Who is Black Sherif?
Black Sherif is a multi-talented artist hailing from Ghana, known for his skills as a rapper and singer. He rose to fame in 2021 with the release of his breakthrough hit, First Sermon. He continued to captivate audiences with tracks such as Kwaku the Traveller and second Sermon.
Currently signed to Empire, a prestigious American distribution company and record label, Black Sherif has made a name for himself in the music industry since 2019.
Quick Facts
- Full name: Mohammed Ismail Sherif Kwaku Frimpong
- Nickname: Black Sherif
- Gender: Male
- Date of birth: 9 January 2002
- Age: 21 years old
- Zodiac sign: Capricorn
- Place of birth: Konongo, Ghana
- Current residence: Accra, Ghana
- Nationality: Ghanaian
- Ethnicity: African
- Religion: Christianity
- Sexuality: Straight
- Height in inches: 5’11’’
- Height in centimeters: 180
- Father: Frimpong
- Mother: Ante Marie
- Relationship status: Single
- Education: University of Professional Studies, Accra, Kumasi Academy, University of Ghana
- Profession: Rapper, singer
- Net worth: $500,000
- Instagram: @ blacksherif_
Black Sherif Biography
Black Sherif is a young and talented entertainer who was raised in Konongo-Zongo, Ghana. He is a proud Ghanaian of African descent, and his parents are Frimpong and Ante Marie.
He received his early education at Konongo Zongo Islamic Basic School before continuing on to Kumasi Academy, where he completed high school. Presently, he is pursuing his studies at the University of Ghana, after having previously attended the University of Professional Studies, Accra.
Black Sherif Career
Black Sherif discovered his passion for music while in school, and officially launched his music career in 2019 with the release of Cry For Me. He then dropped his debut single Money in May 2020. It wasn’t until the release of First Sermon in May 2021 that he caught the public’s attention.
However, it was the release of “Kwaku The Traveller” in March 2022 that truly elevated his career. The track hit number 1 on the Ghanaian and Nigerian Apple Music charts, launching him into the spotlight. In October 2022, Black Sherif released his highly anticipated debut album, The Villain I Never Was, which received critical acclaim and earned him several awards, including Best New Artist and Best Hip Hop Song at the 2022 Ghana Music Awards. He is currently signed to Empire, an American distribution company and record label.
Some of his popular songs include:
- Cry For Me
- Money
- First Sermon
- Kwaku The Traveller
- Oh Paradise
- Don’t Forget Me
- Destiny
His debut single Money was released in May 2020 and was followed by a string of successful releases, including Oh Paradise,” “Don’t Forget Me,” and “Destiny.” With chart-topping tracks and a collaboration with Burna Boy, Black Sherif has established himself as a rising star in the industry.
Net Worth
He has an estimated net worth of $500 thousand and his main source of income is his music career.
Age
Sherif was born on 9 January 2002, and his zodiac sign is Capricorn, he is 21 years old.
Height
He is 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighs 152 pounds.
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