Before we delve into the topic, it is important to remember that our top female musicians in Ghana were not born as musicians. They were given names at birth during their naming ceremony. Through their musical talent and stage names, they rose to fame with their hit songs.
Have you ever been curious about the real names of some of these top female musicians? We will now explore the real names of a few, if not all, of these talented artists.
Efya
Known as one of Africa’s top vocalists, Efya is among the best in African music. She has a long-standing career and continues to create captivating music. Efya’s real name is Jane Awindor.
MzVee
She made a strong impact on the music scene with her song “Bokor Bokor,” featuring Zeal of VVIP. MzVee has earned awards and recognition in Ghana and internationally. Despite her fame, many fans are unaware that her real name is Vera Hamenoo-Kpeda.
Wendy Shay
Known as the successor to the late Ebony Reigns, Wendy Shay had a lot of pressure to live up to Ebony’s legacy. Fortunately, she delivered hit after hit, solidifying her place at the top. Despite facing controversies, she always remained strong. Fun fact: Wendy Shay’s real name is Wendy Asiamah Addo.
Eno Barony
Yes, that’s her. Eno Barony is hailed as the best female rapper in all of Africa, as per MTV. She’s the type of rapper that your favorite artist would rather avoid, as it can lead to a defeat. While I considered making a list of rappers who have steered clear of her, let’s focus on uncovering her real name. Eno Barony’s actual name is Ruth Eno Adjoa Amankwah Nyame Adom.
Gyakie
If you haven’t heard the enchanting voice singing ‘My mind dey for you,’ then you must be missing out. Gyakie, daughter of Ghanaian music legend Nana Acheampong, emerged suddenly to captivate us with her exceptional vocals and timeless song ‘Forever.’ She has recently graduated from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, so we anticipate more greatness from her. By the way, Gyakie’s real name is Jackline Acheampong.
Sista Afia
We can’t overlook Sista Afia, who consistently delivers good music that meets our expectations. She burst onto the scene with her song ‘Kro Kro No,’ and continues to provide us with her unique vibes. Controversy seems to follow her, but we’ve grown accustomed to it. Fun fact: Sista Afia’s real name is Francisca Gawugah.
