AKA, also known as Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, is a South African rapper, singer, songwriter, and businessman born on January 28, 1988. Currently, he is one of the most prominent and influential music artists in South Africa and has gained a massive following across the African continent and around the world. With his creative style of music, AKA has managed to cement his legacy as a master of his craft, attracting accolades from music enthusiasts and awards organizations alike.
Early Life and Career
AKA was born in Cape Town, South Africa, and grew up in Johannesburg. From an early age, he showed a keen interest in music and started writing rhymes and songs at the tender age of 13. He got his first break in the music industry with his group Entity, where he worked as a producer and rapper.
Entity's success was short-lived, and AKA chose to pursue a solo career. In 2009, he released his debut single, "I Want It All." The song gained massive airplay in South Africa, and AKA's career took off from there.
The Rise of AKA
AKA's career gained momentum in 2011, following the release of his debut album, "Altar Ego." The album featured hit singles such as "Victory Lap" and "All I Know" and received positive reviews from music critics. It also earned AKA his first award, the Best Street Urban Music Album, at the 18th South African Music Awards.
Since then, AKA has released several other hit albums, including "Levels," "Be Careful What You Wish For," and "Touch My Blood," all of which have cemented his position as one of the most successful rappers in South Africa.
How Old Is AKA?
AKA was born on January 28, 1988, which makes him 33 years old as of 2021. Despite being in his early thirties, AKA shows no signs of slowing down and continues to drop hit songs and collaborate with other artists both locally and internationally.
Summary
AKA is an influential South African rapper born on January 28, 1988. He began his music career at the age of 13 and gained prominence in 2009 with the release of his debut single "I Want It All." AKA's music career continued to grow, and he became one of the most successful rappers in South Africa with hit albums such as "Altar Ego," "Levels," "Be Careful What You Wish For," and "Touch My Blood." Despite being in his early thirties, AKA shows no signs of slowing down, and his fans await his next big release with anticipation.
