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  therappernat Releases “Freedom,” the First Chapter of a New Sound Kasoa, Ghana — September 25, 2026: Hiplife artist therappernat , known off stage as Nathaniel Mensah, is set to release his new single “Freedom” on September 25, 2026, across major music streaming platforms. The song represents a new chapter in the Kasoa-based artist’s musical journey and introduces a sound he says he has spent recent years discovering and developing. “Freedom is the first of the new sound that I have discovered. I'm hoping when the world hears, they will see what I see and feel what I feel,” therappernat says." A Song About Self-Ownership and Resilience Written entirely by therappernat, “Freedom” explores themes of self-discovery, isolation, resilience and the determination to remain true to oneself. The song moves from a place of quiet isolation into a more defiant expression of independence. Its message centres on fighting for personal freedom, confronting inner demons and taking control...

  Ghanaian rapper therappernat has unveiled the official cover art for his upcoming single “Freedom,” giving listeners a first look at the visual identity surrounding his next musical release. The song is scheduled for release on September 25, 2026 , and the cover-art reveal marks another step in the rollout of the highly anticipated single. A New Chapter With “Freedom” “Freedom” explores themes of independence, personal battles and the search for something deeper . The song reflects on the pressures and struggles that can come with finding one's own path while remaining determined to live and create on one's own terms. The title itself points toward a central idea running through the record: the desire to break away from limitations and fight for personal freedom. More Than Just a Title The upcoming single appears to continue therappernat's focus on personal experiences and self-expression. The lyrics touch on periods of keeping a low profile, fighting personal demons an...

Ghana's music scene has found itself in another interesting debate after two of the country's biggest names, Kweku Smoke and Black Sherif , released new projects on the same day. On September 4, 2026, Kweku Smoke released his 13-track album NO DAYS OFF , while Black Sherif dropped the six-track SUN SHERIF EP. The coincidence immediately sparked conversations among Ghanaian music fans, with some questioning whether the two releases were simply a scheduling coincidence or whether Kweku Smoke deliberately chose the date as a statement. Now, almost two weeks into the releases, the debate has shifted from who released the better project? to a much bigger question: Is Kweku Smoke beginning to challenge Black Sherif's position at the top of Ghana's current rap scene? Same Day, Different Projects The two releases arrived with very different formats. Kweku Smoke's NO DAYS OFF is a 13-track project, giving listeners a considerably longer body of work to consume. Black Sher...

therappernat is a Ghanaian rapper and recording artist who began his musical journey in 2015 as an Urban Gospel artist. After several years in the genre, he transitioned in 2018, marking a new chapter in his artistic development and opening the door to a broader musical identity. His evolution as an artist has been shaped by a desire to express real experiences, personal perspectives, and the realities of everyday life. Drawing from Ghanaian Hip-Hop and Hiplife alongside contemporary influences, therappernat has developed an approach to music centred on honest expression, storytelling, and authenticity. His writing explores themes including perseverance, independence, loyalty, self-belief, personal struggles, ambition, and the pursuit of freedom. Rather than simply following trends, he uses music as a means of documenting his experiences and expressing the mindset behind his journey. In August 2026, therappernat released “ STEADY ,” produced by BeatzNhatty . The track captures the mi...

  Ghana’s gospel music community is mourning the loss of veteran singer and songwriter Bernice Offei , who has died at the age of 63. Offei reportedly passed away on the morning of Saturday, September 12, 2026 , bringing to an end a music career that spanned several decades and produced some of the memorable gospel songs associated with an earlier generation of Ghanaian music listeners. Her death was announced by fellow gospel personalities, including musician Nii Noi, while other industry figures also shared tributes following the news. Gospel music producer Kwesi Ernest described her as a gospel music legend. The cause of her death has not been publicly confirmed. Bernice Offei's death comes after recent missing-person scare The news is particularly shocking because it comes only days after concerns were raised about Bernice Offei's whereabouts. On September 1, reports emerged that the gospel musician had been reported missing in Accra. Her disappearance prompted appeals from...

