Emmanuel Kofi Botwe, widely known by his stage name Kwaw Kese and affectionately called Abodam, is a prominent Ghanaian hiplife artist celebrated for his unique style and vibrant performances. Born on October 7th in Agona Swedru, he has made a lasting impact on the music scene with his eccentric persona and the hit album 'Abodam 2007,' earning multiple awards at the 2008 Ghana Music Awards."

Kwaw Kese

Early Life and Education

Kwaw Kese hails from Agona Swedru in the Central Region of Ghana. After attending Happy Home Junior Secondary School and Winneba Secondary School, he discovered his passion for music at the age of 14, writing and performing his own songs. Post high school, he briefly worked as a meter reader for the Electricity Company of Ghana before fully committing to his musical aspirations.

Career

In 2004, Kwaw Kese's musical journey took a significant turn when he crossed paths with Hammer of The Last Two and signed with the record label. Notably, he founded Mad-Time Entertainment in 2005, launching his solo career with the debut album 'Na Ya Tal.' The breakthrough came with his second album, "Abodam 07." In 2012, he clinched the Hiphop Song Of The Year at the Ghana Music Awards for "Popping" featuring Opanka.

Wife and Children

Kwaw Kese's personal life flourished when he tied the knot with Doris Kyei Baffour in a private ceremony in East Legon, Accra, in April 2016. The couple is blessed with a lovely family, including two children.

Loss of His Newborn

In a heart-wrenching turn of events, Kwaw Kese and his wife faced the tragic loss of their second child due to complications with the heart.

Songs

Kwaw Kese's musical collection features engaging singles such as

1. Dondo

2. BumBum

3. Swedru Agona

4. 1MAD

5. Win

6. Let Me Do My Thing

7. Trap House

8. Porkum

9. Ma Kwan

10. Katiboom

11. Ataa Ayi

12. Unlooking

13. Wossop

14. Good Man

15. Bottles

16. Politician Money

17. Kwakwa

18. Oye Nonsense

19. Odeim

20. Abodam

21. Pilolo

22. Wose Mbaa Pew

23. Dollar

24. Deemus

25. Mabodam

26. B3hw3

27. Victory

28. Yakubu

29. Party Rocker

30. Yesu

31. Kapa

32. Wo Tw3

33. Na Yatal

Awards and Nominations

The pinnacle of Kwaw Kese's career includes multiple wins at the 2008 Ghana Music Awards, where he secured Artist of the Year, Hiplife Album of the Year for "Odeim," Hiplife Artist of the Year, and Hiplife Song of the Year for "Odeim." His success continued with the Hiphop Song Of The Year win in 2012.

Net Worth

With an estimated net worth of $1 million, Kwaw Kese has solidified his position as one of Ghana's successful and influential musicians.

Social Media

Stay connected with Kwaw Kese's journey and updates by following him on Instagram @KwawKese.