the only child of his parents, Kwadwo Akwaboah and Agnes Akwaboah. His father is a renowned highlife musician who has composed songs for legendary artists such as Daddy Lumba, Amakye Dede, and Pat Thomas.

His mother is a retired teacher who also sings in the church choir. Akwaboah Jnr grew up in a musical family and was exposed to various genres of music from an early age.

He started playing the piano when he was only three years old and learned to play by ear without formal training. He attended the Mampong Preparatory School and later the St. Hubert Seminary School, where he excelled in academics and music.

He was the leader of the school choir and also participated in several musical competitions. He developed a passion for songwriting and composing and wrote his first song when he was only 12 years old.

He later enrolled at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), where he studied linguistics.

He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in 2010.

Personal Life

Akwaboah Jnr is a private person who does not share much about his personal life with the public.

He has not been married or engaged to anyone and has not confirmed any romantic relationship with anyone. Although he is a proud father of two lovely children, a boy and a girl, he has yet to reveal their names to the public.

Additionally, he is a devout Christian who believes in God and attends the Pentecost Church. He is also a philanthropist who supports various causes and charities, such as the Akwaboah Foundation, which he founded in 2018 to help underprivileged children and youth in Ghana.

He is also a sports enthusiast who enjoys playing and watching football, basketball, and tennis. He is a fan of the Ghanaian national football team, the Black Stars, and the English club, Manchester United.

Career

Akwaboah Jnr started his professional career as a keyboardist and a backup singer for various artists in Ghana. He gained recognition for his skills and was invited to play for international stars such as John Legend and Hugh Masekela when they visited Ghana.

He also began writing and producing songs for artists such as Becca, DSP Kofi Sarpong, Ofori Amponsah, and Efya.

He wrote the song “Daa Ke Daa” for Becca, which won the Songwriter of the Year award at the 2010 Ghana Music Awards.

He also wrote and produced the song “Ayeyi Ndwom” for DSP Kofi Sarpong, which won the Gospel Song of the Year award at the same event. He also wrote the song “I Do Love You” for Ofori Amponsah, which was a huge hit in Ghana and beyond.

Akwaboah Jnr launched his solo career in 2014 when he released his debut single, “I Love You”, which was well-received by the fans and critics.

He followed it up with other singles, such as “Mesan Agye Wo”, “Mewu”, “Sanbra”, and “Hye Me Bo”. He also collaborated with artists like Sarkodie, Edem, Bisa Kdei, and Ice Prince. He signed a record deal with Sarkcess Music, a label owned by the rapper Sarkodie, in 2016.

He also produced and co-wrote Sarkodie’s fourth album, Mary, which was released in 2015 and featured Akwaboah Jnr on several tracks.

He released his debut album, Matters of the Heart, in 2018, which featured 12 songs and guest appearances from Sarkodie, Efya, Strongman, and TXT.

The album was nominated for the Album of the Year award at the 2019 Ghana Music Awards. He also won the Record of the Year award for his song “Hye Me Bo” at the same event.

Akwaboah Jnr has continued to release more singles and albums, such as “Posti Me”, “Gangsta Lovin”, “Enjoy”, and “Lighthouse”.

He has also hosted his annual concert, Shades of Love, every year on February 14 since 2017. The concert showcases his romantic and soulful songs and features other artists and comedians.

He has also performed at other events and festivals, such as the Ghana Music Awards, the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards, the Ghana Meets Naija, the Afro Nation, and the Afronation Ghana. He has also toured in other countries, such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Germany.

He has won several awards and accolades for his music, such as the Best Male Vocalist of the Year award at the 2014 Ghana Music Awards, the Best Songwriter of the Year award at the 2018 3Music Awards, and the Best Highlife Artiste of the Year award at the 2020 Ghana Music Awards USA.

Net Worth

Akwaboah Jnr is one of the most successful and wealthy musicians in Ghana. He has earned much money from his music sales, streams, downloads, shows, endorsements, and other ventures.

He has also invested in some businesses and properties, such as a recording studio, a car dealership, and a mansion. He is estimated to have a net worth of $3.5 million.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @akwaboahmusic
• Twitter handle: @AkwaboahMusic

Discography

• I Love You
• Mesan Agye Wo
• Mewu
• Sanbra
• Hye Me Bo
• Forget
• Hold Me Down
• Posti Me
• Gangsta Lovin
• Enjoy
• Ensesa
• Nkasa Nkasa