Asà Givens
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Asamoah Kyei Baffour Gideon |
| Born | December 27, 1997 |
| Origin | Ghana |
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| Years active | 2016–present |
Asà Givens, born Asamoah Kyei Baffour Gideon[1] is a Ghanaian singer and songwriter with Nigerian heritage.[2] His upbringing in Ghana exposed him to diverse cultural and musical influences, fueling his passion for music.[3] He combines elements of Afrobeat, R&B, pop, and funk in his work, creating a sound distinct from conventional Afrobeat tracks.[4][5][6]
Early life
[edit]Asà Givens was born in Kumasi, Ghana, on December 27, 1997.[2] He lived in Kumasi until the age of 10 before moving with his family to Accra.[1] Asà Given interest in music grew stronger, and by the time he was in Mawuli School, he began writing his own songs.[4][5][6]
Career
[edit]Asà Givens began his professional music career in 2016 under the stage name Ksongz with the release of his debut single, Ijo.[1][7] Asà Givens made a strong return to the music industry in 2024 under his new stage name as he explained that “Asà” reflects his Ghanaian name, Asamoah.[8][3][4]
Discography
[edit]- Ijo (2016)
- Rington (2024)
- Crush (2024)
- Pressure (featuring Famouzgh)
- Oremi Atata (featuring Kula GH)
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Asa Givens: A Journey of Reinvention and Purpose". Bestsjobs.com. 2024-10-21. Retrieved 2024-11-29.
- ^ a b "Asà Givens". Music In Africa. 2023-08-24. Retrieved 2024-11-29.
- ^ a b "Asa Givens Meeting Efya Nocturnal and Sister Deborah". Bestsjobs.com. 2024-11-29. Retrieved 2024-11-29.
- ^ a b c "Asa Givens and AKTHEBEATZ: A Dynamic Partnership Behind the Hits". Bestsjobs.com. 2024-11-29. Retrieved 2024-11-29.
- ^ a b "Asa Givens and Famouzgh: A Collaboration That Took the Airwaves by Storm". Bestsjobs.com. 2024-10-21. Retrieved 2024-11-29.
- ^ a b "Asa Givens: Featured on Splitt's "Overstar" Album". Bestsjobs.com. 2024-11-29. Retrieved 2024-11-29.
- ^ "Asa Givens At Mzbel Live Events: Sharing the Stage with Legends". Bestsjobs.com. 2024-11-29. Retrieved 2024-11-29.
- ^ "Asa Givens A Rising Star on Prominent Stages". Bestsjobs.com. 2024-11-29. Retrieved 2024-11-29.