TEN THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT PAAPA VERSA

Written By: Skillions

Ghanaian Afro-soul sensation Paapa Versa thrilled fans on January 2 by revealing his ambitious project of releasing 24 songs in 2024. This follows the release of his ten-track album Versa Villa, with a guest verse from E.L, Ko-Jo Cue, and Koo Kusi, and an interlude by M.anifest. In a video message, the versatile artist detailed his plan to drop a new track every two weeks and encouraged fans to propose themes for his upcoming singles. 

On January 5, he released the inaugural song “Brand New,” a self-produced chill soul track with a retro and highlife vibe. Following the release of “Brand New,” let’s explore ten intriguing facts about the artist.

1. Paapa Versa was born in Kumasi but raised in Accra.

2. Born Edwin Paapa hMensa, he is the last of six children.

3. The Portland-based singer holds a bachelor’s degree in economics and a master’s in finance. He currently works full-time in tech as a salesforce and CPQ administrator.

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4. Paapa Versa grew up with a debilitating stutter and turned to music to express himself.

5. The “Write for Me” singer was born with an extra finger on each hand, which was amputated at

birth.

6. Paapa Versa only figured out how to whistle at 18.

7. Paapa Versa, despite his diverse talents, has not yet learned how to blow a balloon.

8. Paapa Versa can proficiently play six instruments and can learn new instruments very quickly.

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9. Paapa Versa is a Marvel nerd. According to him, he loves all things “Marvel.”

10. In addition to being a certified Waakye lover, Paapa Versa loves Kelewele and can eat Kelewele every day.

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Watch his video message here: https://youtube.com/shorts/RGOr2XEn8oc?si=y1jjU0CHtOJUSVoC

Connect with Paapa Versa on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and TikTok for more updates on the project.