Ghanaian highlife singer and rapper, Kofi Kinaata, has released a seven-track EP titled “Kofi ooo Kofi”, which is available on all streaming platforms.
The EP, released on Friday, May 10, 2024, had a special listening session and unveiling on May 9, 2024, at the Accra City Hotel with artistes and industry players in attendance.
The “Things Fall Apart” hitmaker, who is known for his conscious lyrics and witty Fante raps, announced the release of the EP on X (formerly known as Twitter), with the album cover and tracklist.
In Ghana 🇬🇭 a male Friday born is called KOFI. This Friday, #KofiOOKofi 🔥 EP will be born! Just Know! #TeamMooove pic.twitter.com/C6rJvW4whs
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— Kofi Kinaata (@KinaataGh) May 8, 2024
“Koofi ooo Kofi” is the first EP of the Fante rapper who is constantly releasing singles. The title, “Kofi oo Kofi” is a reference to Kofi Kinaata’s birth on a Friday, as Kofi is a name given to boys born on Friday in Ghana.
The record features seven tracks that highlight Kofi Kinaata’s distinct Fante sound and range, with production credits going to a number of producers.
Born Martin King Arthur, Kofi Kinaata was raised in Effiakuma, a residential town in the Western Region of Ghana. He began his musical career by competing in radio rap contests. He eventually made his way into mainstream music after he was signed to the HighGrade Family record label by Samini. He has won the Ghana Music Awards Songwriter of the Year award three times in a row.
