Black Sherif Releases Live Video for “Lord I’m Amazed” with Full Orchestra

Ghanaian music sensation Black Sherif has once again captivated audiences with the release of the official live performance video for “Lord I’m Amazed”, produced under Blacko Management in collaboration with EMPIRE. The powerful live rendition features stunning orchestral arrangements, refined production design, and a rich blend of Ghanaian musical excellence and international-standard visuals.

Black Sherif, born Mohammed Ismail Sherif, continues to push artistic boundaries, and this live performance solidifies his reputation as one of the most compelling voices in African music. The live video is a collaborative masterpiece, brought to life by a team of seasoned industry professionals, musicians, and creatives across Ghana and beyond.

Below are the full credits and details behind this remarkable production.

Production Leadership and Direction

The live performance was directed by Awudu Musa, under the creative supervision of Farouk Sumaila (OG Farouk) and Musa himself. The Executive Producer behind this project is Aubrey Mensah Tetteh, while Alex Ayidan and Abena Agyeiwaa Agyemang served as the primary producers.

A host of assistant producers, including Albert Kweku Koranteng, Benedicta Amoah, Frederick Osei, and Tom Fairbairn, contributed to coordinating and executing the project.

Creative and Visual Team

• Creative Directors: Farouk Sumaila (OG Farouk), Awudu Musa

• Production Designer: Alex Ayidan

• Set Design: James James Avaala

• Director of Photography: Teddy Owusu Kwame

• Colorist: Elorm Lumor (Jayson Luel)

• Editing Team: Teddy Owusu Kwame, Awudu Musa, Justice Ampofo, Yaw Eduful Adjei Arthur

• Title Animation: Dartgod

• 1st Assistant Director: Manasseh Owusu Appiah

• Camera & Crane Operations: Yaw Eduful Adjei Arthur, Seth Kodjovi, Kweku Offei Kwapong

• Lighting: Ibrahim Yakubu

• Photography: The Seyram, OG Farouk

• BTS Videographer: Jed Ofosu

Styling, Hair and Makeup

• Stylist: Cunningz

• Hair: Glamour Maxx Salon

• Makeup: Adele’s Makeover

Music Production and Audio Engineering

• Musical Director: Kwadwo Ofori

• Audio Engineering: Ezekiel Prempeh Oteng (Chillin), Tom Fairbairn, Mac Heymann, Sam Jerry

• Audio Post-Production & Mix: Samuel Sarpong, Ezekiel Prempeh Oteng, Tom Fairbairn

• Audio Mastering: Samuel Sarpong

Orchestra and Choir Coordination

• Management & Fixing: Tom Fairbairn, Kwadwo Ofori, Stephen Kofi Yeboah (SK), Patrick Senam Tiodza, Abena Agyeiwaa Agyemang

• Backline & Orchestral Support: Amos Gadede, Bernard Afotey-Odai, Joshua Alan Ohene Artcher

The Black Sherif Orchestra

Musicians featured in the live performance include:

Joshua Alan Ohene Artcher, Bernard Afotey-Odai, Clever Kofi Awli, Jacqueline Afriyie, Kofi Addae-Kagyah, Henrietta, Derick, Jahvist Nii Clottey, Thelma Osei Twumwaah, Ruthman, Kanfu Nyame, Gyamfi Enoch Asare, Henry Kelly Aryeh, Ebenezer Donkoh, Patrick Senam Tiodza, and Dennis Oppong.

Featured Musicians and Backing Vocalists

• Instrumentalists: Emmanuel Kuntu Blankson (Manners), Dominic Quarchie, Kwadwo Ofori, Kofi Emma, Norbert W. Arthur (Pape), Bernard Gyamfi, Ebenezer Donkor, Bright Osei Baafour, Nii Mantse, Junior Boateng, Carl Amoah, Emmanuel Osei Poku, Stephen Kofi Yeboah (SK)

• Backing Vocals: The Lappel Music

Post-Production Supervisors

Awudu Musa, Sedudzi Tsegah, Farouk Sumaila (OG Farouk), and Alex Ayidan led the post-production coordination.

Live Performance Song Credits

1. “Lord I’m Amazed”

   • Performed by: Black Sherif

   • Produced by: Joker Nharnah

2. “Rebel Music”

   • Performed by: Black Sherif

   • Produced by: Afrolektra, LoudDaaa, Samsney, Baba Wud, Joker Nharnah

3. “January 9th”

   • Performed by: Black Sherif

   • Produced by: Joker Nharnah

4. “So It Goes” (feat. Fireboy DML)

   • Performed by: Black Sherif and Fireboy DML

   • Produced by: Samsney, LoudDaaa, Joker Nharnah, Afrolektra

About the Video: A New Benchmark for Ghanaian Music

This official live video marks a new era in Ghanaian music production, blending cinematic storytelling with top-tier music performance. It also comes at a time when Ghana is modernizing its creative and technological industries, aligning with the broader digitalisation efforts seen in sectors such as international travel with the introduction of the chip-embedded passport.

By delivering this level of production, Black Sherif not only reinforces his global appeal but also sets a new benchmark for live music performances in Africa. The orchestration, visuals, and vocal arrangements signal the industry’s growth and the immense potential of African creatives on the world stage.

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