Black Sherif Celebrates His Birthday With a New Single, “January 9th”

Black Sherif, a 22-year-old Ghanaian singer-songwriter acclaimed for clinching the prestigious Best International Flow Award at the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards, commemorated his birthday with the release of a new single titled "January 9th." The song is a compelling anthem that reflects his personal and social struggles, as well as his confidence and determination to overcome them.

Penned by Mohammed Sharrif Ismail, the inspiring new tune reveals the challenges that Black Sherif has faced, such as death threats, superstitions, sacrifices, and poverty. He sings about the pain and pressure he carries on his shoulders, but also about his dreams and ambitions.

The accompanying official video, directed by the award-winning filmmaker David Nicol-Sey, skillfully intertwines childhood scenes with moments of Black Sherif engaging in spirited games of Draughts or checkers with fans or his crew, evoking a sense of nostalgia.

Joker Nharnah, the renowned producer behind previous hit collaborations such as "Soja," "YaYa," and "Kwaku The Traveller," once again lends his expertise to "January 9th." The song showcases Black Sherif’s versatility and talent, seamlessly blending Ghanaian Highlife with Afro Beats, Drill, and other captivating sounds.

Fans and critics have been praising Black Sherif for his new song, calling it a hit and a banger. “His storytelling ability and his inspiring lyrics always draws you to his music. This is another one from the superstar.” one fan wrote on YouTube. “What a classic song!!! Its amazing how Black Sherif brings out quality music whenever he enters the studio. I love the improvement. Keep it up man ❤,” another fan echoed.

Despite a relatively quiet year on the release front in 2023, a deliberate move by Black Sherif and his management at EMPIRE Distribution, Records, and Publishing Inc., the artist maintained a strong presence on social media. The limited song releases and successful December Concert generated significant buzz among his dedicated fan base.

With the release of “January 9th,” to start the new year, fans can only expect a new body of work from Black Sherif to put an end to their anticipation for new music. His magnetic appeal has not gone unnoticed by global icons and music producers, including DJ Khaled, who has been spotted jamming to Black Sherif's tracks.

“January 9th” by Black Sherif is a song to express the struggles and resilience of the singer, who was born on that date in 2002, and who has come a long way since then. It is also a song that motivates and inspires his fans and listeners, who can relate to his story and his message.

Listen to “January 9th” by Black Sherif on your preferred platform HERE.