Rising Star Dominates Telecel Ghana Music Awards with Multiple Wins
Ghanaian rapper and singer King Paluta has emerged as one of the biggest winners at the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA), taking home Most Popular Song of the Year for his soul-stirring hit “Aseda.”
Released in 2024, Aseda quickly gained traction for its heartfelt lyrics and inspirational theme of gratitude. The track’s powerful message and captivating production made it a fan favorite across radio, streaming platforms, and social media.
Tough Competition in a Star-Studded Category
King Paluta’s Aseda triumphed over some of Ghana’s biggest chart-toppers, including:
- 🧠 OlivetheBoy – “Asylum”
- 🌆 King Promise – “Paris”
- 🌊 Lasmid – “Puul”
- 🎤 Black Sherif – “January 9”
- 🙏 Team Eternity – “Defe Defe”
- 💃 Stonebwoy – “Jejereje”
- 🎶 KiDi ft Black Sherif – “Lomo Lomo”
This win marks a significant moment in King Paluta’s career as the recognition reflects both public love and industry respect.
King Paluta Bags Multiple Awards at TGMA 2025
In addition to the Most Popular Song, King Paluta also won:
- 🎵 Highlife Song of the Year—Aseda
- 🎛️ Producer of the Year—for his work on Aseda and other projects
These awards reflect his growing versatility—not just as a rapper and singer, but also as a producer and composer.
“Aseda”: A Song of Thanksgiving and Hope
Translated from Twi, “Aseda” means “Thanksgiving,” and the song truly lives up to its name. With a blend of live instrumentation and emotionally charged vocals, the track highlights King Paluta’s lyrical dexterity, cultural depth, and musical maturity.
The song’s universal message of gratitude and resilience has resonated widely, earning critical acclaim and widespread public admiration. It’s more than a hit—”Aseda” is now considered an anthem of hope.
“Aseda is a song that speaks from the heart. It’s my story and the story of many others who’ve had to fight through hard times,” King Paluta shared in a recent interview.
A Close Contender for Artiste of the Year
King Paluta was also a top contender for the coveted Artiste of the Year award, which saw fierce competition from
- Stonebwoy
- King Promise
- Black Sherif
- Kweku Smoke
- Team Eternity Ghana
- Joe Mettle
Although he didn’t take home the ultimate title, his multiple wins and strong presence at the event solidified his status as a musical force to watch.
Where to Stream “Aseda”
King Paluta’s Aseda is currently available on all major music platforms:
🎧 Spotify
🎶 Apple Music
📀 Boomplay
📱 Audiomack