Ghanaian dancehall artist, Shatta Wale, describes his performance with Jamaican dancehall icon Vybz Kartel as being on par with winning a Grammy Award, widely considered the pinnacle of success in the music world.In an interview with JoyNews upon his return from Jamaica, Shatta Wale shared, "The experience has been beautiful; this is a dream come true for Shatta Movement fans.

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Everyone knows my journey as a dancehall musician, and performing with Vybz Kartel is a dream come true."When asked about the significance of his performance at the Freedom Street concert for his career, Shatta Wale said, "Vybz Kartel's endorsement is equivalent to winning a Grammy for me. Because Vybz is a global icon, an artist everyone knows and loves, and to receive his endorsement and perform together is my greatest achievement.

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"Shatta Wale was the only Ghanaian artist to perform at the highly anticipated "Freedom Street" concert, headlined by Jamaican dancehall legend Vybz Kartel.Held on December 31, 2024, at Kingston's National Stadium, the concert marked Vybz Kartel’s first live performance in over 14 years after his recent release from prison.

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The event, hailed as a historic moment in dancehall, also featured global stars such as Skillibeng, Busta Rhymes, Popcaan, and Spice.

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