  Ghana’s music industry has found itself in another heated celebrity dispute, this time involving two of the country’s biggest musical exports: dancehall star Stonebwoy and rap heavyweight Sarkodie . What initially appeared to be a message about toxic fan behaviour has developed into a much deeper public disagreement involving loyalty, accountability, old grievances, private conversations, Sarkodie’s relationship with other artistes, the 2020 Black Love Concert controversy and, unexpectedly, a plate of jollof rice. Neither Stonebwoy nor Sarkodie has officially declared a full-blown musical beef, but their recent exchanges have exposed tensions that appear to have existed beneath the surface for years. How the latest tension started The latest chapter began on September 7, 2026, when Sarkodie addressed his SarkNation fanbase. The rapper called on his supporters to promote his music without attacking other artistes or engaging in toxic fan wars. On the surface, the message appeared...

Kasoa's entertainment scene has found itself at the centre of a fresh music controversy following the release of a new diss track from BeatJoeyKyz, who has turned an incident at the recent Kasoa Celebrities Concert into the subject of his latest record. Released on September 10, 2026, the track, titled "Kasoa Celebrities Concert," sees BeatJoeyKyz revisit what appears to have been a sour experience at the event. The record is now drawing attention among listeners because of the rapper's repeated use of the phrase "mo'abodam," an Akan expression that can be understood as "are you mad?" But the phrase itself may not be what has people talking the most. What Happened at the Concert? In the diss, BeatJoeyKyz claims that he was booed while performing on stage by fans supporting another artist. He does not, however, directly mention the artist's name. Instead, he describes the person as a highlife artist, leaving listeners to interpret who ...

After introducing a quiet conversation around independence, isolation and the battles people often carry without anyone noticing, therappernat has now revealed the next chapter. The Ghanaian rapper is set to release a new single titled “Freedom” on September 25, 2026. The announcement follows the publication of The Freedom Nobody Sees , a Real Mind Musik piece that explored what freedom can mean beyond the obvious idea of simply escaping restrictions. The article touched on the unseen struggles that come with finding your own path, dealing with loneliness and confronting personal battles. Now, the idea has a soundtrack. What Is “Freedom” About? “Freedom” takes a deeply personal look at the mindset behind moving through life on your own terms. The song reflects on being misunderstood, dealing with people who come and go, walking your own path and carrying struggles that may never be visible to the people around you. Rather than presenting freedom as som ething that simply comes f...

 Freedom is often imagined as having no limits. No one telling you what to do. No one standing in your way. No one holding you back. But sometimes, freedom is much quieter. It is choosing to keep moving when nobody understands where you are going. It is learning to walk alone without constantly needing people beside you. It is fighting battles that nobody sees and carrying things you rarely speak about. There are people who will call you a friend but never truly understand you. Some will disappear when you need them. Others may slow you down, doubt your direction, or simply choose to walk away. And sometimes, the hardest battle isn't with them. It is with yourself. The thoughts in your head. The mistakes you can't change. The fears you don't show. The parts of yourself you're still trying to overcome. Maybe that's why freedom isn't always about escaping something. Sometimes, freedom is about taking control of your own story. Moving quietly. Finding your own dire...

  Ghanaian artist Therappernat is building momentum with his latest single “ STEADY ,” released on August 8, 2026, with the record already surpassing 4,600 streams on Spotify. Therappernat has returned with a new statement of consistency in “STEADY,” a single produced by BeatzNhatty that is steadily gaining attention since its release. Released on August 8, 2026 , the song has already crossed the 4.6K-stream mark on Spotify , giving the Kasoa-based artist another encouraging milestone as he continues to develop his sound and identity. The release comes at an interesting point in Therappernat’s career. Rather than simply chasing whatever sound is currently dominating the Ghanaian music landscape, the artist has been increasingly associated with a desire to reconnect with Hiplife and its rap-driven Ghanaian identity. A collaboration with BeatzNhatty “ STEADY ” is produced by BeatzNhatty , a producer who has worked with Therappernat across several releases. Their collaboration ...