Moliy's Historic Win: Ghanaian Artist Shines at 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards

Moliy's Unprecedented Achievement

Ghanaian singer Moliy has become the first Ghanaian artist to win World Artist of the Year at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards, a landmark moment for Ghanaian and African music on the international stage.

The award recognizes Moliy’s global impact, highlighted by her viral hit “Shake It to the Max (FLY) Remix”, featuring Shenseea, Skillibeng, and Silent Addy. She beat strong contenders including Ayra Starr, Jackson Wang, JO1, and Tyla to claim the prestigious title.

Moliy had already made headlines during the awards season as the most-nominated African artist, receiving nods for Best New Artist (Hip-Hop), World Artist of the Year, and Best Music Video (Socially Voted). These nominations reflected her rising influence and growing international presence.