Ghana's Music and Cultural Icon

Sparqlyn

Afrobeats artiste. Hiplife pioneer. Development Chief. Cultural ambassador. Over two decades of music, leadership, and legacy.

20+Years in Music

6Major Awards — 2025

Nene Kanneh Larweh IDevelopment Chief, Krobo

Pan‑AfricanAFRICAN PERFORMANCE LEADERSHIP AWARDS Best Ghanaian Musician

The Sound

Afrobeats.
Hiplife.
Legacy.

From Dunsin's multilingual Hiplife anthems to breakout solo hits, Sparqlyn's music is a love letter to Ghana, Africa, and the world.

Discography

Hit Singles

Jump On Me

Solo · Afrobeats

Solo▶ YouTube

Your Body

Solo · Afrobeats

2022▶ YouTube

Tumpa

Solo · Afrobeats

Solo▶ YouTube

All Is Gone

Solo · Afrobeats

Solo▶ YouTube

Ɔyɛadeɛyie

Dunsin · Hiplife

2009▶ YouTube

Fefeefe

Dunsin · Hiplife

2016▶ YouTube

Latest

Making Headlines

July 2025

Triple Win at Stars Awards — Africa Artiste of the Decade

Sparqlyn swept the 5th Edition Stars Awards ceremony in Lapaz, Accra, walking away with three prestigious awards including Africa Artiste of the Decade and Youth Development Honour.

June 2025

AFRICAN PERFORMANCE LEADERSHIP AWARDS African Best Ghanaian Musician of the Year — Lagos, Nigeria

Awards

March 2025

MUSIGA honours Sparqlyn with two prestigious awards at Akwaaba Festival

Industry

November 2024

Sparqlyn joins Nene Sakite II at the 131st Ngmayem Festival

Culture

January 2023

Enstoolment as Development Chief at Krobo Odumase

Community

Watch

YouTube Videos

Stream Sparqlyn's latest visuals, performances, and music videos on YouTube.

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All is Gone

Hip-Hop · 2023

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Your Body

Official Video · ~2019

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Tumpa

Solo · Afrobeats

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His Story

The Man Behind the Music

Born in Achimota. Raised on rhythm. Crowned by his people. Sparqlyn is more than a musician — he is a movement.

Born on February 2, 1983, in Achimota, Greater Accra, Ahmmed Kanneh Larweh, known the world over as Sparqlyn, has spent more than two decades building a career that transcends music. He is an artist, a chief, a businessman, a scholar, and a cultural bridge-builder.

From class 4, he was already performing at school speech and prize-giving days. After completing his education at Rives Academy International School and Asanteman Secondary School, he committed fully to music in 2003.

"Honored to receive recognition from MUSIGA. This is for every young talent striving to make a difference. Let's keep pushing Ghana music forward."

He joined the legendary Hiplife trio Dunsin, fusing Krobo, Kwahu Twi, and Akuapem dialects into a distinctive sound unlike anything Ghana had heard. Under the name Kele, he helped build one of the most respected acts in the Ghanaian Hiplife era, winning international acclaim at the MUSA awards in South Africa, 2013.

In 2018, Sparqlyn embarked on a solo journey, deepening his Afrobeats sound with hits Jump On Me, Your Body, Tumpa, and All Is Gone.

In January 2023, he was formally enstooled as the Development Chief of Krobo Odumase, bearing the royal title Nene Kanneh Larweh I, Noryam Matse. He has championed scholarship schemes, promoted Ga-Adangbe unity, and collaborated with Ghana's most senior traditional leaders.

His 2025 was extraordinary, winning Six major awards including the AFRICAN PERFORMANCE LEADERSHIP AWARDS African Best Ghanaian Musician of the Year, Stars Awards Africa Artiste of the Decade, and two prestigious MUSIGA awards at the Akwaaba Festival.

