King Paluta leads the TGMA artist of the year race

King Paluta’s unstoppable rise in 2025 has solidified him as a dominant force in Ghana’s music scene, and he’s now eyeing the prestigious Artiste of the Year at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards.

King Paluta's breakout year in 2025

• King Paluta emerged as one of the year’s biggest music stars.
• His hit “Foko” dominated TikTok and smashed streaming records.
• The rapper shed his “rising star” label, earning the nickname “Hit Machine.”

Steady stream of hits and global performances

• Paluta dropped several chart-topping tracks like “Thank You” and “La Vida Loca.”
• “Ewor Me,” his December release featuring Kwabena Kwabena, capped the year.
• He headlined major events like the Afrofuture Festival and toured globally.

Collaboration and digital dominance

• Paluta’s collaborations with Joyce Blessing, Takyi Kay, and Efya broadened his reach.
• He racked up 33.5 million YouTube streams, ranking as the fourth most-streamed Ghanaian on Audiomack.
• His music crossed borders, with performances in Europe, the UK, and the US.

Rivals in the mix for Artist of the Year

• Black Sherif’s “Iron Boy” album and hits from Fameye, Wendy Shay, and Stonebwoy make the 2026 Artiste of the Year race fierce.
• Despite narrowly missing out in 2025, King Paluta’s 2025 success makes him a top contender for the coveted award.