Ghanaian dancehall icon Shatta Wale has poured love and support on rising star Black Sherif following the release of his highly anticipated sophomore album, ‘Iron Boy’. Despite growing speculations online that Black Sherif may have thrown subliminal shots at Wale in one of the tracks, the ‘Minamino Sin’ hitmaker is choosing positivity and brotherhood over controversy.
Black Sherif Drops ‘Iron Boy’– A Soul-Stirring 15-Track Masterpiece
Released on Thursday, April 3, 2025, Black Sherif’s ‘Iron Boy’ quickly became a trending topic on social media. The 15-track project explores themes of love, resilience, personal growth, and ambition, showcasing the young artiste’s evolution and lyrical depth.
With his signature blend of emotional storytelling and raw vocals, the Kumasi-based sensation invites fans into his world—highlighting the struggles, victories, and lessons that have shaped his journey so far.
One track in particular, titled ‘Where Dem Boyz,’ sparked conversation online for its bold and vivid lyricism. A specific line, “Cowboy from AliExpress, if you claim you are the savior, save yourself,” led many to believe Black Sherif was taking subtle jabs at Shatta Wale.
Shatta Wale Clears the Air: “I’m Too Bank Minded for Nonsense.”
In response to the rumors, Shatta Wale took to X (formerly Twitter) on the evening of the album’s release to dismiss the allegations and show his admiration for Black Sherif’s work.
Wale’s tweet read:
“If you follow Ghanaians, you will even think God is your enemy. Congrats on this masterpiece lil one. Go hard and don’t stop. I never hear say you say Shatta Wale this, Shatta that, but as usual those unemployed Ghanaians deh try push agenda.”
“I am too bank minded for Nonesense… Just do your thing my G!!! SM4LYF. Let’s make da kwacha hardddd in their faces… Who loose now.”
His statement not only shuts down the rumors but also emphasizes his focus on progress and collaboration within the Ghanaian music industry.
A Moment of Unity in Ghanaian Music
Shatta Wale’s response stands as a rare and refreshing show of support in an industry often fueled by competition and controversy. His words reflect a maturity that encourages younger artists like Black Sherif to keep pushing boundaries and stay true to their craft—despite the noise.
As ‘Iron Boy’ continues to dominate streaming platforms and gather critical acclaim, the interaction between Shatta Wale and Black Sherif sends a clear message: there’s space for everyone to win, and unity is more powerful than petty squabbles.
Final Thoughts
Whether or not the lyric in ‘Where Dem Boyz’ was directed at anyone specific, Black Sherif’s ‘Iron Boy’ is already making waves as one of the most impactful Ghanaian albums of 2025. And with legends like Shatta Wale showing public support, the future of Ghanaian music continues to look incredibly bright.