Quick Facts

BornFeb 2, 1983

BirthplaceAchimota, Accra

Real NameAhmmed Kanneh Larweh

GenreAfrobeats / Hiplife

Active2003 – Present

GroupDunsin (as Kele)

Chieftaincy

TitleNene Kanneh Larweh I

Stool NameNoryam Matse

AreaKrobo Odumase

EnstooledJanuary 2023

Beyond Music

Sparqlyn is also a successful real estate developer. He uses both his platforms, as artist and chief, to invest in Ghana's youth and future.

Studio Portrait

The Artist

A Journey in Time

1983

Born in Achimota, Greater Accra

Ahmmed Kanneh Larweh enters the world in Achimota, Ghana.

2003

Begins professional music journey

Co-Founded the Hiplife group Dunsin under the name Kele.

2007

Discovered by KKD

Media icon Kwasi Kyei Darkwah becomes Dunsin's manager, steering them into the main stream.

2008–2010

Dunsin Signed to Smart Multimedia and released debut album "Ɔyɛadeɛyie"

Earns a Ghana Music Awards nomination for Hiplife Song of the Year.

2010

Signed to Empire Entertainment under Nathan Kwabena Anokye Adisi(Bola Ray), CEO of EIB Network Group

Triple nominations at the 4syte TV Music Video Awards.

2012

Signed to Abraham Ohene-Djan of OM Studios

Dunsin released an album titled "Kwansamah"

2013

International acclaim at MUSA Awards, South Africa

Most Exciting Group in Africa and Most African Video of the Year in Pretoria.

2015-2016

Signed to Splash Music

Dunsin released multiple hit singles
Fefeefe
Boys Asor
Falaa
I Go Marry You

2017

Under Splash Music

Dunsin's single hit song "Fefeefe" was nominated for BEST GROUP OF THE YEAR

2018

Launches solo career as Sparqlyn

Leaves Dunsin amicably to launch solo Afrobeats career.

2023

Enstooled as Development Chief, Krobo Odumase

Receives royal title Nene Kanneh Larweh I, Noryam Matse.

2025

Year of historic recognition

Six major awards: AFRICAN PERFORMANCE LEADERSHIP AWARDS Best Ghanaian Musician, Stars Awards Africa Artiste of the Decade, Contribution to Ghana & African Music & Culture, Youth Development Honour, and two prestigious MUSIGA awards.

Discography

The Music

From Hiplife roots to Afrobeats triumph — over two decades of sound that defines a generation.

Promo — Red

Studio Vibes

Afrobeats Era

Solo Singles

i	Jump On Me Reggae-Dancehall · Audio Release	2018–Present
ii	Styles (Freestyle) Afrobeats · Freestyle Upload	Recent
ii	Your Body Afrobeats · Official Music Video	2022
iii	Tumpa Afrobeats · Official Video 2022	Solo
iv	All Is Gone Afrobeats · Official Video 2024	Solo

Dunsin Era

i	Ɔyɛadeɛyie Hiplife · GMA Nominee 2009	2008/2009
ii	Fefeefe Hiplife · GMA Nominee 2017	2016
iii	Falaa Hiplife · Splash Music Era	2015
iv	I Go Marry You Hiplife · Live Recording	2016
v	Kwansema Hiplife · 2nd album title track	2012

Albums & Projects

Ɔyɛadeɛyie

2009 · Dunsin (as Kele)

Debut album fusing Krobo, Twi, and Akuapem dialects into a groundbreaking Hiplife sound. Ghana Music Awards nominated for Hiplife Song of the Year.

Kwansema

2012 · Dunsin (as Kele)

Second studio album cementing Dunsin's position in the Ghanaian Hiplife scene. Multilingual versatility and storytelling power on full display.

Listen & Stream

Spotify Apple Music Audiomack Boomplay YouTube Music

Sparqlyn — Stars Awards Youth Development Honor

Recognition

Awards & Honours

Six major awards in 2025 alone. Two decades of recognition across Ghana and the African continent.

