Black Sherif Dominates 27th TGMA Nominations: Full List Revealed
Black Sherif's Meteoric Rise
The 27th edition of the prestigious TGMA has seen Black Sherif emerge as a dominant force in the nominations. Known for his unique style and powerful lyrics, Black Sherif's presence in the music industry continues to grow exponentially. This year, he has received multiple nominations, cementing his status as a leading figure in the music scene.
His nominations span various categories, showcasing his versatility and appeal across different audiences. Fans and critics alike are eagerly anticipating the event, eager to see which awards he will take home.
Other top nominees include Stonebwoy, Medikal, and Sarkodie, who also earned multiple nominations across key categories. The highly anticipated Artiste of the Year category features a competitive lineup including Stonebwoy, Medikal, Sarkodie, Wendy Shay, Diana Hamilton, and Black Sherif, sparking early conversations among fans and industry watchers about who will take home the top honor.
With the nominations now out, attention shifts to the main awards ceremony scheduled for May 2026. As anticipation builds, fans are expected to closely follow updates and voting details through official TGMA channels as Ghana’s music industry prepares for another night celebrating excellence and achievements in the local music scene.
Full List of Nominations
Black Sherif's nominations are a testament to his hard work and dedication. He has been nominated in several key categories, including:
- Artist of the Year
- Song of the Year
- Best Music Video
- Album of the Year
These nominations reflect his contributions to the industry and the impact his music has had on listeners worldwide.
Artiste of the Year
• Black Sherif
• Medikal
• Stonebwoy
• Wendy Shay
• Sarkodie
• Diana Hamilton
Best Hiplife Song
• Medikal ft. Shatta Wale & Beeztrap KOTM – Shoulder
• Fameye ft. Medikal – Habit
• Ko-Jo Cue ft. AratheJay & Ofori Amponsah – Tontonte
• Kojo Blak ft. Sarkodie – Next Door
• Sarkodie ft. Kweku Flick – Messiah
• Kwesi Amewuga – Badness
Best Hiplife/Hip-hop Artiste of the Year
• Black Sherif
• Medikal
• Kweku Smoke
• Sarkodie
• Ko-Jo Cue
• O’Kenneth
Best Highlife Artiste of the Year
• Fameye
• King Paluta
• Kwabena Kwabena
• Kofi Kinaata
• Kuami Eugene
Best Highlife Song of the Year
• Kofi Kinaata – It Is Finished
• King Paluta – Foko
• Kwabena Kwabena ft. Stonebwoy & Kofi Kinaata – Aso II
• Amerado – Obi Adi
• Kuami Eugene – Do Better
Best Female Vocal Performance of the Year
• Enam – Amin
• Grace Charles (Team Eternity Ghana) – See Me Through
• Niiella – Show Me How to Love
• Cina Soul – Breathe
• Lordina The Soprano – Beni Tookweil
Best Male Vocal Performance of the Year
• Asiama – Akoma
• Deon Boakye – Time (Live Session)
• Perez Musik – By Prayer
• Josh Blakk – Catch-22
• Carl Clottey – Yehoda
Best Traditional Gospel Song
• Joyce Blessing ft. King Paluta – Correct
• Piesie Esther – Nyame Ye
• Mabel Okyere – So Far So Good
• Kofi Owusu Peprah ft. Diana Hamilton – M’aseda
• Celestine Donkor ft. Diana Hamilton – Akorfala
• Paul Enana – Baba God (Matthew 6:26)
Best HipHop Song of the Year
• Black Sherif – Where Dem Boys
• O’Kenneth – Balenciaga
• Sarkodie ft. Kweku Smoke – Violence
• Kweku Smoke – Adu The Borga
• Gonaboy – Same Timbs
• Lalid – The Matter
Best Afrobeats Song of the Year
• Kojo Blak ft. Kelvyn Boy – Excellent
• KiDi ft. OliveTheBoy & Kojo Blak – Gymnastic
• Wendy Shay ft. OliveTheBoy – Crazy Love
• Mr Drew ft. OliveTheBoy – OMG
• Lasmid ft. King Promise – No Issues
Best Afropop Song of the Year
• Black Sherif – Sacrifice
• Stonebwoy – Gidi Gidi
• OliveTheBoy ft. Sarkodie – Bend
• Gyakie – Sankofa
• Lasmid – Olivia
• King Promise ft. Mr Eazi – See What We’ve Done
Best Music Video of the Year
• Kojo Blak ft. Kelvyn Boy – Excellent (Dir. Henry Akrong)
• Black Sherif – Sacrifice (Dir. Meekah Jagun)
• Medikal – Welcome to Africa (Dir. Xbills Ebenezer)
• Stonebwoy – Shine (Dir. Yaw Skyface)
• Samini ft. Soweto Gospel Choir – Chaana (Dir. Yaw Skyface)
• AratheJay – Put Am On God (Dir. David Duncan)
Best Afrobeats/Afropop Artiste of the Year
