Yaw Sarpong | |
|---|---|
| Born | Accra, Ghana |
| Died | (aged 66)[1] Ghana |
| Genres | Gospel |
| Occupation | Musician · Songwriter |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 1970s–2026 |
Yaw Sarpong (died 20 January 2026) was a Ghanaian gospel musician and songwriter. He was the leader of the Asomafo Band.[1][2]
Life and career
Sarpong was born in Accra but lived in Akyease after the death of his father who was Member of Parliament during President Kwame Nkrumah's overthrow.[3]
His ministry began in the early 1970s.[3] Through his inspirations, he then founded the Yaw Sarpong and Asomafo Band in 1986.[3]
Sarpong was married and had children. He died on 20 January 2026.[1][2][4]
Awards
Sarpong was awarded the Lifetime Achievement award at the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards.[1][5]
References
- "Gospel legend Yaw Sarpong passes away - MyJoyOnline". Retrieved 20 January 2026.
- Otchere, Gertrude Owireduwaah (20 January 2026). "Legendary gospel musician Yaw Sarpong passes on - Adomonline.com". Retrieved 20 January 2026.
- "10 things you probably didn't know about legendary Yaw Sarpong and Asomafo". GhanaWeb. 20 May 2020. Archived from the original on 27 December 2024. Retrieved 20 January 2026.
- Owusu-Mensah, Jeffrey (20 January 2026). "Yaw Sarpong: Legendary Gospel Singer Reportedly Passes Away - YEN.COM.GH". yen.com.gh. Retrieved 20 January 2026.
- "21ST – 26TH EDITION WINNERS - 26TH TGMA Official Website". 13 June 2025. Retrieved 20 January 2026.
External links
- Yaw Sarpong discography at Discogs