Pappy Kojo:  Biography, Songs, Marital Life And Net Worth

Pappy Kojo has his real name as Jason Gaisie.

He is a famous Ghanaian singer and rapper known for his unique single, ‘Realer No’.

Pappy’s style of music is laden with witty lyrics, innovative and trailblazing which has made significant contributions to the hip-hop genre in Ghana.

He was born on February 13, 1989, in Takoradi, in the western region of Ghana.

Pappy Kojo’s Educational Background

Pappy Kojo had his education at the popular Ridge International School in Ghana till 2004. There is no much available information about his education. He was said to have left for Italy to join his mother.

 

Pappy Kojo’ Music Career

Pappy Kojo’s passion for music at an early age and desire to make a difference in the industry marked his starting point in his career.

He participated in locally organized rap shows where he would rap to Obrafour, Tic Tac, Reggie Rockstone, and Lord Kenya. Pappy revealed that his biggest musical influences are Obrafour, The Shady Aftermath Camp and Michael Jackson.

Upon his relocation to Italy in 2004, Pappy’s love for rap music grew even greater. He began covering popular songs and posting them on his YouTube channel.

Around the same time, he began recording his own material with Italian and Ghanaian music producers. This created some buzz for the young rapper.

In 2014, Pappy’s popularity grew unimaginably, following his collaboration with a smash hit record with Ghanaian superstar, Joey B.

Pappy then released his first official single, “Realer No”, also featuring Joey B. The song became an instant hit, catapulting him to the forefront of the Ghanaian music industry.

His brilliant fusion of Ghanaian and international hip-hop elements in his music, marked him out as a superstar, making him a trendsetter in the genre.

Pappy Kojo went to South Africa with Joey B to perform at the Big Brother finale.

Awards and Nominations

Pappy Kojo has been nominated for various awards, most notably:

• 2015 Ghana Music Awards and won an award for the Hip-Hop Song of the Year.
• 2017 Best Photography winner of the year Award.
• 2023 winner of the International Collaboration of the Year.
• He also got a nomination for the Best Newcomer in Africa at the AFRIMMA Awards.

Over the years, Pappy Kojo has proved himself as a talent, solidifying his reputation as one of Ghana’s top hip-hop artistes. He has collaborated with both local and international artists, expanding his influence beyond the borders of Ghana.

He has since released three singles, “Ay3 Late”, “2 Raw” (with Edem) and “Deja Vu” (with Jiggy).

On March 12, 2023, Pappy debut studio album Logos II, was released. The albums features various international and local music stars, including  Sarkodie, Medikal, Fameye, Kwami Eugene, Phyno, Kofi Kinaata, Kwesi Arthur and Busiswa.

As at 2023, Pappy Kojo has released several successful projects, including EPs and mixtapes which received critical acclaim and shot him to a broader spotlight in the music industry.

His Personal Life

Pappy Kojo is not yet married. There is no available information regarding his romantic relationship with any woman as he keeps his personal life relatively private.

He is known for his unique fashion sense and trendsetting style, making him a fashion icon in the Ghanaian entertainment industry.

In addition to his music career, Pappy Kojo is an advocate for social causes, a platform created to address issues like youth empowerment and mental health awareness and others in Ghana.

Pappy Kojo’s Net Worth

Pappy Kojo has established himself as one of the most influential artists in the Ghanaian music scene with an estimated net worth of about $700,000 dollars. His earnings come from music sales, stage performances and endorsement deals.

Pappy Kojo’s distinct blend of rap, Afrobeats and highlife influences has earned him a dedicated and large fan base on social media platform. You can reach or follow him on:

• Instagram handle: @pappykojo
• Twitter handle: @PAPPYKOJO

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