Ghanaian dancehall superstar Shatta Wale has revealed that he earned $3 million from the sale of part of his extensive music catalogue, sparking renewed discussion on the valuation of Ghanaian music assets.
The Shatta Movement boss disclosed the details during a TikTok live session on January 15, 2026, where he revealed that he sold approximately 300 songs to an external entity.
According to him, the funds from the sale were strategically invested in various ventures, including property acquisition and his online ride-hailing platform, Shaxi.
“I have over 11,000 songs online that my team is still trying to gather. I sold 300 of my songs for $3 million, used the money to buy houses, do whatever I want to do with it, put some in my Shaxi business and other businesses,” Shatta Wale stated during the live session.
His comments also appeared to address scepticism from fellow Ghanaian artistes about the worth of local music catalogues. Shatta Wale referenced remarks by dancehall artist Stonebwoy, who in September 2025, during an interview on DJ Slim’s Loud Lounge, had questioned whether any Ghanaian catalogue could be valued at $3–4 million.
“I don’t believe that any catalogue in Ghana currently is going to earn a mention at around $3–4 million,” Stonebwoy had said.
Shatta Wale’s revelation, therefore, not only confirms the financial potential of music catalogues in Ghana but also positions him as one of the few local artistes to successfully monetise his music library at a multi-million-dollar scale.
The conversation around catalogue sales in Ghana has been a hot topic since 2025, particularly following a public dispute between producer MOG Beatz and Shatta Wale over unpaid production work on two albums. The disagreement was eventually resolved, but it reignited discussions on how Ghanaian music can be professionally valued and monetised.
Industry analysts say Shatta Wale’s move is indicative of a growing trend where artistes leverage their music assets beyond streaming revenue. By selling portions of their catalogues, artistes can generate immediate capital, which can be reinvested in businesses, real estate, and other income-generating ventures. For Shatta Wale, the $3 million has been used strategically to expand his business portfolio, demonstrating an understanding of long-term wealth creation beyond music.
While critics argue that not all Ghanaian catalogues may command similar prices, Shatta Wale’s disclosure challenges the notion that local music lacks global financial appeal. With over 11,000 songs online, he clearly demonstrates the depth of his catalogue and the potential returns from monetising it.
The revelation is likely to influence other Ghanaian artistes to explore catalogue sales as a legitimate revenue stream, potentially reshaping the financial landscape of the country’s music industry.
Shatta Wale’s success underscores a broader lesson: investing in one’s creative output, protecting intellectual property, and strategically monetising it can yield substantial financial benefits. As discussions continue on the value of Ghanaian music catalogues, his $3 million sale sets a benchmark for artistes seeking to capitalise on their work.
