Nana Kwame Obese is an award-winning Ghanaian-Canadian musician and griot based in St. John’s, Newfoundland. Grounded in West African folklore and oral storytelling, he crafts an intimate, human experience that bridges diverse cultures and languages.

Bringing the warmth of his Ghanaian roots and the salt of the North Atlantic, his music explores migration, emotional displacement, and the quiet search for home.

Open and unvarnished about living with Bipolar II Disorder, Nana hosts Songs and Stories by the Fireside at The Battery Café, creating a safe space for vulnerability among artists.

In 2026, Nana earned two features on CBC Radio and 2 MusicNL Award nominations, going on to win the MusicNL Rising Star of the Year Award in October, following his debut release 42A Wexford Street in February. Wherever he performs, he infects his audience with his refreshing aura and gentle spirit.