KiDi

Dennis Nana Dwamena, widely recognized by his stage name "KiDi," which translates to "Rhythm," was born on August 18, 1993. He is a prominent Ghanaian singer-songwriter known for his contributions to the genres of afrobeats and high-life. KiDi is affiliated with Lynx Entertainment, and he has garnered international acclaim, particularly for his chart-topping single "Touch It." Notably, the remix of this track features the renowned American rapper Tyga, and it has achieved widespread streaming success across the globe.

KiDi (meaning: Rhythm)
Kidi at 3 Music Awards
Background information
Birth nameDennis Nana Dwamena
Also known asSugar Daddy, Golden Boy and Gyal dem Sugar
Born (1993-08-18) 18 August 1993
Accra, Ghana
GenresAfrobeats, Afro pop, Highlife
Occupation(s)Singer, Songwriter, Producer
Instrument(s)Piano, Guitar
Years active2016–present
LabelsLynx Entertainment Empire Distribution
WebsiteLynx Entertainment Website (Official)

Early life and education

KiDi, whose birth name is Dennis Nana Dwamena, was born on 18 August 1993 in Accra, Ghana. He identifies with his Kwahu heritage, with his mother Beatrice being of Ga descent and his father Gerald hailing from Kwahu-Abetefi. His dad passed away when he was 7 years old. KiDi is the eldest of three siblings, having two younger brothers named Phillip and Elliot. His educational journey began at St. Anthony's School in Accra for his primary education, and he later pursued his high school education at Accra Academy. Continuing his academic pursuits, he attended the University of Ghana Legon, where he successfully earned a degree in Economics and Information Studies in 2016.

Music career

Early beginnings and breakthrough

While studying Economics and Information Studies at the University of Ghana, KiDi's love for music led him to perform on Moonlight Café – a music production that supports upcoming artists and gives them a platform to display their talents on University Campuses in Ghana. He also recorded covers of popular songs. In 2015, KiDi took a leap of faith by joining the MTN Hitmaker competition.[1] He went on to win the competition and was later signed to Lynx Entertainment.[2] KiDi shot to prominence in 2017 when he released "Say You Love Me" a song he not only composed but also arranged and produced. KiDi established himself as one of the fastest-rising stars in Ghana when he released yet another chart-topper titled "Odo" in July 2017, the remix with Nigerian artist Davido and Mayorkun in December 2017, and Adiepena in April 2018.[3]

Artistry

KiDi has mounted several stages including 2017 Rapperholic Concert,[4] Ghana Music Honors 2017 Edition, December to Remember 2017,[5] S Concert 2017,[6] the 61st Ghana Independence Celebration Show in March 2018 at the Indigo 02 in London.[7] He has performed on the same stage as many award-winning African artists including Sarkodie, Samini, Shatta Wale, MzVee, WizKid, Tiwa Savage, Efya, and Patoranking.KiDi has also produced several tracks for other artists and co-produced with award-winning Ghanaian producer, Richie Mensah. He has also written for Ghanaian acts including the award-winning MzVee and Adina and has collaborated with artists such as Tic tac, Ko-Jo Cue, Magnom and Kwesi Arthur. KiDi received 6 nominations[8] at the 2018 Vodafone Ghana Music Awards including ‘Best New Artiste’, ‘Afro-pop Song of the Year’ and ‘Male Vocalist of the Year’ and went on to win the award for ‘High-life Song of the Year’ at the awards[9] in April 2018. He was crowned as the Artiste of the 5th Edition of the 3Music award[10][11][12][13] and VGMA 2022.[14][15][16][17] KiDi currently has 2 studio albums and 1 EP. His debut album, Sugar was released on May 31, 2019.[18] He also released a movie the same year with the album name (Sugar) in Accra, Kumasi, and the UK.

Personal life

KiDi has a son named Zayne [19]

Awards and nominations
YearOrganizationAwardWorkResult
20174syte Music Video AwardsBest Discovery VideoƆdɔNominated[20]
2018Ghana Music AwardsHighlife Song of the YearWon[9]
Afropop Song of the YearSay You Love MeNominated[8]
Highlife Artiste of the YearHimselfNominated[8]
Best Male VocalistƆdɔNominated[8]
Best New ArtisteHimselfNominated[8]
Song of the YearƆdɔNominated[8]
Ghana Music Awards (UK)Artist of the YearHimselfNominated[21]
Highlife Artist of the YearNominated[22]
Best Male VocalistƆdɔNominated[22]
Highlife Song of the YearHimselfNominated[22]
Best New Artist of the YearNominated[22]
3Music AwardsMale Act of the YearNominated[23]
Breakout Act of the YearNominated[23]
Song of the YearƆdɔNominated[24]
Most eventful Snapchat channelHimselfWon[25]
AFRIMABest Artiste Duo or Group in Africa ContemporaryWon[26]
2019Ghana Music AwardsHighlife Artist of the YearNominated[27]
Best Male VocalistWon[28]
Song of the YearThunderNominated[27]
Highlife Song of the YearNominated[27]
3Music AwardsBest Male Vocal PerformanceFakyɛ Me (meaning-Forgive Me)Won[29]
3Music Awards (UK)Highlife Act of the YearHimselfNominated[29]
AlbumSugarNominated[29]
4syte TV Music Video AwardsBest Edited VideoCinderellaNominated[30]
Best MaleAdiepɛnaNominated[30]
Best HighlifeNominated[30]
Best CollaborationMr. BadmanNominated[30]
2020Ghana Music AwardsHighlife Artist of the YearHimselfNominated[31]
Afrobeats Song of the Year Mr Badman Nominated[31]
Male Vocalist of the Year Himself Nominated[31]
Best Collaboration of the Year Ɔhemaa (with Kuami Eugene) Nominated[31]
Best Collaboration of the Year Mr Badman (ft Kwesi Arthur) Nominated[31]
Album of the Year Sugar Won[31]
International Collaboration of the Year Cinderella (ft Mayorkun & Peruzzi) Nominated[31]
International Collaboration of the Year Sugar Daddy (ft Mr Eazi) Nominated[31]
Most Popular Song of the Year Mr Badman Nominated[31]
2021 3Music Awards Artist of the Year Himself Won[32]
EP of the Year BLUE Won[32]
Song of the Year Enjoyment Won[32]
Afro Beat Song of the Year Enjoyment Won[32]
Vodafone Ghana Music AwardsArtiste of the YearHimselfNominated[33]
Afrobeat/Afropop Song of the Year "Say Cheese" Won[34]
Most Popular Song of the Year "Say Cheese" Nominated[35]
Most Popular Song of the Year "Enjoyment" Nominated[36]
Afrobeat/Afropop Artist of the Year Himself Won[37]
EP of the Year "Blue" Won[38]
Collaboration of the Year "One Man" (ft Adina) Nominated[39]
Best Male Vocal Performance Himself Nominated[40]
Best Highlife Song "Enjoyment" Won[41]
2022The Headies Awards Best West African Artiste of the Year KiDi Nominated[42]
Vodafone Ghana Music AwardsArtiste of the YearHimselfWon[43]
Album of the Year The Golden Boy Won[22]
Video of the Year Mon Bebe Won[22]
Afrobeats/AfroPop Artiste Himself Won[22]
Best Reggae/Dancehall Song of the Year Touch It Won[22]
Most Popular Song of the Year Touch It Won[22]
International Collaboration of the Year Spiritual ft. Kuami Eugene, Patoranking Nominated[22]
Best Male Vocal Performance Bad Things Nominated[22]
Best Afrobeats Song Mon Bebe Nominated[22]

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