Jay Bahdi is a rising star in the Ghanaian music scene, best known as a hip-hop artiste and pioneer of the Asakaa music genre.
He is a member of the band Asakaa Boys, a group of young rappers from Kumasi who are creating a new rap scene in Ghana, also known as Kumerica.
He is best known for the lyrics to this hit song ‘sore,’ These included his fellow AsakaaBoys, Yaw Tog, O’kenneth, City Boy and Reggie.
He also released the song “Condemn”, which showcased his rap skills and charisma.
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- Full name: Jackson Kwadwo Bawuah
- Nickname: Jay Bahd
- Date of Birth: June 21, 1999
- Age: 24
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Kumasi, Ghana
- Nationality: Ghana
- Occupation: Hip-hop artist
- Height: 5 feet 8 inches
- Parents: None
- Brothers and sisters: None
- Spouse: No
- Children: None
- Relationship status: Single
- Net worth: $600,000
Early life and education
Jackson Kwadwo Bawuah, stage name Jay Bahd, 24 years old, was born on June 21, 1999 in Kumasi, the capital of the Ashanti region of Ghana.
He grew up in a humble and modest family environment and developed a keen interest in music at an early age.
He attended Ejisu Senior Technical Secondary School where he met some of his Asakaa Boys teammates and started rapping and recording songs with them.
He is influenced by local and international hip-hop artists such as Sarkodie, Drake, Pop Smoke and Lil Durk.
Personal life
Jay Bahd is not married and has no children. He is currently single and focusing on his music career.
He has not revealed much about his personal life or past relationships but he has been linked with a few female celebrities and fans.
Profession
Jay Bahide began his music career as a member of the Asakaa Boys, a group of young rappers from Kumasi who revolutionized the Ghanaian music scene with their Drill Music, also known as Asakaa or Kumerica.
The group includes Jay Bahd, Yaw Tog, O’kenneth, City Boy, Reggie, Kawabanga, Sean Lifer and Rabby Jones.
They have released several songs and videos such as “Akatafoc”, “Maa Drip” and “Condemn”, which have gained popularity and international recognition. They have also collaborated with artists such as Medikal, Kwesi Arthur and Kofi Jamar.
Jay Bahd rose to fame after singing the lyrics in the hit song “Sore” which was released in September 2020. The song, sung by Yaw Tog, O’kenneth, City Boy and Reggie, went viral and became a street anthem in Ghana and beyond.
The song also caught the attention of British rapper Stormzy, who joined Ed Sheeran in a remix of the song.
The remix was released in March 2021 and has been viewed over 10 million times on YouTube.
Jay Bahd also released his song “Condemn” which was released in October 2020. The song features O’kenneth, City Boy, Reggie, and Kwaku DMC and showcases Jay Bahd’s rapping skills and charisma as he delivers catchy and witty lines over a powerful beat.
The song has been viewed over 2 million times on YouTube and has received positive reviews from fans and critics.
Jay Bahd is currently working on his debut album which is expected to be released in 2023. He also hinted at upcoming collaborations with artists such as Shatta Wale, Stonebwoy and Davido.
net worth
Jay Bahd’s net worth is estimated to be $600,000.
He makes money from music sales, streaming, performances, endorsements, and other ventures.
dispute
Jay Bahred has been involved in several controversies and scandals throughout his career, which damaged his image and reputation. The most notable one was in March 2021, when he posted a shocking video on his Snapchat account in which he received oral sex from a girl.
The video was quickly deleted but quickly went viral online, sparking outrage and backlash from the public, especially female fans.
He was accused of disrespecting women, promoting immoral behavior, and damaging his brand. He later apologized for his actions and claimed that his account was hacked and the video was leaked by others.
Social Media
- Instagram account: @jaybhad
- Twitter: @jaybhad
Discography
- sore
- condemn
- Y3 Y3 Dom
- To obtain
- Simaku
