Shatta Wale, born Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr. on October 17, 1984, is a Ghanaian dancehall musician, songwriter, and actor. He was born in Accra, Ghana, and grew up in the Korle Gonno neighborhood.
Shatta Wale started his music career in 2004 under the name Bandana. He gained popularity with his hit song “Moko Hoo” in 2004. He went on to release several other hit songs, including “Dancehall King,” “Everybody Like My Ting,” and “Kakai.”
In 2013, Shatta Wale won the Artiste of the Year award at the Ghana Music Awards. He has also won several other awards, including the Best African Act at the 2014 International Reggae and World Music Awards.
Apart from music, Shatta Wale has also acted in several Ghanaian movies, including “Never Say Never,” “Shattered Lives,” and “The Trial of Shatta Wale.”
Shatta Wale is known for his controversial and outspoken personality. He has been involved in several feuds with other Ghanaian musicians, including Samini, Stonebwoy, and Sarkodie.
In 2018, Shatta Wale signed a record deal with Zylofon Music, a Ghanaian record label. He has since released several albums under the label, including “Reign,” “Wonder Boy,” and “Gift of God.”
- Shatta Wale is considered one of the most successful and influential musicians in Ghana. He has a large fan base in Ghana and other African countries, as well as in the diaspora.
However, according to some sources, his net worth is estimated to be around $6 million.
