In 2025, Ghana’s music scene reached new heights, with hit after hit capturing the hearts of listeners both locally and globally.
From emotional rap anthems to catchy Afrobeats hits, Ghanaian artists proved once again why the country remains a powerhouse in African music.
This year, the music scene was defined by innovation, collaboration, and massive fan engagement.
Artists like Black Sherif, Gyakie, and Wendy Shay not only topped streaming charts but also sparked viral trends, TikTok challenges, and radio favourites across the country.
As the year comes to a close, The Ghana Report entertainment desk has compiled a list of the biggest Ghanaian songs of 2025, highlighting the tracks that dominated charts, streaming platforms, and playlists throughout the year.
The list from The Ghana Report reflects the diversity of Ghanaian music in 2025, celebrating both emotional storytelling and high-energy hits that got fans dancing.
Black Sherif – Sacrifice
This introspective anthem topped streaming charts across Ghana.
Built around themes of ambition, resilience and the emotional cost of chasing success, Sacrifice connected deeply with listeners who saw their own struggles reflected in its lyricism.
The track’s blend of raw emotion and compelling production made it the most-streamed song in Ghana in 2025.
Black Sherif – So It Goes (feat. Fireboy DML)
A standout collaboration that fused Ghanaian grit with Nigerian melodic sensibilities, this song became a cross‑border favourite.
Its smooth, reflective verses and memorable hook helped it dominate charts and playlists throughout the year.
Black Sherif – The Victory Song
With an uplifting beat and message of triumph over adversity, this track became an anthem at concerts and celebrations.
Its energetic rhythm and motivational spirit sealed its popularity with fans of all ages. TrendyBeatz
Shatta Wale – Street Crown
“Street Crown” is a dancehall single by Ghanaian artist Shatta Wale, officially released on August 6, 2025. The song is a primary track from his “VOICE OF THE CROWN” EP.
Lasmid – Olivia
“Olivia” is a soulful Afrobeat single by Ghanaian singer and rapper Lasmid, released on March 4, 2025. The track explores the emotional complexities of a relationship, specifically the push and pull of love, distance, and longing.
Gyakie – Sankofa
“Sankofa” is a single by Ghanaian Afro-fusion artist Gyakie, released on May 23, 2025.
The song’s title is derived from the Akan word meaning “to go back and fetch it,” which Gyakie applies to the theme of rekindling romance and seeking second chances in love.
Piesie Esther – Nyame Ye
Wendy Shay ft Olivetheboy – Crazy love
Wendy Shay and Olivetheboy collaborated on the hit single “Crazy Love,” which was released in August 2025.
Kwabena Kwabena ft Stonebwoy & Kofi Kinaata – Aso
Released on December 5, 2025, the “Aso Remix” is a high-profile collaboration featuring Ghanaian music veterans and stars to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the original highlife classic.
Medikal, Beeztrap KOTM and Shatta Wale – Shoulder
“Shoulder” is a hit Ghanaian Afro-dance anthem released by Medikal in June 2025. The song features collaborations with fellow music heavyweight Shatta Wale and Beeztrap KOTM.
As the year wraps up, these tracks stand as reminders of how dynamic and rich Ghana’s music scene has become, and how its influence continues to grow beyond borders.
