Draft:King Promise
Musical artist
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Gregory Bortey Newman (born August 16, 1995), known professionally as King Promise, is a Ghanaian singer-songwriter. He is a leading figure in the New Age of African music, blending Afrobeats, Highlife, and R&B. He gained international recognition with the 2023 viral hit "Terminator" and has received multiple awards, including Ghana Music Awards Artiste of the Year (2025).[1] He is signed to Legacy Life Entertainment and 5K Records (Sony Music UK).[2]
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Early life and education
Born in Nungua, Accra, King Promise grew up in a musically diverse household. His father, Francis Newman, was a music enthusiast who exposed him to various genres ranging from reggae to R&B.[3] He graduated from Central University in 2016 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Marketing).[4]
Musical career
King Promise’s entry into music began with a spontaneous recording session while visiting a friend's studio. He first gained national attention in 2016 with the single "Thank God" featuring Fuse ODG. His 2017 collaboration on DJ Vision’s "Double Trouble" alongside Sarkodie further established his commercial viability.
He released singles such as "CCTV," "Selfish," "Tokyo," and the 2023 global viral sensation "Terminator."[5][6]In 2024, he embarked on the True To Self world tour [7], covering cities across North America, Europe, and Asia. In March 2026, he released a collaborative album titled See What We’ve Done with Mr Eazi.[8]
Influences
King Promise cites his father’s record collection—spanning Reggae, Highlife, and Motown—as his primary musical education. He has named Ghanaian legends such as Kojo Antwi and Daddy Lumba as his primary Highlife influences, while crediting international artists like R. Kelly and Usher for shaping his R&B sensibilities.[9]
Discography
Awards and accolades
- Ghana Music Awards 2025: Artiste of the Year[1]
- Ghana Music Awards 2025: Album of the Year (True To Self)[15]
- 3Music Awards 2024: Song of the Year ("Terminator")[16]
- Ghana Music Awards UK: Best Male Vocalist (2018)[17]
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