Ghana is riddling with rumours of a major performance by Ghanaian rap icon Sarkodie. According to DJ Mensah, Sarkodie’s longtime DJ, the rapper will be gracing the stage at the prestigious opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics.
In a recent interview, DJ Mensah dropped the bombshell, stating, “With me and Sarkodie, we have some shows… I think we haven’t announced it yet, but we are playing at the Olympics opening somewhere in August…”
While the official announcement from the Olympics committee is pending, sources have confirmed the news to Revolve Muzic as fans are already hyped about the possibility.
This news comes on the heels of Sarkodie’s scorching performance on the latest Hennessy Cypher. The viral video showcased his lyrical prowess and versatility, as he tackled themes from his rags-to-riches journey to the growing influence of major labels in African music.
Sarkodie’s potential Olympic performance would be a monumental moment for his journey thus far and Ghanaian music. It would reiterate his status as a global icon and offer him a platform to represent African music on the biggest stage in the world. Everything is now focused on the Olympics committee for official confirmation, with the excitement growing.