TGMA Artist Of The Year: Black Sherif Backs Wendy Shay

Ghanaian musician Black Sherif has questioned why Wendy Shay is not being mentioned in conversations about the top “Artiste of the Year” category ahead of the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards.

Speaking in a recent interview on The Late Nite Celebrity Show with Kafui Dey, the award-winning rapper shared his concerns about what he sees as a lack of recognition for the singer.

“I don’t like how people are not mentioning Wendy Shay ein name for the ‘Artist of the Year’,” he said.

He also used the moment to encourage the music industry to give more attention and visibility to female artistes, especially in major award categories.

His statement has sparked fresh discussions on social media, with many people praising him for speaking up and showing support for fairness. Others, however, believe his comments may be a way to shift attention as the competition for the award becomes more intense.

Despite the debate, Wendy Shay has enjoyed a strong year in music. Many industry observers say she has delivered one of her best performances so far. She recently released several successful songs and her fourth studio album, Ready, which has gained over 50 million streams across different platforms.

She is also currently on a three-day tour in Sierra Leone, further boosting her presence and influence beyond Ghana.

The project features collaborations with Mavado, Olivetheboy, Phina, Bedjine and others.

Beyond the charts, the Rufftown Records act drew an estimated 100,000 fans to her annual Shay Concert at the West Hills Mall last November.

She later picked up the Best Female Artist in West Africa award at the 9th AFRIMA ceremony in January, a feat that strengthened her continental profile.

With the Telecel Ghana Music Awards approaching, conversations around gender representation and industry recognition have become increasingly prominent.