Photo of the late Ebony Reigns
Reflecting on the Life and Music of Ebony Reigns
On February 8, 2018, Ghanaian Dancehall sensation Priscilla Opoku-Kwarteng, widely known as Ebony Reigns, tragically lost her life in a fatal car accident along the Kumasi-Sunyani road while returning to Accra.
The accident also claimed the lives of two others: Franky Kuri and Atsu Vandee. Ebony, fondly nicknamed ’90sBadGyal,’ had risen to prominence in Ghana’s music scene through her captivating songs and dynamic performances.
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Some of her most notable hits include “Hustle,” “Kupe,” “Poison,” “Date Ur Fada,” “Sponsor,” “Maame Hwe,” and “Dancefloor.” Signed to RuffTown Records, owned by Bullet, Ebony’s untimely demise occurred just before her 21st birthday, leaving behind a void in the hearts of many fans and supporters.
Ebony Reigns was celebrated as one of Ghana’s brightest talents, and her passing deeply saddened the nation. She made history as the first female artist to win the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards, with the posthumous recognition being accepted by her management in 2018. Her legacy continues to resonate within the Ghanaian music industry and beyond.
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