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Default:19

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Word and Sound

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Discogs ID

Limited edition

Colour

Black

Format Music EU

Extended format

Extended format: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Download code

Download code: No

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Release date

2024-08-23

Format multiplier

Catalogue number

ERE989

UPC / Barcode

197342628099

Black LP

Artist

Black Sherif 

Label EU

Empire

Genre EU

Hip Hop

Empire is a US distributor, label, and publisher that was founded in 2010. With a strong presence in the music industry, Empire has established itself as a reputable platform for artists and performers to showcase their talent and reach a wider audience.

As a label, Empire provides support and resources to artists across various genres, helping them navigate the complex world of music production and distribution. Their extensive network allows them to connect artists with industry professionals, ensuring they receive the guidance they need to succeed.

With their expertise in publishing, Empire helps artists protect their intellectual property rights and maximize their earnings from royalties. By working closely with songwriters and composers, Empire ensures that their creative work is properly recognized and compensated.

About: 
The Villain I Never Was is the debut studio album from Ghanaian singer and rapper, Black Sherif. Originally released on October 6, 2022, the 14-track album was supported by five singles, “Second Sermon (Remix),” “Soja,” “45,” “Konongo Zongo,” & the smash hit, “Kwaku The Traveller,” which debuted at number 2 on the UK Afrobeats Singles Chart. Since the release of The Villain I Never Was, Black Sherif’s career has seen considerable growth and accolades, such as Artist of the Year (Ghana Music Awards UK 2022), West African Artist of the Year (The Headies 2023), & Best International Flow (BET Hip-Hop Awards 2023). Now for the first time, fans are able to enjoy this momentous album on vinyl. First pressing limited to 500 copies worldwide. 

Key Marketing/Selling:
    • WON Hip-Hop Song of the Year: Black Sherif "Kwaku the Traveler" @ 2023 VGMA’s
    • WON Video of the Year: Black Sherif "Konongo Zongo" @ 2023 VGMA’s
    • WON Artist of the Year @ 2023 VGMA’s
    • WON Most Popular Song of the Year: Black Sherif "Kwaku the Traveler" @ 2023 VGMA’s
    • WON Artist of the Year @ 2022 Ghana Music Awards UK
    • WON Best International Flow @ 2023 BET Hip-Hop Awards
    • First official vinyl pressing of the album
    • First pressing limited to 500 copies worldwide
    • Contains the song “Kwaku The Traveller” which debuted at number 2 on the UK Afrobeats Singles Chart
        ? the track has over 40M streams on Spotify alone
        ? the music video has over 26M views on YouTube
    • Black Sherif is the premiere Ghanaian Drill artist 
    • Black Sherif’s music is a blend of Highlife, UK drill, Hip-Hop & Reggae

Tracklist:
A1/1. The Homeless Song
A2/2. Oil in my Head
A3/3. 45
A4/4. Soja
A5/5. Prey Da Youngsta
A6/6. Sad Boys Don't Fold
A7/7. Konongo Zongo
B1/8. Wasteman
B2/9. We Up
B3/10. Toxic Love City
B4/11. Don't Forget Me
B5/12. Oh Paradise
B6/13. Kwaku The Traveller
B7/14. Second Sermon (Remix) (feat. Burna Boy)

Socials: 
IG: 2.2M followers
FB: 1.2M followers
TW: 1.3M followers
YT: 952k subs / 171M+ views

The Villain I Never Was

Music EU

Discover "The Villain I Never Was" by Black Sherif on vinyl, his debut album blending Highlife, UK drill, Hip-Hop & Reggae. Limited to 500 copies worldwide from Empire Label.