Nana Ama Dadzie

Anna Nana Ama Dadzie (born October, 20 1979 ) and known professionally as Nana Ama or Adadziewaa, is a veteran Ghanaian singer, composer and background vocalist.

Early life She was born in Dansoman, a suburb of Accra, Ghana. She completed her secondary education at Winneba Secondary School and later attended the National Symphony Orchestra in Ghana to continue her music studies.

Personal life Nana Ama is married to Obofour Raphel.

Career Anna began her career in 1999, after receiving vocal mentorship from Nesbit Hanson Addy. This led her to working initially on radio jingles and voice overs before her transition into her role as a full-time backing vocalist for producers like Hammer of The Last Two, Jay Q, Zapp Mallet and Morris Babyface.

She is credited for making the jingle for Top Radio in 1999

She performed as a backup singer during Stevie Wonder's concert in Accra in 2004. In 2006, she featured in Grace Ashy's theme song for the Ghana Black Stars World Cup Campaign in Germany.

Notable backing vocal credits Source: 2002 Terry Bonchaka Pulele Hiplife 2003 Buk Bak Klu Brofo Hiplife Song of the Year at Ghana Music Awards 2003 Reggae 2008 Madfish Yahooya (feat Batman and Nana Ama) Hiplife 2020 SSUE & Pat Thomas Bombaya Fire Reggae In October 2020, she launched her solo career

As part of her advocacy, she acts as the Public Relations Officer for the Ghana Background Vocalists Association, (GHABVA). She became a vocal advocate for the recognition and professionalization of session musicians and led the way for better conditions for her contemporaries. She has also advocated for the recognition of backing vocalists and other composers in the Ghana Music Awards.

Recognition In 2021, the 3Music Women's Brunch was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award for her contributions to the industry.