Beeztrap KOTM
Beeztrap KOTM | |
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| Born | Edwin Eshun October 17, 1999 Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana |
| Origin | Cape Coast, Central Region, Ghana |
| Genres | Asakaa, Ghanaian drill, hip hop, Hiplife, Afrobeats |
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| Years active | 2018–present |
| Label | Independent |
Edwin Eshun (born 17 October 1999), known professionally as Beeztrap KOTM, is a Ghanaian rapper, singer, and songwriter. He is a leading figure in the Asakaa drill scene and fuses drill with hiplife, hip hop, Afrobeats, and highlife. He won Best New Artiste at the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards and Next Rated Act at the 2024 3Music Awards.[1]
Early life
Edwin Eshun was born on 17 October 1999 in Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana, and is a native of Cape Coast in the Central Region. He was raised in Kumasi, where he became involved in the local music scene.[2]
He attended Kumasi Anglican Senior High School, where he began writing and recording music and participating in the city’s underground music community. [2]
Career
Beeztrap KOTM began releasing music independently in 2018. Early singles such as "Cinderella" and "Distance Relationship" contributed to his recognition within Ghana’s drill and hip hop scenes.[3]
In 2024, he released the single "Fly Girl" featuring Oseikrom Sikanii, followed by a remix with Gyakie.[3]
In March 2025, he released the single "Adult Tempo 128".[4]
In August 2025, Beeztrap KOTM released his debut studio album, Power, a 16-track project including collaborations with Sarkodie, Gyakie, Himra, and other Ghanaian artists.[5]
He has collaborated with several prominent Ghanaian musicians. Notable collaborations include "Amen" with Sarkodie, "Bad Feeling" with Tulenkey, "Obaa Hemaa" with Skyface SDW, the "NLF" remix with Camidoh, and a remix of "Boa Me" with Stonebwoy.[6]
Musical style
Beeztrap KOTM’s music is rooted in Asakaa, a Ghanaian adaptation of drill music, and incorporates elements of hip hop, hiplife, Afrobeats, and highlife.[7]
Discography
Studio albums
- Different Type of Gangster (2023)
- Power (2025)
Selected singles
- "Distance Relationship" (2018)
- "Cinderella" (2022)
- "Yesu" (2024)
- "Bad Feeling" (featuring Tulenkey) (2024)
- "Obaa Hemaa" (with Skyface SDW) (2023)
- "Fly Girl" (featuring Oseikrom Sikanii) (2024)
- "Fly Girl (Remix)" (featuring Gyakie and Oseikrom Sikanii) (2024)
- "Amen" (with Sarkodie) (2024)
- "Adult Tempo 128" (2025)
Awards and nominations
Telecel Ghana Music Awards
| Year | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Best New Artiste | Himself | Won | [1] |
| 2025 | Best Hiplife/Hip Hop Artiste | Himself | Nominated | [8] |
| 2025 | Best Hip Hop Song | "Fly Girl" | Nominated | |
| 2025 | Best Hiplife Song | "Bad Feeling" | Nominated | |
| 2025 | African Song of the Year | "Fly Girl" | Nominated | |
| 2025 | Best Afrobeat Song | "Yesu" | Nominated |
3Music Awards
| Year | Category | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Next Rated Act | Won | [9] |
References
- ^ a b "TGMA 25: Beeztrap KOTM wins 'Best New Artist' of the year". Pulse Ghana. 10 May 2025. Retrieved 2 January 2026.
- ^ a b RecentMusic – Beeztrap KOTM New Releases. Retrieved 2 January 2026.
- ^ a b "Beeztrap KOTM: A Game-changer in Ghana's Music Scene". Ghana Music. Archived from the original on 5 October 2025. Retrieved 2 January 2026.
- ^ "Beeztrap KOTM Has Released His Latest High‑Energy Single, Adult Tempo 128". 3Music. 20 March 2025. Retrieved 2 January 2026.
- ^ "Beeztrap KOTM releases debut album 'Power'". Ghana Music. 8 August 2025. Retrieved 2 January 2026.
- ^ "Beeztrap KOTM: Collaborations and Features". GhanaWeb. Retrieved 3 January 2026.
- ^ "Beeztrap KOTM Redefines Ghana's Drill Sound". AfricaOne News. Retrieved 2 January 2026.
- ^ "The most challenging project I've worked on was 'Amen' – Beeztrap KOTM". The Ghana Report. 15 May 2025. Retrieved 2 January 2026.
- ^ "Beeztrap KOTM wins Next Rated Act of the Year at 2024 Bo 3Music Awards". 3Music. 1 October 2024. Retrieved 2 January 2026.