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Kay Study (born Mohammed Issah on 9 March 2005) is a Ghanaian singer-songwriter and graphic designer. Known for his genre-blending sound and emotionally resonant lyrics, Kay Study combines Afrobeat, Hip-Hop, and Pop to create music that reflects personal growth, resilience, and cultural expression. He began his career as part of the duo Richkid & Gallo Khatel before launching a solo career in 2024. He signed with Road Wave Records in July 2025.
Mohammed Issah was born on 9 March 2005 in Cape Coast, the capital of Ghana's Central Region. He began his education at Christnam Preparatory School and later attended Abura T.I. Ahmadiyya Basic School for junior high. In 2022, he graduated from Agona Fankobaa Senior High School.
From a young age, Kay Study showed strong creative abilities. As a child, he crafted objects from paper and cardboard, including slippers and a WWE championship belt replica, revealing early signs of his artistic passion.
Kay Study was born to Memuna Ishaque (mother) and Nicholas Appiah (father). He has four siblings:
Rahmatu Mohammed
Hassana Mohammed
Husseina Mohammed
Haruna Mohammed
Kay Study began his music career in 2022 as one half of the duo Richkid & Gallo Khatel, alongside his cousin Emmanuel Begyem (stage name: Gallo Khatel). They were associated with Jamscity Music Records, releasing six tracks:
Focus
Forget
Blooming
Show Me Way
FaMeKo
Emergency Call
The duo disbanded in 2023 due to personal reasons.
In 2024, Kay Study transitioned into a solo career. While still affiliated with Jamscity Music Records, he released singles independently — including:
BITG (Back In The Game)
Silent (featuring Oboy Gaspy)
Activated
Victory Mindset (featuring Yaw Filla)
Despite releasing music through Jamscity, there was no formal contract in place during this period.
In July 2025, Kay Study officially signed a contract with Road Wave Records, though he has not yet released any music under the new label as of July 2025.
Kay Study's sound is rooted in Afrobeat, Hip-Hop, and Pop, often layered with Highlife-inspired melodies. His artistic approach is defined by:
Storytelling through lyrics
Experimentation with genre and sound
Emotional authenticity
He aims to create music that resonates deeply with listeners, blending personal experience with broad social themes.
BITG (Back In The Game)
Silent (ft. Oboy Gaspy)
Activated
Victory Mindset (with Yaw Filla)
Focus
Forget
Blooming
Show Me Way
FaMeKo
Emergency Call
Highlife Artist of the Year – Emerging Entertainers Africa Awards (2022) (as part of Richkid & Gallo Khatel)
Nominee: Emerging Artiste of the Year – 13th Central Music Awards (2024)
Nominee: Song of the Year (Silent) – 2025 Central Entertainment and Business Awards
Kay Study is regarded as a versatile emerging voice in Ghana's new wave of musicians, praised for his genre fusion and lyrical depth.
Outside music, Kay Study is also a graphic designer. He has long expressed himself visually and creatively, often making art and designs from found materials since childhood. His interest in visual arts continues to influence his aesthetic and branding as an artist.
Jamscity Music Records (2022–2023, informal solo releases in 2024)
Road Wave Records (signed June 2025 – present)
Singer-songwriter
Graphic designer
2022–present
