Darryl Paa Kwesi Bannerman-Martin (born 20 August 1989), known under the stage name Joey B, is a Ghanaian hip hop recording artist. He is well known for his single "Tonga".[1]
Joey B | |
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 Portrait of Joey B | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Darryl Paa Kwesi Bannerman-Martin |
| Also known as | Beezy
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| Born | 20 August 1989 Cape Coast, Central Region, Ghana |
| Origin | fante |
| Genres | Hip hop, Soul, R&B |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Instrument | vocals |
| Years active | 2011-present |
| Labels | World Records |
| Website | http://joeybeezy.world/ |
Early life and career
editJoey B was born in Cape Coast, Ghana. He realized his talent for music at age six (6) when he formed a group and aided in ghostwriting most of the songs they made together. This bolstered his unrelenting strong desire for music and pursued it. He had his primary education at St. Theresa's School and later went to Accra High School. He graduated at Zenith University College in 2016.[2]
Later on, he collaborated with producer Lil Shaker till they met Jayso, the founder of Skillions.[3] From then on, he has worked with various labels and producers such as Hammer of The Last Two and Black Avenue Music and produced many hit songs such as "Tonga", “Pinch mah Nips”, and "Strawberry".[4] He was nominated the Hip-life/Hiphop Artist of the Year at the 2021 Vodafone Ghana Music Awards.[5]
Collaborations and influences
editOn his career path, Joey B has collaborated with artists such as Sarkodie, EL, Fuse ODG, Edem and many others. The rapper's music has been influenced by several artists such as Kanye West and Kid Cudi.[3]
In September 2015, Roc Nation's rapper, Vic Mensa who was on a short trip to Ghana for his grandmother's funeral, disclosed he would love to work with Joey B and Sarkodie.[6] The following year, Vic Mensa again on Beats 1 Radio interview with Ebro Darden, tipped listeners of possible collaborations with Joey B, Sarkodie and M.anifest.
Fashion style and brand ambassador for Adidas
editIn July 2015, the world's eminent manufacturer of sports shoes, clothing and accessories; Adidas (Ghana) outdoor Joey B as their brand ambassador, making him the first in Africa.[7][8]
Style influence
editJoey B over the years has become not just a household name for mellow-vibe music but also his fashion style. His unique sense of fashion and great appeal to the youth has won him the most influential fashion icon in Ghana.[9]
"Joey B's fashion style has grown so large that his other rappers cannot help but to follow the trend.", an article on Ghana Web reported.[10]
The rapper is well-noted for trendsetting skinny jeans and tattered clothing [preferably called fades and tatters] in Ghana.[11]
Discography
editEPs
edit- LAVA FEELS (2020)
- Darryl (2017)
Selected singles
edit- "Ranger" feat. Darkovibes
- "La Familia" feat. Sarkodie and Kwesi Arthur
- "Green Tea" feat. Medikal
- "Kiss & Tell"
- "No Waste Time" feat. Boj
- "Taya" feat. Darkovibes and RJZ
- "Greetings From Abroad" feat. Pappy Kojo
- "911" feat. Medikal
- "Stables" feat. La Même Gang
- You Peh Freestyle
- Beautiful Boy feat. Wanlov and Ponobiom
- Nsa (2018)
- Sweetie Pie] feat. King Promise - (2018)
- NewLords (feat Pappy Kojo and Sarkodie) (2017)
- Baby Mama (feat Sarkodie)(2017)
- Sunshine (2017)
- U x Me (2016)[12]
- F.O.H (feat. Medikal) (2016)[13]
- Otoolege (feat. Samini) (2015)
- Wow (feat. EL and Pappy Kojo) (2015)
- Tonga (feat. Sarkodie) (2014)
- Wave (feat. Pappy Kojo) (2014)
- Cigarette (2013)
- Strawberry Ginger (2013)
- Chop Kenkey (2013)
- Akobam ft Medikal and Kofi Mole
- Cold (feat. Sarkodie) (2020)
Videography
edit| Year | Title | Director | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Greetings from abroad. feat. Pappy Kojo | GOLDYUNGE & Himself | [14] |
| 2017 | Ranger feat. Darkovibes | Prince Dovlo | [15] |
| 2017 | You x Me | Kemist Gold | [16] |
| 2016 | 89 | Wanlov The Kubolor[17] | [18] |
| 2016 | Fiend | Kingsley Osei Bonsu[19] | [20] |
| 2016 | U x Me[21] | Kemist | [22] |
| 2014 | Wave | Prince Dovlo | [23] |
| 2014 | Tonga | Vertex | [24] |
| 2013 | Cigarette | Desmond Blackmore | [25] |
| 2013 | Strawberry Ginger | Gyo | [26] |
Features
edit- "Medikal" La hustle ft Joey B ( Prod By DJ Krept)
- "Magnom" My Baby ft Joey B (Prod By MagNom)
- "G-West" Akosua ft Joey B (Prod By Kuvie)
- "EL" ft Joey B- You Don't Know Me
- "Mr Eazi" Ft Joey B - Holl'Up (Prod By Juls)
- "Vacs", ft Joey B – Enjoy (Prod. By Vacs)
- " Sarkodie " ft. Joey B -Legend ( Prod. by Nova production)[27]
- "Sarkodie", ft Joey B – Baby Mama (Prod. Ced Solo)[28]
References
edit- ^ "Joey B Gets Car Prize From Midland As 2014 VGMA New Artiste Of The Year". Modernghana.com. Retrieved 21 October 2021.
