Hiplife

Hiplife is a vibrant, Ghanaian musical genre that fuses hip hop's rhythmic and vocal techniques with highlife's melodious Afrobeat influences. Characterized by its use of Twi and other local languages, hiplife incorporates traditional Ghanaian culture into modern beats, creating a sound that is both contemporary and deeply rooted in West African musical traditions. The genre often features infectious hooks, danceable rhythms, and an eclectic blend of instrumentation, ranging from electronic beats to live African drums. Artists like Stay Jay and MzVee energize the scene with catchy lyrics and dynamic performances, making hiplife not just a genre, but a cultural movement that resonates throughout Ghana and across the African continent, with its upbeat tempos and engaging lyrical storytelling that often addresses social issues and daily life.

Top Sub-Genres
Ghanaian Pop
Latest Hiplife Release
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TIENS MA MONEY (feat. Stonebwoy)
Single - Released August 21, 2025
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Davido
Kizz Daniel
Black Sherif
Mr Eazi
Tiwa Savage
Geenaro & Ghana Beats
Top Playlists
The Needle / Senegal 11 Hiplife artists
The Needle / Malawi 9 Hiplife artists
The Needle / Côte D'Ivoire - Emerging 7 Hiplife artists
The Needle / Rwanda 7 Hiplife artists
The Sound of Frafra 6 Hiplife artists
The Needle / Nigeria 6 Hiplife artists

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