Highlife musician Kofi Boakye Yiadom known in showbiz circles as Kofi B has died Sunday, a few hours to his performance at a concert in Cape Coast in the Central region.
The ‘Mmobrowa’ singer according to colleague musician Kofi Nti, started complaining of chest pains and unusual heartbeat as he prepared to perform on Sunday evening.
A doctor at the hospital said Kofi B was sweating and vomiting when he was brought there.
The ‘Bantama Kofi Boakye’ hitmaker was restless with very high body temperature and an unusual blood pressure 150/120, the doctor said.
Since he had difficulty breathing, he was put on oxygen and given some injection but he died at 3 am on Sunday.
His body has been transported to the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital for storage and autopsy the doctor said.
Kofi B the artist
Kofi Boakye Yiadom has been described as one of those singers who define what real Ghanaian highlife should be.
To show that he knows his beans when it comes to the rudiments of the highlife genre, he lighted the music industry with the release of his well-produced hit song 'Mmobrowa'.
The award-winning ‘Koforidua Flowers’ singer had dreams of being a legal practitioner but he chanced on music and got the support of his family.
Kofi B’s style was different and immediately won the hearts of most fans and a lot of industry players were willing to help him make it big as a singer.
Industry heavyweights Amakye Dede, Kojo Antwi as well as the late Opampuo inspired him greatly.
Although a newcomer with a lot of promise, it was his recordings with Ofori Amponsah, who was already a household name which helped him shoot through the roof.
Mr All4Real and Kofi B released an album together and the ‘Otoolege’ singer also helped produce other tracks for Kofi B.
Kofi B went on to get nominated for his works as well as win some awards including at the Ghana Music Awards.
DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.
Tags:
Latest Stories
-
EBID wins the Africa Sustainability Award
59 minutes -
Expansion Drive: Takoradi Technical University increases faculties
5 hours -
SHS heads demand payment of outstanding funds before reopening of schools
6 hours -
We thank God for the 2024 general elections – Akufo-Addo
6 hours -
Coconut Grove Beach Resort marks 30 years of excellence with memorable 9 lessons & carols service
6 hours -
WAFU B U-17 Girls’ Cup: Black Maidens beat Nigeria on penalties to win inaugral tournament
7 hours -
Real Madrid beat Sevilla to keep pressure on leaders Atletico
8 hours -
Liverpool put six past Spurs to go four points clear
8 hours -
Manchester United lose 3-0 at home to Bournemouth yet again
8 hours -
CHAN 2024Q: ‘It’s still an open game’ – Didi on Ghana’s draw with Nigeria
8 hours -
CHAN 2024Q: Ghana’s Black Galaxies held by Nigeria in first-leg tie
9 hours -
Dr Nduom hopeful defunct GN bank will be restored under Mahama administration
10 hours -
Bridget Bonnie celebrates NDC Victory, champions hope for women and youth
10 hours -
Shamima Muslim urges youth to lead Ghana’s renewal at 18Plus4NDC anniversary
11 hours -
Akufo-Addo condemns post-election violence, blames NDC
11 hours