- ^ Kofi Duah (25 September 2014). "Revealed: Joey B is no 'Tonga'". Graphic.com.gh. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
- ^ a b Quame Junior (28 September 2011). "Caught in the act: Joey B exposed". Ghanamusic.com. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
- ^ "The Sad Story of Rapper Joey B". Omgghana.com. Archived from the original on 2 April 2015. Retrieved 27 March 2015.
- ^ News, Pulse (2021-04-04). "Full List: Here are the nominees for the 2021 Ghana Music Awards". Pulse Ghana. Retrieved 2022-04-30.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ^ Ebenezer Donkoh (21 September 2015). "Caught in the act: Joey B exposed". Ghanaweb.com. Retrieved 1 August 2016.
- ^ Osei (28 May 2015). "Exclusive: Joey B becomes Brand Ambassador For ADIDAS Ghana". GhKings.com. Retrieved 1 August 2016.
- ^ "Adidas Signs Joey B As Brand Ambassador". Etvghana.com. 10 July 2015. Archived from the original on 4 August 2016. Retrieved 1 August 2016.
- ^ "Pappy Kojo and Joey B creating a fashion sensation in Ghana". Viasat1.com.gh. 4 August 2015. Retrieved 1 August 2016.
- ^ Nii Ayi Mensah Lartey (2 July 2016). "Joey B epitome of brand ambassador". Ghanaweb.com. Retrieved 1 August 2016.
- ^ Daniel Beckford (17 September 2015). "The rise of tattered and faded trousers in ghana". HighSchoolGH.com. Retrieved 1 August 2016.
- ^ Akwasi King (31 May 2016). "'U x Me' is in my top 3 songs I listen to everyday – Bola Ray". Ghkings.com. Retrieved 1 August 2016.
- ^ Akwasi King (4 June 2016). ""FOH" is a Real Life Story – Joey B". Ghkings.com. Retrieved 1 August 2016.
- ^ "Joey B – "Greetings from abroad" Feat. Pappy Kojo". YouTube. Retrieved 18 December 2018.
- ^ "Joey B – Ranger Feat. Darkovibes (Official Video)". Hitxgh.com. Retrieved 17 February 2018.
- ^ "Joey B – You and Me (Official Music Video)". Blissgh.com. Retrieved 17 February 2018.
- ^ "Joey B – 89 ft Mutombo Da Poet (Prod By Classick)". Ghxcludives.com. Retrieved 6 March 2017.
- ^ "Joey B drops '89' ft. Mutombo Da Poet". Mobile.ghanaweb.com. Retrieved 6 March 2017.
- ^ "Filmmaker Kingsley Osei Bonsu gets International recognition". Ghanaweb.com.
- ^ "Joey B - Fiend (Official Music Video)". YouTube. Retrieved 1 August 2016.
- ^ "'U x me' is proof of what Joey B can do". Ghanaweb.com. April 4, 2017.
- ^ "Joey B - U x Me (Official Music Video)". YouTube. Retrieved 1 August 2016.
- ^ "Joey B - Wave (Feat. Pappy Kojo) (Official Music Video Directed by Prince Dovlo)". YouTube. Retrieved 1 August 2016.
- ^ "Joey B - Tonga (Feat. Sarkodie) Official Music Video". YouTube. Retrieved 1 August 2016.
- ^ "Joey B - Cigarette (Official Music Video)". YouTube. Retrieved 1 August 2016.
- ^ "Joey B ft D-Black & E.L - Strawberry Ginger (Official Music Video)". YouTube. Retrieved 1 August 2016.
- ^ Akwasi, Kofi (June 12, 2019). "Check out the banger by Sarkodie ft Joey B – Legend". Yen.com.gh.
- ^ Urban Roll (11 September 2017). "Sarkodie Ft Joey B – Baby Mama". Urbanroll.net. Retrieved 29 September 2017.