Adam Ro

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Adam Ro
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Adam Ro in Harlem, New York (2022)
Background information
Born
Rashid Rauf Adam

(1990-03-02) 2 March 1990 (age 35)
Ashaiman, Ghana
OriginGhana
Genres
  • Afropop
  • Afrobeat
Occupations
  • Singer
  • Music executive
  • Entrepreneur
  • Philanthropist
InstrumentVocals
Years active2015–present
LabelsAdam Ro Music Ltd
Website adamromusic.com

Adam Ro (born Rashid Rauf Adam; 1990) is a Ghanaian musician, music executive, songwriter, performer, creative entrepreneur and philanthropist. He is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Adam Ro Music Ltd, a Ghana-based creative company specializing in music production, artist development, studio recording, event coordination and international media projects. Born in Ashaiman in the Greater Accra Region, he is known for performing in Dendi, Hausa, English, Spanish and Twi.

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He is also the founder of the Adam Ro Foundation, a charitable organization supporting vulnerable children and families through community outreach and social intervention programmes. His music career, creative work and philanthropic activities have earned media coverage across Ghana and the West African sub-region. [1] [2]

Biography

Rashid Rauf Adam was born in Ashaiman, Ghana. He sings in his native languages Dendi and Hausa, as well as English, Spanish and Twi. His music has also gained recognition among both Ghanaian and international audiences. [3]

Career

Adam Ro began his professional music journey in 2015, releasing original music that introduced his Afrofusion influenced sound to audiences in Ghana and abroad. Over the years, he has expanded his artistic reach through performances, collaborations and international appearances.

He participated in the maiden ACCES Conference in 2017 in Dakar, Senegal, an event promoting collaboration and knowledge exchange among African artists. [4] [5]

In addition to his music career, he established Adam Ro Music Ltd, a creative agency and record label focused on artist management, music recording, sound production, studio setup and global brand development.

Personal life

Adam Ro splits his professional work between Ghana, Africa, the United States and Europe. He is involved in philanthropic and community initiatives through the Adam Ro Foundation, which supports vulnerable children and families in Ashaiman and surrounding communities. [6] [7]

Adam Ro Music Ltd

Adam Ro Music Ltd is a creative and entertainment company founded by Adam Ro. The company provides:

The company has been featured by major Ghanaian news outlets for its strategic expansion and international visibility. [8] [9] [10]

Marketing and Management

Rukayatu Issaka serves as the Marketing Director of Adam Ro Music Ltd and oversees the label’s global branding, public relations and digital communication strategy. She has led major expansion campaigns across Africa, the Middle East, Europe and North America. Her work at the label has been profiled by several major news outlets including GhanaWeb, Graphic Online, MyJoyOnline and MSN Africa. [11] [12] [13] [14]

Key Collaborators and Team

Adams Munkaila – Sound Engineer

Adams Munkaila is a sound engineer at Adam Ro Music Ltd and has collaborated on several studio and community projects with the label. He provided logistical and technical support during outreach programs organized by the Adam Ro Foundation. [15]

Official Logo of Adam Ro Music Ltd.jpg

Official logo of Adam Ro Music Ltd

The official logo of Adam Ro Music Ltd represents the visual identity of the company and is used across branding, studio projects, and international communications.

Philanthropy

Adam Ro is the founder of the Adam Ro Foundation, a charitable organization based in Ashaiman. The foundation provides support for vulnerable children and families through food distribution, outreach activities and community support programmes. In 2020, the foundation served free hot meals to over 200 street children in Ashaiman, an initiative that received national media attention. [16]

Singles

YearTitleAlbumRef
2016"African Story" [1]
2017"Higher Man" [17]

References

  1. 1 2 Mawuli, David (March 11, 2016). "Adam Ro - African Story". Pulse Ghana. Retrieved August 28, 2016.
  2. Samuel, Barimah Amoaning (February 23, 2016). "A Review Of Rising Ghanaian International Artiste – Adam Ro". ModernGhana. Retrieved August 28, 2016.
  3. "The Voice -- Biography of Adam Ro". Voice Gambia. Retrieved 2018-12-11.
  4. "Adam Ro attends Acces Conference 2017 in Senegal". GhanaWeb. Retrieved 2018-01-02.
  5. "Inaugural ACCES music conference sets bar high in Dakar". Music In Africa. 2017-11-27. Retrieved 2018-01-02.
  6. "Adam Ro in Gambia for promotional tour". Voice Gambia. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
  7. "Over 200 street children at Ashaiman get free hot meals". GhanaWeb. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
  8. "Marketing maven Rukayatu Issaka leads Adam Ro Music Ltd's global expansion". GhanaWeb. 2025-12-02. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
  9. "Adam Ro Music steps up global expansion under Rukayatu Issaka's leadership". Graphic Online. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
  10. "Adam Ro Music Ltd strengthens global vision under Marketing Director Rukayatu Issaka". MyJoyOnline. 2025-11-30. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
  11. "Marketing maven Rukayatu Issaka leads Adam Ro Music Ltd's global expansion". GhanaWeb. 2025-12-02. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
  12. "Adam Ro Music steps up global expansion under Rukayatu Issaka's leadership". Graphic Online. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
  13. "Adam Ro Music Ltd strengthens global vision under Marketing Director Rukayatu Issaka". MyJoyOnline. 2025-11-30. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
  14. "Rukayatu Issaka, Marketing Director of Adam Ro Music Ltd". MSN Africa. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
  15. "Over 200 street children at Ashaiman get free hot meals". GhanaWeb. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
  16. "Over 200 street children at Ashaiman get free hot meals". GhanaWeb. Retrieved 2025-12-03.
  17. "Adam Ro makes entry with Higher Man". Graphic Online. Retrieved 2017-10-29.