Global anticipation is building as legendary artist, producer, and music entrepreneur Nana King prepares to release his highly anticipated new album 4EVR Champion Vol. 1 this Friday, March 6, 2026.
The ambitious 25-track album marks the first installment in a two-part series. 4EVR Champion Vol. 1 launches a major new chapter for Nana King, with Volume 2 scheduled for release later this year, continuing the momentum of what is shaping up to be one of the most expansive projects of his career.
Widely recognized as one of the pioneers behind Hiplife, Nana King helped shape the groundbreaking sound that emerged from Ghana in the late 1990s. Now, with 4EVR Champion Vol. 1, he blends that legacy with a modern global sound, combining Hiplife, Afro Trap, R&B, and hip-hop into a vibrant and internationally accessible record.
The album is also a multilingual experience, featuring songs in English, Twi, and Pidgin, reflecting the diverse cultural influences behind Nana King’s music and expanding its reach to audiences around the world.
Born William O. A. Konadu Jr. in Los Angeles, Nana King later lived in Ghana, where he launched his record label Ashanti International Records. Through the label, he developed and mentored numerous artists who would go on to become chart-topping stars, helping to define a generation of Ghanaian music.
A Sound Built for a Global Audience
With 4EVR Champion Vol. 1, Nana King brings together decades of musical experience with a forward-looking vision. The album moves fluidly between smooth R&B melodies, rhythm-driven Afro Trap production, classic Hiplife flows, and modern hip-hop arrangements.
The mix of languages — English, Twi, and Pidgin — gives the album a distinctive international flavor while preserving the authenticity that longtime fans recognize from Nana King’s earlier work.
From Trap-inspired beats to melodic vocal hooks and lyrical storytelling, the project is designed not just for regional audiences but for listeners worldwide, reflecting the growing global appetite for genre-blending music.
A Powerful Lineup of Featured Artists
The album features an impressive roster of collaborators from across the contemporary music scene. Notably, all of the featured artists on the album, except Kwacy Boat, are signed to Nana King’s label, Ashanti International Records, highlighting the strength of the roster he has developed and mentored through the label.
Reigning rap queen Nana Queen appears on two of the album’s most anticipated tracks. She joins Nana King on the title track “4EVR Champion” (English), a bold Afro Trap reinterpretation of Nana King’s iconic 1999 anthem “Champion,” originally recorded with Ghanaian rap legend Ex-Doe. Nana Queen also appears on the breakout single “Woye Medo” (Twi), which has already been dominating radio airwaves throughout the early months of 2026.
Other featured artists include:
- Lucia on “Fake” (Twi), delivering a soulful vocal performance over a smooth R&B-influenced production.
- Kwacy Boat on “Anadwo Yɛ Dɛ” (Twi), bringing melodic storytelling to one of the album’s late-night grooves.
- Boy Spike on “Ɔnnye Wo Deɛ” (Twi), blending rhythmic Hiplife flows with Trap-inspired percussion.
- Shegah on “Odononie” (Twi), adding emotional depth to a track infused with Afro Trap energy.
Together, these collaborations showcase the range of voices shaping Nana King’s latest musical vision.
COO of Ashanti International Records/Nana King’s Manager, Marcelle Sirkus was reached for comment, sharing, “This album celebrates the sound that cemented Nana King’s legacy, while setting a new standard for hiplife artists worldwide.”
“Woye Medo” Leads the Album’s Momentum
The album’s early buzz has been fueled by the success of Nana King’s single Woye Medo, which has been steadily gaining traction on radio and streaming platforms since the start of the year.
Blending heartfelt Twi lyrics with modern production and Afro Trap rhythm, the song has quickly become a standout release and a signal that Nana King’s sound continues to resonate across generations.
Meanwhile, DJs have begun offering exclusive sneak listens to the album’s title track 4EVR Champion—a modern reinterpretation of the classic Champion. Featuring Nana Queen, the updated version brings a powerful new energy to the beloved original.
Taking the Sound Global
With 25 tracks on Volume 1 and a second installment arriving later in 2026, 4EVR Champion represents an extraordinary body of work.
More than two decades after helping shape the Hiplife movement, Nana King is now pushing that sound beyond borders — blending Trap, Afro Trap, R&B, hip-hop, and Hiplife into a musical style designed for global listeners and international stages.
The music video for the Title Track “4EVR Champion” is certain to thrill fans upon its release in a few weeks.
As 4EVR Champion Vol. 1 arrives this week, the message behind the album is clear: Nana King isn’t simply revisiting the legacy he helped create—he’s bringing the sound he pioneered to a worldwide audience in a bold new era.
