Daddy Lumba (born Charles Kwadwo Fosuh on September 29, 1964) is a legendary Ghanaian singer-songwriter and musician, widely regarded as the greatest Ghanaian musician of all time. Over the course of his prolific career, he has released 33 albums, including critically acclaimed works such as Aben Wɔha, Awosuɔ, Obi Ate Me So Buɔ, Sika Asɛm, and Ebi Se Ɛyɛ Aduro.
Lumba’s music journey began at the age of 16 while attending Juaben Senior High School. There, he formed a group called the Lumba Brothers with his friends Yaw and Kwabena, and his then-girlfriend, Theresa Abebrese.
After school, and with support from Theresa, Lumba moved to Germany in search of better opportunities. While in Germany, he met Ernest Nana Acheampong, who had already formed a band called Talking Dreams with a European musician. At the time, Lumba was only familiar with gospel music, and he credits Nana Acheampong with introducing him to highlife.
Together, they formed a new version of the Lumba Brothers—reviving the name of Lumba’s original school group—and began working on their debut album. Although initially planned for release in 1986, financial constraints delayed the project until 1989, when Lumba’s wife, Akosua Serwaa, stepped in to produce it. The album, Yɛɛyɛ Aka Akwantuo Mu, marked the beginning of Lumba’s breakthrough in the Ghanaian music scene.
Throughout the 1990s, Daddy Lumba consistently released hit albums and became a household name in Ghana. In 1999, he won three major awards at the Ghana Music Awards: Best Album, Artist of the Year, and Most Popular Song of the Year. Up until 2002, he maintained a remarkable streak of releasing a hit album every year.
Lumba’s solo career has not been without controversy. He is known for his unpredictability—sometimes releasing gospel albums, and at other times stirring public debate with provocative lyrics and daring music videos.
Daddy Lumba is married and has children. His legacy continues to influence generations of Ghanaian musicians.
Source: BestNewsGH.com
