Tag: M.anifest
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More Than Just Words Mixtape
This mixtape is a compilation of songs in which artists speak about their mental health. Featured songs include: Sanctum by Boogey, Human Being by M.I. Abaga, Changed by Nasty C, Joe Spazm SZN by Terry Tha Rapman, and Suffer by M.anifest. Specific themes discussed in these songs concerning mental health…
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“WEST AFRICA TIME,” M.anifest and multnational identity.
M.anifest, the Ghanaian-born rapper and producer moved to the U.S. in 2001 to attend Macalester College in Minneapolis. Since completing his Bachelor’s of Arts degree in 2005, M.anifest has split his time between Ghana and the States. In the 2023 collaboration with South African artist A-Reece “WEST AFRICA TIME,” M.anifest…
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Rosa Ree Empowers Us, in Her Single”Blue Print”
In her single “Blue Print”, Rosa Ree sends the beautiful message that Black people are the blueprint. In Western media and education, Black history is conceptualized through stories of slavery and colonialism worldwide. Rarely are there mainstream outlets for us to learn about our history and divine connection to Africa,…
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We no dey hear
By: Victoria Odegbami February 14th, 2024 “M.anifest” born as Kwame Ametepee Tsikata is a multi-award winning Ghanaian rapper, singer songwriter. He started writing and making beats at a young age. M. anifest debuted his first album, “Manifestations,” in 2007. He released another single “Someway bi” in 2015 which placed him…
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Suffer II: M.anifest’s Rebirth of a Classic Social Commentary
Towards the end of 2023, Ghanaian artist, M.anifest, released the second edition of his previously released single, “Suffer;” which speaks on the reality of everyday life and the bitter necessity of experiencing struggle. In his second edition, M.anifest adds a more melodic feel by introducing a chorus of singers emphasizing…
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HHAP 90: News, Events, and Rap Joint Lagos
Apple Music’s Hip Hop DNA | The Sound of Freedom: The Evolution of SA Hip-Hop Apple Music is celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip-hop with the “Hip Hop DNA” series. One episode is focused on South Africa. The Hip Hop DNA series shows the diversity of hip-hop sounds, histories, and…
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Sarkodie Brown Paper Bag
The Ghanaian hip hop artist, Michael Kwesi Owusu Addo, more popularly known for his stage name Sarkodie was born in Koforidua, Ghana the summer of 1988 before moving to Tema, Ghana where his family settled down during his adolescent years. Sarkodie began his hip music career as an underground rapper…
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Meaning Through Music: Sarkodie’s Lyrical Legacy
Music is a powerful form of art in which individuals can express their emotions and convey meanings through beautiful, harmonious ways. Conveying such passion through lyricism and melody is no easy task. There is also an immense challenge in eloquently evoking emotions and experiences that one endures through rhythm. When…