• Wendy Shay
• KiDi
• Kojo Blak
• OliveTheBoy
• Gyakie
• Moliy
Best Rap Performance of the Year
• Strongman – Mensei Da
• Ko-Jo Cue – Abeberese
• Lyrical Joe – 5th August 9
• Joe Kay – 4GG (For Gods Glory)
• Medikal – Welcome to Africa
• Sarkodie – Violence
Collaboration of the Year
• Kojo Blak ft. Kelvyn Boy – Excellent
• KiDi ft. OliveTheBoy & Kojo Blak – Gymnastic
• Wendy Shay ft. OliveTheBoy – Crazy Love
• Sarkodie ft. Kweku Smoke – Violence
• Medikal ft. Shatta Wale & Beeztrap KOTM – Shoulder
• Kwabena Kwabena ft. Stonebwoy & Kofi Kinaata – Aso II
International Collaboration of the Year
• Moliy ft. Shenseea, Skillibeng & Silent Addy – Shake It to the Max (RMX)
• Black Sherif ft. Fireboy DML – So It Goes
• Wendy Shay ft. Bedjine, Phina & Guchi – Too Late Remix (2.0)
• Lasmid ft. TML Vibez – Meet 4 Corner
• King Promise ft. Mr Eazi – See What We’ve Done
• Moliy ft. Tyla – Body Go
Songwriter of the Year
• Black Sherif – Sacrifice
• Kofi Kinaata – Have Mercy II
• Cofi Boham – Take Me Home
• Ko-Jo Cue – Abeberese
• Akwaboah – Obi Nnim (Obinim)
• Stonebwoy – Send Them a Prayer
Best Urban/Contemporary Gospel Song of the Year
• Ewura Abena – Ebefa
• Kofi Owusu Peprah – Big God Afro
• Diana Hamilton ft. Ntokozo Mbambo & Elder Mireku – Aha Ye (The Good Place)
• Scott Evans – Ready
• Kofi Karikari – Stamina
• Carl Clottey ft. Luigi Maclean – Yehoda
Best Gospel Artiste of the Year
• Piesie Esther
• Diana Hamilton
• MOG Music
• Kofi Owusu Peprah
• Mabel Okyere
• Nana Yaw Ofori-Attah
Best Reggae/Dancehall Artiste of the Year
• Samini
• Stonebwoy
• Ras Kuuku
Best Reggae/Dancehall Song of the Year
• Moliy ft. Shenseea, Skillibeng & Silent Addy – Shake It To The Max (RMX)
• Stonebwoy – Torcher
• Cina Soul ft. Stonebwoy – Larger Than Life (LTL)
• Samini – Summer King
• AratheJay ft. Stonebwoy – Talisman
• Amerado – Pharaoh
Album/EP of the Year
• Black Sherif – Iron Boy
• Stonebwoy – Torcher
• Gyakie – After Midnight
• Medikal – Disturbation 2
• Wendy Shay – Ready
• Kweku Smoke – Walk With Me
Best New Artiste of the Year
• Kojo Blak
• Gonaboy
• Lalid
• Adom Kiki
Most Popular Song of the Year
• KiDi ft. OliveTheBoy & Kojo Blak – Gymnastic
• Black Sherif – Sacrifice
• Wendy Shay ft. OliveTheBoy – Crazy Love
• Kojo Blak ft. Kelvyn Boy – Excellent
• Medikal ft. Shatta Wale & Beeztrap KOTM – Shoulder
• Lasmid – Olivia
• Moliy ft. Shenseea, Skillibeng & Silent Addy – Shake It To The Max (RMX)
• Piesie Esther – Nyame Ye
• King Paluta – Foko
Record of the Year
• Samini ft. Soweto Gospel Choir – Chaana
• Asiama – Akoma
• Enam – Afa
• Soul Winners ft. Joe Mettle – For My Good
• Rama Blak – Kwame Macho
• Kwabena Kwabena – Enso Nyame Y3
Audio Engineer of the Year
• Francis Kweku Osei – Chaana
• Kwame Yeboah – Akoma
• Samuel Laryea Otoo – For My Good
• KC Beatz – Afa
• Robo Dabeat Scientist – Kwame Macho
• Daniel Grull – Enso Nyame Y3
Impact on the Music Industry
Black Sherif's influence extends beyond just his music. His storytelling ability and relatable themes resonate with a wide audience, making him a voice for many young people. This year's TGMA nominations further highlight the cultural impact he has had.
His unique sound, a blend of traditional and modern influences, sets him apart from other artists. This innovation is a key factor in his multiple nominations and continued success.
What This Means for Fans
For fans of Black Sherif, these nominations are a cause for celebration. They are a recognition of the artist's talent and the connection he has established with his audience. The anticipation surrounding the TGMA event is palpable, with many hoping to see him take home several awards.
Fans have been expressing their support on social media, creating a buzz that adds to the excitement of the awards ceremony.
Looking Ahead
As the 27th TGMA approaches, all eyes will be on Black Sherif. His nominations are a significant milestone in his career, and they set the stage for what promises to be a thrilling event. Whether he wins or not, his impact on the music industry is undeniable.
Looking ahead, Black Sherif's future appears even brighter, with more innovative music and performances sure to come.