Sparqlyn with three Stars Awards trophies

2025

AFROCAN PERFORMANCE LEADERSHIP AWARDS · Lagos, Nigeria · June 2025

African Best Ghanaian Musician of the Year

Presented at the African Performance Leadership Awards at Olumo Hall, Airport Hotel, Ikeja, alongside President Mahama and the Asantehene.

Stars Awards · Accra · July 2025

Africa Artiste of the Decade

One of three awards at the 5th Edition of Stars Awards in Lapaz, Accra, recognition of unmatched longevity and impact across the decade.

Stars Awards · Accra · July 2025

Contribution to Ghana & African Music & Culture

Crystal plaque for his remarkable contributions to advancing Ghanaian music and cultural heritage across the continent.

Stars Awards (Chieftaincy) · July 2025

Youth Development Honour

Recognized as Nene Kanneh Larweh I for scholarship schemes, mentorship, and youth empowerment across the Krobo area.

MUSIGA · National Theatre · March 2025

Outstanding Contribution to Ghana Music Industry

Presented by MUSIGA President Bessa Simons at the annual Akwaaba Festival, with a citation signed by Madam Elizabeth Tagoe.

MUSIGA · National Theatre · March 2025

Youth Empowerment Award

Honoring his mentorship of emerging talents and social impact through music and community leadership across Ghana.

2013

MUSA Awards · Pretoria, South Africa

Most Exciting Group in Africa

International acclaim for Dunsin at the Musician Union of South Africa awards.

MUSA Awards · Pretoria, South Africa · 2013

Most African Video of the Year

Recognition for authentic storytelling that celebrated African identity and Ghanaian culture.

Nominations

Ghana Music Awards · 2009

Hiplife Song of the Year — "Ɔyɛadeɛyie"

Dunsin's debut anthem at Ghana's most prestigious music ceremony.

4syte TV Music Video Awards · 2010

Best Group

Nomination demonstrating Dunsin's visual bond and artistic depth.

4syte TV Music Video Awards · 2010

Best Choreography

Nomination demonstrating Dunsin's visual creativity and determination.

4syte TV Music Video Awards · 2010

Best Storyline

Nomination demonstrating Dunsin's literary performance and creative writing.

Ghana Music Awards · 2017

Music Group of the Year — "Fefeefe"

Following the viral success of "Fefeefe", Dunsin earned recognition at the Ghana Music Awards.

Beyond the Music

Chief.
Leader.
Builder.

Sparqlyn's commitment to community is as defining as his music. As Development Chief of Krobo Odumase, he shapes the future of Ghana's youth and culture.

Youth Scholarships

Sparqlyn runs a scholarship scheme in the Krobo area, supporting brilliant but financially needy students. Education is the foundation of community transformation.

Ga-Adangbe Unity

As Nene Kanneh Larweh I, he has been an active force for unity among the various factions of the Ga-Adangbe people, paying courtesy visits to multiple paramount chiefs.

Cultural Preservation

Sparqlyn used his music as an ambassador for his Krobo heritage — rapping in his mother tongue and celebrating Krobo identity at key events like the Ngmayem Festival.

Investment & Development

He actively appeals to local and international investors to explore the Krobo area's vast untapped resources, using his visibility to attract development.

Mentoring Musicians

MUSIGA specifically honoured Sparqlyn for "mentorship of emerging talents." He uses his experience to guide young artists navigating Ghana's music industry.

Real Estate & Jobs

Sparqlyn runs a successful real estate and construction enterprise — creating employment and building infrastructure that strengthens communities.

Nene Kanneh Larweh I

The Development Chief of Krobo Odumase

In January 2023, Sparqlyn was formally enstooled as the Development Chief of Krobo Odumase in the Eastern Region of Ghana — formalising what he had always been: a servant-leader deeply invested in his community.

He serves under Nene Sakite II, the Konor of Manya Krobo and President of the Eastern Regional House of Chiefs.

At the 131st Ngmayem Festival in November 2024, Sparqlyn stood proudly beside Nene Sakite II, making a passionate appeal for investment and painting a vision of a thriving, dignified Krobo.

Enstooled January 2023

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