Emmanuel Kojo Quayeson (13 April 1987- 23 October 2016) also known as Vybrant Faya was a Ghanaian dancehall artiste known for his hit song Mampi.[1]
Vybrant Faya | |
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Birth name | Emmanuel Kojo Quayeson |
Born | 13 April 1987 Tema, Ghana |
Died | 23 October 2016 |
Genres | Dancehall, hiplife |
Occupation | Singer |
Instrument | Vocals |
Early life
editHe was born in Tema to Mr. Samuel Quayson and Miss Theresah Ackon but grew up in Ashiaman. He also has five other siblings, he comes from the Central Region[2]
Career
editVybrant Fire started recording in 2008 where he was known as Skelloh. Mr. Logic who became his manager in 2011 rebranded him and he changed his name from Skelloh to Vybrant Fire.[1]
Death
editVybrant Fire was killed by a motor rider on the Tema Motorway.[3][4][5]
Achievement
editHe is known for his major hit song Mampi which got everyone on their feet.[1] He was nominated for Artiste of The Year and Best Reggae/Dancehall Song of The Year at the 2015 VGMA.[6]
References
edit- ^ a b c "12 facts you never knew about Vybrant Faya". www.ghanaweb.com. Retrieved 2020-04-24.
- ^ "Dancehall artiste Vybrant Faya has died". Modern Ghana. Retrieved 2020-04-24.
- ^ "Motor rider who caused Vybrant Faya's death, finally speaks". www.ghanaweb.com. Retrieved 2020-04-24.
- ^ "Vybrant Faya's Last Words To His Manager Would Leave You Tearing Up". GhanaCelebrities.Com. 2016-10-25. Retrieved 2020-04-24.
- ^ "SOCIAL MEDIA: Ghanaian Dancehall Artiste Vybrant Fire is DEAD?". GhanaCelebrities.Com. 2016-10-23. Retrieved 2020-04-24.
- ^ "Vybrant Faya grateful to music awards organisers". www.ghanaweb.com. Retrieved 2020-04-24.