Yaw Tog is back — and he’s not playing.
The Ghanaian rapper who helped ignite the Asakaa (Ghanaian drill) movement with his breakout hit “Sore” has returned with a new seven-track project, Tog City, released on October 17, 2025. The EP, now debuting at #2 on iTunes Ghana and #4 on Apple Music Ghana, marks a powerful new era for the Kumasi-born artist.
Produced across Accra and Kumasi, Tog City finds Yaw Tog evolving from the fiery teenager who stormed the scene in 2020 into a more measured, introspective storyteller. The project weaves between raw Asakaa drill, Afrofusion melodies, and emotionally charged rap — showing clear growth both lyrically and sonically.
“This one’s about maturity and vision,” Tog shared in a recent post. “It’s my city, my story, and my truth.”
Yaw Tog doesn’t walk alone in Tog City. The EP features appearances from some of Ghana’s biggest names:
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Stonebwoy on “Miracle” – a soulful anthem blending reggae and hip-hop energy.
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Darkovibes on “City Boy” – an experimental crossover between drill bounce and Afropop warmth.
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The Man Sudais on “Sika Ne Mmaa” – a fan favorite for its infectious hook and streetwise storytelling.
Together, these collaborations bridge Ghana’s diverse soundscape — from dancehall to hip-hop to Afrobeats — while keeping Tog’s distinct edge front and center.
Full Tracklist – Tog City EP
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Empty Seats
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Scary Money
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Sika Ne Mmaa (feat. The Man Sudais)
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Questions
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Miracle (feat. Stonebwoy)
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City Boy (feat. Darkovibes)
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Wonko Menko
Fans on X (formerly Twitter) have hailed Tog City as Yaw Tog’s “best work since Sore,” praising his matured delivery and polished sound. Critics are noting the artist’s conscious attempt to balance commercial appeal with personal reflection — a tightrope walk many emerging African rappers face as they grow beyond their viral beginnings.
“Yaw Tog has found his lane again,” wrote @GHDrillUpdates. “Tog City feels global but still 100% Kumasi.”
Yaw Tog’s influence runs deeper than hits. His early success helped open global eyes to Asakaa, the Ghanaian offshoot of UK drill that’s reshaped West African hip-hop. With Tog City, he reaffirms his role not just as a pioneer, but as one of its most adaptable and compelling voices.
As Ghana’s new generation of rappers continue to rise — from Jay Bahd to Kweku Flick — Yaw Tog’s evolution serves as both a blueprint and a reminder: the city still belongs to him.
