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| KENTE KRAKYE |
By Kyidom Online |Entertainment Feature
Born on November 26, 1989, in Asante Bekwai, Ghanaian artist Kente Krakye has steadily risen through the music ranks to become one of the distinct new voices of Kumasi’s evolving sound. Though he has lived between Kumasi and Accra, fans easily trace his roots to Kwabre East, the community that birthed his popular hook tagline “Kwabre bedebeedee!” a phrase that has now become his creative signature.
Kente Krakye’s journey mirrors the resilience of many Ghanaian creatives who carved paths through determination rather than privilege. Growing up in Bekwai, and later finding his rhythm in Kumasi, he was surrounded by the raw pulse of street music, local storytelling, and the energy that later inspired the Kumerica movement.
As he shuttled between Kumasi and Accra, Kente developed a unique sound, one that blends the urban Asakaa rhythm with the depth of highlife influences. His lyrical storytelling carries the accent and authenticity of his Ashanti upbringing, a tone that has earned him a loyal following across the region.
Kente’s songs are featured on streaming platforms such as Audiomack and SoundCloud, where his music connects with listeners beyond Ghana’s borders. He officially joined Audiomack in April 2022, and since then, his profile has attracted growing attention from Afrobeat enthusiasts and Kumerican culture lovers.
🎵 Notable Tracks & Collaborations
Over the years, Kente Krakye has released several songs that display his range and originality. Some of his standout tracks include:
“Kumerica Life” – A love letter to Kumasi’s street culture and the Kumerican wave.
“Want No Get” (featuring King Rythm) – A rhythmic collaboration celebrating hustle and survival.
“Yɛwo Adum” and “Obaa Afia” (featuring Taameawu) – Both songs showcase his lyrical humor and melodic voice.
“Yeeko Agyawo” – A high-tempo track that mirrors the celebratory energy of the Ghanaian lifestyle.
Each record reveals a different side of the artist, the street philosopher, the lover boy, and the dreamer determined to put Kwabre East and Kumasi on the global sound map.
“Kwabre bedebeedee!”, the phrase has become more than a chant; it’s a cultural signature. Fans shout it at shows, DJs echo it on tracks, and even his social posts carry it like a badge of identity. It symbolizes his roots, humor, and connection to his people.
For Kente, the hook is not just a slogan, it’s his way of saying “I represent where I come from.” It’s the bridge between tradition and modern artistry.
Connect With Kente Krakye
Audiomack: audiomack.com/kente-krakye-1
SoundCloud: soundcloud.com/kente-krakye
Facebook: facebook.com/kente.krakye
Facebook: facebook.com/kente.krakye
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