Kofi B
Kofi Boakye Yiadom (died February 2, 2020),[1] known by his stage name Kofi B, was a Ghanaian highlife musician. He was known for songs such as "Mmobrowa", "Bantama Kofi Boakye" and "Koforidua Flowers", among others.[2][3][4][5] He was inspired by the likes of Amakye Dede, Kojo Antwi and Ofori Amponsah.[6]
Kofi B | |
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Birth name | Kofi Boakye Yiadom |
Died | Cape Coast, Central Region, Ghana | February 2, 2020
Genres | Hiplife, Highlife |
Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter |
Years active | 2000–2020 |
Labels | Akwaaba Music, D&C Ghana, Tams Records |
Education
Kofi B attended Agogo State College in the Ashanti Region, but dropped out prematurely due to financial difficulties.[7]
Death
Kofi B suffered a heart attack prior to performing at a concert in Cape Coast on February 2, 2020, and was pronounced dead on arrival after being rushed to a hospital.[8] He had been battling health issues over the past year.[9]
Discography
- Taxi Driver
- Twa Me Keke
- Aserewa
- The Return of Kofi B
- Afia Donkor
- Brenya
- Bantama Kwasi Boakye
References
- "Highlife singer Kofi B dies prior to Cape Coast concert". www.myjoyonline.com. Retrieved 2020-02-03.
- "Biography of Kofi B | Ghana Music | Kofi B of Ghana". www.ghanabase.com. Retrieved 2020-02-02.
- "Complete Biography & Profile of Kofi B.,". The Ghana Star. Retrieved 2020-02-02.
- "Highlife musician, Kofi B, dead". Entertainment. 2020-02-02. Retrieved 2020-02-02.
- Tetteh, O. (2020-02-03). "More heartbreaking details of Kofi B's death pop up; Kofi Nti breaks silence". Yen.com.gh - Ghana news. Retrieved 2020-02-03.
- "Kofi B.,". www.ghanaweb.com. Retrieved 2020-02-03.
- "The Rise To Fame Of Kofi B". Modern Ghana. Retrieved 2020-02-02.
- "Highlife singer Kofi B dies after performing at concert". www.myjoyonline.com. Retrieved 2020-02-02.
- Asare, Simon (2 February 2020). "Highlife Legend Kofi B passes on". Ghana News Agency. Retrieved 2 February 2020.
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