Highest is the fourth studio album by Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie. It was released on September 8, 2017, by Sarkcess Music. The album comprises 19 tracks, including three interludes. Primarily produced by Jayso, it features guest appearances from Suli Breaks, Jesse Jagz, Bobii Lewis, Jayso, Moelogo, Korede Bello, Flavour, Yung L, Runtown and Victoria Kimani.[2][3][4]
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| Released | September 8, 2017 | |||
| Recorded | 2016–17 | |||
| Studio | Sarm Music Village, London | |||
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| Label | Sarkcess Music/Skillions Music/Dice Recordings | |||
| Producer | Sarkodie (exec.), Jayso | |||
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| Singles from Highest | ||||
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Background
editHighest is an inspirational album released by the rapper. He gained inspiration from his daughter Titi, who he said brought him happiness and changed him from who he was. Titi's image is featured on the album's cover art.[5][6]
Released signing
editAfter releasing the album on digital platforms, Sarkodie organized an autograph signing session at the West Hills Mall in Accra on Sunday, September 10, 2017.[7][8][9]
Accolades
edit| Year | Awards ceremony | Award description(s) | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 3 Music Awards | Album of The Year | Won [10] |
| Ghana Entertainment Awards | Won [11] |
Track listing
editAll tracks are written by Sarkodie
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Silence (feat. Suli Breaks)" | 4:07 |
| 2. | "Overdose (feat. Jesse Jagz)" | 3:24 |
| 3. | "Come to Me (feat. Bobii Lewis)" | 4:07 |
| 4. | "Interlude - Highest, Pt. 1" | 0:35 |
| 5. | "We No Dey Fear" | 4:05 |
| 6. | "Certified (feat. Jayso & Worlasi)" | 3:29 |
| 7. | "Love Yourself (feat. Moelogo)" | 3:00 |
| 8. | "Interlude - Highest, Pt. 2" | 0:35 |
| 9. | "Highest" | 3:00 |
| 10. | "Light It Up (feat. Big Narstie & Jayso)" | 4:57 |
| 11. | "Far Away (feat. Korede Bello)" | 4:36 |
| 12. | "Your Waist" | 3:33 |
| 13. | "Interlude - Highest, Pt. 3" | 0:35 |
| 14. | "Baby Mama (feat. Joey B)" | 3:12 |
| 15. | "All I Want Is You (feat. Praiz)" | 5:21 |
| 16. | "All Night (feat. Victoria Kimani)" | 3:23 |
| 17. | "See Only You (feat. Jayso)" | 3:33 |
| 18. | "Glory" | 3:22 |
| 19. | "Pain Killer (Bonus Track) (feat. Runtown)" | 3:30 |
| Total length: | 59:44 | |
Release history
edit| Region | Date | Format | Label |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ghana | September 8, 2017 | CD, Digital download | Sarkcess Music |
References
edit- ^ "Sarkodie – Pain killer Ft Runtown". GhEvent Plus. 3 February 2017. Retrieved 9 September 2017.
- ^ "Sarkodie Officially Unveils "HIGHEST" Album, Cover Art + Track List". GhKings.com. Retrieved 7 October 2017.
- ^ "Sarkodie Rapper releases "Highest" album". pulse.com.gh. Retrieved 23 September 2017.
- ^ "Sarkodie's 'Highest' album out on September 8". citifmonline.com. Retrieved 23 September 2017.
- ^ "5 Facts You Didn't Know about Sarkodie's "HIGHEST" Album + Meaning". GhKings.com. Retrieved 7 October 2017.
- ^ "Sarkodie uses daughter's picture for 'Highest' album cover art". Ghana Web. Retrieved 23 September 2017.
- ^ "PHOTOS: MASSIVE CROWD TURN UP FOR SARKODIE'S 'HIGHEST' ALBUM SIGNING". livefmghana.com. Retrieved 23 September 2017.
- ^ "Sarkodie pulls over 3,000 audience at "Highest" Album signing at West Hills Mall". globalfmonline.com. Retrieved 23 September 2017.
- ^ "All The Photos: Stars Who Attended Sarkodie's "Highest" Album Signing". GhKings.com. Retrieved 7 October 2017.
- ^ "3 Music Awards". Ebeneza DonkorLIVE. Retrieved 2018-03-24.
- ^ "2018 Ghana Entertainment Awards USA | Full List of Winners". Ebeneza DonkorLIVE. Retrieved 2018-07-02.