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A.B. Crentsil Songs That Will Make Ghanaians Remember Him
Legendary Ghanaian Highlife Musician, A.B. Crentsil, was one of the veteran musicians in the country. He produced some of the biggest songs which are still played on the airwaves, and on tv, not forgetting at parties, concerts and various events.
His passing has hit many Ghanaians both locally and internationally. However, YEN.com.gh would like to remind Ghanaians of some of the songs they would always remember about the ‘Ye Wo Adze A Oye’ hitmaker.
This song is on the ‘A. B Crentsil, Vol. 1’ album and it talks about financial struggles of a man who is the breadwinner of the house.
The song talks about a personal moment he shared with his lover and it highlights all the escapades which transpired between them.
3. Ye Wo Adze A Oye
‘Ye Wo Adze A Oye’ is a song that highlights the phenomenal structures and resources in the various parts of Ghana. The song also talks about all the 10 regions in Ghana at the time and what each region is known for.
A.B. Crenstil acknowledged in the song that Ghana definitely has a rich culture and rich natural resources, thus making the country wealthy.
4. Juliana
Juliana is a love song. It talks about Juliana, the alleged lover of A.B Crenstil whom he was trying to woo. He talks about the striking features of beautiful Juliana. The song was released in 2000 and it was part of the ‘Sweet Talks’ album of the legendary Ghanaian highlife musician. Till date, this song is played on the airways and at shows as well as television programs because of the relatable nature of the song.
5. Adam & Eve
The song was part of A.B. Crentsil’s album titled, ‘The Classics’. It was released in 2001 and it was a massive hit in those day
AB Crentsil: Legendary Ghanaian Highlife Musician Passes On
Meanwhile, YEN.com.gh earlier reported that Ghanaian Highlife legend, Alfred Benjamin Crentsil, who was known in showbiz as AB Crentsil has passed on at the age of 79.
The death of the celebrated musician was confirmed by sound engineer Fred Kyei Mensah who is popularly known as Fredyma. He confirmed the heartbreaking news on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, in a
Source: yen.com.gh
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Breaking News: Daddy Lumba is dead – Family announces
Ghanaian music legend Charles Kojo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, has died.
His family confirmed the sad news in a press release issued on Saturday, saying the 60-year-old passed away earlier in the day after a short illness.
“It is with profound sorrow and deep grief that the Fosu family announces the passing of Ghana’s beloved musical icon,” the statement read.
Daddy Lumba was one of Ghana’s most celebrated highlife musicians. With a career spanning more than three decades, his songs touched millions, telling stories of love, pain, joy, and hope.
He was known for his powerful voice, emotional lyrics, and unique style that made him a household name across the country and beyond.
“His soulful voice provided the soundtrack to our love stories, and his poignant lyrics captured the poetry of our struggles, dreams, and resilience,” the family said.
The family has asked for privacy as they mourn their loss and promised to announce funeral arrangements in the coming days.
The statement was signed by Fati Ali Yallah, a lawyer from Baba Jamal & Associates, on behalf of the Fosu family.
Fans, fellow musicians, and Ghanaians across the country have started pouring out tributes on social media, remembering Daddy Lumba’s unmatched contribution to Ghanaian music.
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Kwabena Kwabena launches ‘Aso’ @20, set to embark on global tour
The Ace highlife musician Kwabena Kwabena, known in private life as George Kwabena Adu, has launched ‘Aso’ @20, to celebrate the song which ushered him to the mainstream music industry.
The song, was originally released in 2004 as part of his debut album. ‘Aso’ featured other timeless tracks such as ‘Ka Kyere Me’ and ‘Trodom’.
The launch event took place on Friday, July 18, 2025 at Corks Lounge in Osu and was hosted by renowned broadcaster Andy Dosty.
“It’s an honour to see ‘Aso’, now 20 years old, still resonating with audiences and being performed by a new generation of artistes.”
Kwabena Kwabena also recounted how some executive producers among others rejected the song, due to the trends at the time.
He expressed his appreciation to all those who have contributed to his success over the period.
As part of the year-long celebration, Kwabena Kwabena announced a world tour that will span Africa, Europe, North America and Australia.
The concerts, set to begin in August, will take place in more intimate venues to allow for closer engagement with fans.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
