Fresh off his victory at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA), Ghanaian music sensation Black Sherif has boldly declared his ambition to become the first artiste to win the prestigious Artiste of the Year title for a third time.
Speaking on a recent interview, just hours after his dominant performance at the awards ceremony held on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Accra International Conference Centre, the 24-year-old “Iron Boy” expressed unwavering confidence in winning AOTY for the third time.
“It is possible. Most definitely possible because I’m still working. I am back to work. We won that award Sunday, done. Back to work Monday. We are still working. It is 100% possible”
Black Sherif, Rapper
The statement comes after Black Sherif reclaimed the Artiste of the Year crown, beating strong contenders including Medikal, Stonebwoy, Sarkodie, Wendy Shay, and Diana Hamilton.
This marks his second win in the category, following his first victory in 2023. He joins an elite group of multiple winners that includes Sarkodie, Stonebwoy, and VVIP, but now sets his sights on making history as the first to secure a third triumph.
Black Sherif’s 2026 TGMA campaign was nothing short of spectacular. In addition to Artiste of the Year, he scooped Album of the Year for his highly acclaimed project Iron Boy, Songwriter of the Year, and Hip-Hop Song of the Year for “Where Dem Boys.”
His total haul of four major awards underscores his dominance across genres and his evolution as one of Ghana’s most complete artistes.
During the interview, the artiste emphasized the importance of consistency and an unrelenting work ethic.
He noted that while several Ghanaian heavyweights have won the award twice, none has crossed the three-win threshold. For Black Sherif, the solution is simple: keep grinding.
His comments reflect a mature mindset for an artiste still in the early stages of what promises to be a long career.
Known for his raw storytelling, emotional depth, and genre-blending sound that fuses hip-hop, Afrobeats, and highlife elements, Black Sherif has built a reputation for delivering consistent quality.
His album Iron Boy has been praised for its introspective lyrics and cultural resonance, further solidifying his position as a voice of his generation.
Public Reactions
Fans and industry watchers have reacted enthusiastically to his post-award interview.
Many took to social media to praise his humility and drive, with several predicting that the young star could indeed rewrite the TGMA history books.
Black Sherif’s rise has been meteoric since bursting onto the scene with hits like “First Sermon” and “Kwaku the Traveller.”
His ability to maintain relevance while navigating the pressures of fame has earned him respect from both peers and veterans alike.
As the dust settles on TGMA 2026, all eyes are now on what Black Sherif will deliver next.
With new music reportedly already in the works and an unshakeable focus on excellence, the “Iron Boy” is showing no signs of slowing down.
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