Social media platforms like Twitter and Instagram were abuzz with reactions from fans and music lovers as Black Sherif was finally announced as the winner of the most coveted award at the 24th edition of the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (VGMAs), which was held on Saturday, May 6 at the Accra International Conference Center.
The Artiste of the Year (AOTY), which recognises the top-performing artistes in the Ghanaian music industry, was one of the most difficult to determine following the confidence fans had for their respective idols during the build-up to the biggest night in the industry.
Black Sherif had to contend with Piesie Esther, who picked two awards despite missing out on the ultimate.
The talented and versatile star also beat off competition from the 2022 Artiste of the Year Kidi, Sarkodie, King Promise, Camidoh, and Joe Mettle.
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As soon as the winner was announced, fans of Black Sherif and the majority of Ghana music lovers took to social media to express their joy and excitement with many applauding the musician and commending him on his hard work and devotion.
While the majority of fans applauded the VGMA board for making the right decision and honouring the musician, others resorted to trolling.
Nonetheless, the 24th VGMAs was a memorable night that celebrated the finest of Ghanaian music and its talented musicians.
Check some of the reactions below:
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Black Sherif's Unforgettable Win: Let's Celebrate the #24thVGMA Artiste of the Year……. Blackoooooo🍾❤️🔥👑#VGMAonTV3 #3Entertainment pic.twitter.com/Kk5VQMHsza
— #TV3GH (@tv3_ghana) May 7, 2023
Descending from the clouds, he appears. A star, with passion and no fears. Black Sherif, the new Artiste of the Year At #24thVGMA, his talent we revere. 🍾❤️🔥👑💯#VGMAonTV3 #3Entertainment pic.twitter.com/hZ5FJNqIwy
— #TV3GH (@tv3_ghana) May 7, 2023
Black Sherif has equalled Shatta Wale’s Artiste of the Year in just 2 years : pic.twitter.com/bzS4d6hmK6
— Lατιf (@iLatif_) May 7, 2023
Artiste of the year goes to Black Sherif
Piesie Esther atm https://t.co/eiQ3i4kxZF
— Nungua Burnaboy (@views09) May 7, 2023
Lovely scenes as Landlord Black Sherif was named Artiste of the year #VGMA2023 #VGMAonTV3
Glad to see Pesie happy for him ❤️🔥— Rowland🤍 (@Ghana_Ronaldo) May 7, 2023
Artiste of the year awards won
Shatta Wale – 1
Stonebwoy – 1
Blacko – 1
If I speak, I’ll be in trouble.— kofi ĀDØFÔ (@kofiadofo_69) May 7, 2023
Truly it was @blacksherif_ ‘s year! Man stuck to the dream, dropped The Villain i never was and shook the world with it. Travelled far and wide with it. Big confrtS, ARTISTE OF THE YEAR – Black Sheriff
22nd Tune, new music. Leggoooo#24thVGMA #VGMAonTV3 #3Entertainment
— Chrystal Kwame-Aryee (@chrystalkaryee) May 7, 2023
Piesie Esther to the Reporter 😭😂😂 pic.twitter.com/bzD2bHPYDA
— Daebreak🥷 (@CfcDae) May 7, 2023
Asante Akim North Rejoices tonight!!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🙌🏾🥳🥳🥳
Congratulations to my brother! @blacksherif_
You have made us all very Proud!!Artiste of the Year 2023 @blacksherif_ #VGMAonTV3 #vgma24 pic.twitter.com/dSMYW2SkRg
— AJ Akuoko- Sarpong (@ajsarpong) May 7, 2023
Breaking!!! Gospel Artiste Piesie Esther speaks to @tv3_ghana after she lost out ARTISTE OF THE YEAR 2023 to Black Sherif
She speaks really well and I'm impressed 👌 #VGMA2023 #VGMAONTV3 pic.twitter.com/3lZuOk9qAD— Austine Woode (@obiMpenaAustine) May 7, 2023
he go tear ihn vote money for there pic.twitter.com/XVRazrI2wY
— Daebreak🥷 (@CfcDae) May 7, 2023
Piesie Esther when she reaches home pic.twitter.com/K57B0I8Q68
— Don (@Opresii) May 7, 2023
Piesie Esther dey smile but if somebody do mistake step ein leg top she go cry roff
— Emmanuel Tate (@ballonstagger) May 7, 2023
You’ve been robbed but your reward is in Heaven. Piesie Esther 👏👏 pic.twitter.com/pGLzGuVa1e
— kofi ĀDØFÔ (@kofiadofo_69) May 7, 2023