By Akosua Kasa 
Ghana’s breakout star Black Sherif just dropped a bombshell in a candid interview on The Afro Select Show, revealing the unexpected path his life could have taken if music hadn’t changed his destiny!
From Market Stalls to Music Stardom: Black Sherif’s Humble Beginnings
Before dominating the charts with hits like “Second Sermon,” the award-winning artist confessed he might have been hustling in Accra’s bustling clothing markets or working at his father’s spare parts shop in Konongo!
In his own words:
*“If I wasn’t doing music right now, I’d probably be hustling crazy—selling clothes in Accra or helping my dad with his tyre business in Konongo.”
A Family Business That Shaped His Hustle Mentality
Black Sherif gave fans a glimpse into his roots, sharing that his family trades in auto parts and engines – a business that could’ve been his calling if music hadn’t taken over.
“My dad sells spare engines and parts—it’s our family business,” he revealed.
From Spare Parts to Superstar: A True Rags-to-Riches Story!
This jaw-dropping confession proves that Black Sherif’s rise wasn’t just luck—it was pure grind, talent, and determination that turned him from a potential market trader into one of Africa’s hottest artists!
View the recent trending music video from his sophomore album “IRON BOY” titled Rebel Music below
Did you know? Before fame, Black Sherif’s life could’ve been VERY different – but his relentless hustle led him to the top!
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