There are moments in life that stay with you, not because they were loud, but because they were true. One of mine happened years ago in Accra, at a live show hosted by a then-rising artiste named Singjay. I was living in Dansoman Matayeko at the time, attending the event with the legendary Sugar Ranking, and I remember how the crowd shifted the moment Singjay took the mic. His voice, his presence, his rhythm and it was like watching a prophecy unfold.
Today, as a journalist based in Tema and reporting for NewsmirrorNG.com, I find myself drawn back to that memory. Singjay’s name keeps resurfacing, tagged in posts, shared in reels, echoed in conversations. That spark I witnessed years ago has become a flame that’s now lighting up Ghana’s music scene and beyond.
Born Ludwick Arthur on April 23, 1984, in Hemang, Ashanti Region, and raised partly in Ga-Adabraka, Accra, Singjay carries a rich dual heritage. Though he’s a twin, he prefers to keep that part of his life private and his senior brother Lawrence Arthur remains behind the scenes while Singjay commands the spotlight.
His music career officially launched in 2016 with the release of his 23-track mixtape album “Magical 23”, under Magic Empire Entertainment. The album featured collaborations with NaturalFace, Sugar Ranking, and Afreekan, and its launch in Caprice drew a massive crowd, marking the beginning of a movement.
Singjay’s music is a genre-bending blend of reggae, highlife, dancehall, and hip-hop. His vocal style channels the soul of Jamaican toasting while staying rooted in Ghanaian storytelling. His discography includes:
– Selassie I Live
– Hotter Dan Dem
– Anutie Dedee (ft. Nii Funny)
– Odo Ndwom
– Time Up
– Up We Go
– Survival
Each track is more than a song because it’s a message, a memory, a movement.
Singjay has performed on major platforms like the Blakk Conscious Tour Phase and YFM Area Code, and shared stages with international acts such as Turbulence and Sonnibali. He’s also appeared on TV shows like Sound Slash and Mid-week Mad Show, expanding his reach across Ghana.
In 2022, he launched Singjayfest, a grassroots music festival in Caprice that champions emerging Ghanaian talents. His impact was recognized in 2023 with multiple awards:
– Highlife Artiste of the Year
– Reggae Dancehall Artiste of the Year
– Best Highlife Artiste of the Year
Where to Find Singjay
Inspired by icons like Fiifi Selah, Beenieman, and Chris Martin, Singjay remains open to collaborations and continues to evolve his sound.
– Facebook: Ludwick Arthur (Singjay)
– Instagram & Twitter: @Singjay23
– Email: empire_magic@yahoo.com
– Phone/WhatsApp: +233 539 345 001 / +233 244 150 615
– Team Contact (William): 0278 848 315
– Stream Music: https://m.soundcloud.com/singjay_23 | https://audiomack.com/singjay23
– YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCMSE1Piv–nT4-zwxeF2kOg
Singjay is not just an artiste but a cultural force in motion. His journey from Hemang to Caprice, from mixtape launches to award stages, is a testament to resilience, vision, and the power of music to unite. I look forward to finally sitting with him one-on-one and to hear more about what fuels his fire, and what dreams still burn in his heart.
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