VGMA 2011 Winners
The Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMA) is one of the most prestigious music awards ceremonies in Ghana. It recognizes and celebrates the achievements of Ghanaian musicians and the contribution they make to the music industry. The VGMA has been around since 2000, and every year, it honors the best of the best in Ghanaian music. In this post, we will take a look at the winners of the VGMA 2011.
1. Artiste of the Year – VIP
VIP won the Artiste of the Year award at the VGMA 2011. The group had been in the music industry for over a decade and had released many hit songs. Their album, “Jamo,” was a commercial success, and their win at the VGMA was well-deserved.
2. Best New Artiste of the Year – Stay Jay
Stay Jay won the Best New Artiste of the Year award at the VGMA 2011. He had burst onto the music scene with his hit song, “Shashee Wowo,” which became an instant hit with Ghanaians. Stay Jay’s unique style and delivery set him apart from his peers, and his win was well-deserved.
3. Song of the Year – “U Go Kill Me” by Sarkodie ft. EL
“U Go Kill Me” by Sarkodie featuring EL won the Song of the Year award at the VGMA 2011. The song was a massive hit in Ghana and was played in clubs and on radio stations across the country. Sarkodie’s win was a testament to his talent and ability to produce music that resonated with Ghanaians.
4. Album of the Year – “The Revelation” by Joe Mettle
Joe Mettle’s album, “The Revelation,” won the Album of the Year award at the VGMA 2011. The album was a commercial success and helped to cement Joe Mettle’s place as one of the most talented gospel artists in Ghana. “The Revelation” showcased Joe Mettle’s unique sound and ability to produce music that touched the hearts of Ghanaians.
5. Best Collaboration of the Year – “African Girls” by Castro ft. Baby Jet
“African Girls” by Castro featuring Baby Jet won the Best Collaboration of the Year award at the VGMA 2011. The song was a massive hit and showcased Castro’s unique sound and Baby Jet’s ability to deliver a catchy chorus. Their collaboration was a match made in heaven, and the award was well-deserved.
Here is a list of all the nominations and winners
1. Best Reggae Recording of the Year: Iwan
2. Gospel Song of the year: Cecilia Marfo
3. Highlife Song of the year: Kwabena Kwabena with ‘Dadeanoma’
4. Best Hiplife song of the year: Castro feat Asamoah Gyan with ‘African Girls’
5. Hip-hop song of the year: D’black with ‘Get on the dancefloor’
6. Afro pop song of the year: ‘Kiss your hand’ by R2bees.
7. MUSIGHA Merit Award: Emeritus Prof J.H Nketia
8. Traditional Artist of the year: Mustapha Addy
9. Instrumentalist of the year: Emmanuel Koomson
10. Best Collaboration: Castro Feat Asamoah Gyan with ‘African Girls’
11. Songwriter of the Year: Pastor Boamah
12. Best music for Development: Reggy Zippy with GHC 3000. All the other nominees took home GHC 300. Abraham Ohene-Gyan of OM Studios took home GHC 5000
13. Gospel artiste of the year: No tribe
14. Highlife artiste of the year: Kwabena Kwabena.
15. Rapper of year: Trigmatic
16. Record of the Year: Sammy B
17. Male Vocal Performance: Knii Lantey
18. Female Vocal Performance: Efya
19. Most Popular Song: Aha ye De by Nana Boro
20. Album of the year: Samini with CEO
21. Discovery of the Year: Herty Borngreat
22. Producer of the Year: Zapp Mallet
23. Video of the Year: Phamous People
24. Best African Artist: K’naan
25. Artiste of the year: VIP
26. Hip Life/Hip Hop Artiste(s) of the Year: VIP
In conclusion, the VGMA 2011 was a great event that celebrated the achievements of Ghanaian musicians. VIP’s win as the Artiste of the Year was a significant achievement, and their album, “Jamo,” was a standout project. Stay Jay, Sarkodie, Joe Mettle, Castro, and Baby Jet also had great wins, and their contributions to the music industry in Ghana cannot be understated. The VGMA continues to be a significant event in the Ghanaian music industry, and we look forward to seeing more talented artists honored in the years to come.
