Ghanaian rap legend Sarkodie, known privately as Michael Owusu Addo, has added another historic milestone to his career after receiving the Ditto Legacy Award on November 20, 2025. The award was presented during the Ditto X music conference and networking event held at The O2 Arena in London—one of the biggest annual gatherings for independent artists and music industry professionals.
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The Ditto Legacy Award is one of the highest honors given by Ditto Music, a global digital music distribution platform that supports independent musicians. The award celebrates artists whose consistency, creativity, and long-lasting influence have shaped music and culture, especially within the independent scene. For Sarkodie, this recognition cements his position as one of Africa’s most impactful voices.
A Well-Deserved Recognition
Sarkodie’s legacy spans well over a decade, marked by unmatched consistency and groundbreaking contributions to African hip-hop and Afrobeats. With more than 120 awards from over 200 nominations, he has earned accolades across the globe—from the BET Awards (becoming the first African rapper to win Best International Act: Africa in 2012) to the MTV Africa Music Awards, Headies, and multiple Ghana Music Awards.
Albums like Makye (2009), Rapperholic (2012), and Sarkology (2014) helped define modern Ghanaian hiplife and inspired a new generation of artists. His global reach has also expanded significantly since partnering with Ditto Music around 2020, amassing over 185 million YouTube views and collaborating with artists who bridge African and international sounds.
Ditto Music’s CEO, Lee Parsons, has long been a vocal supporter of Sarkodie. In 2020, he publicly questioned why the rapper was snubbed by the MOBO Awards, calling him one of Africa’s most important musical exports.
Fans Celebrate the Moment
Videos shared across Instagram reels and X (Twitter) from November 22–25 captured the powerful moment Sarkodie received his award, sparking widespread celebration. Media outlets including Ameyaw Debrah and Ghana Music described it as a “testament to his unmatched consistency,” while fans—especially the loyal SarkNatives—hailed it as yet another GOAT-level moment for the superstar 🐐.
The honor comes at a time when Sarkodie continues to release new music, including his November 2025 collaboration “Put It On God” with AlorG via Sarkcess Music and Ditto.
What the Ditto Legacy Award Represents
The Ditto Legacy Award is reserved for independent artists who have left a deep, lasting mark on global music and culture. It recognizes musicians who stay consistent over the years, shape genres, and inspire upcoming artists through their dedication and innovation.
About Ditto Music
Ditto Music is one of the world’s leading digital distribution and artist services companies. It helps musicians independently release their songs across major platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, Boomplay, Audiomack, Amazon Music, and YouTube Music—allowing them to reach global audiences while keeping full control of their work and royalties.
Beyond distribution, Ditto offers tools for:
Tracking and collecting earnings
Publishing and YouTube Content ID
Release scheduling, pre-save links, smart links, and analytics
For artists seeking more advanced support, Ditto provides Ditto Plus and Ditto Pro, offering marketing, playlist pitching, PR campaigns, funding, and personalized career development.
The company also hosts the Ditto X conference, a top-tier industry event that brings together creatives, managers, producers, and executives to share opportunities, network, and celebrate excellence. It is at events like this that Ditto presents the prestigious Ditto Legacy Award.
A Legacy That Continues to Grow
Sarkodie’s recognition is more than just another trophy—it is a celebration of his influence, his leadership in African music, and his power as an independent artist who has shaped global hip-hop for over 15 years. As he continues releasing new music and pushing boundaries, this award marks yet another defining chapter in his remarkable journey.
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