Where Did Azonto Dance Come from?

Azonto originated among the Ga people of Ghana. Like their Apaa ("work") jig, revellers wash, drive or dial phones to the tune of a hip-shaking beat, a jived-up version of charades.

Who started Azonto?

Ghanaian rapper and multiple-award winner Sarkodie has claimed to be the originator of the popular controversial Azonto slang and dance.

Is Azonto a Nigerian song?

"Azonto" is a song by Nigerian singer Wizkid. It was produced by the record producing and songwriting duo Legendury Beatz. The song was officially released on 28 January 2012. It helped popularize Azonto, a Ghanaian music genre and dance.

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