By Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe,Samuel Obour
Copyright yen
Saudi-based English footballer Ivan Toney displayed his love for Asakaa music as he jammed to O’Kenneth’s hit tune, AgyeiwaaToney was introduced to the popular song by a Ghanaian barber, who is based in the Gulf region, while receiving a haircutThe 29-year-old striker has enjoyed a fruitful stint in Saudi Arabia since leaving Brentford in May 2024
Al Ahli forward Ivan Toney has shown his admiration for Ghanaian drill music after a video captured him vibing to O’Kenneth’s hit track Agyeiwaa.
The English striker, who previously starred for Brentford, was enjoying a haircut when the popular tune from the Asakaa Boys filled the room.
Ivan Toney vibes to Asakaa music during haircut
The clip, first shared on TikTok by Saudi-based Ghanaian barber @kgcut.kk, quickly spread across social media.
Seated comfortably as the clippers buzzed around his head, Toney could not resist joining in.
He nodded along to the rhythm, even singing parts of the chorus, much to the delight of the barber, who paused briefly to let his client enjoy the music.
Watch the video:
Within hours of being posted, the footage went viral, sparking a wave of reactions from Ghanaians online. Many fans joked about his connection to Kumasi, the hub of Asakaa music.
@yaw_devil jokingly claimed Toney hailed from a suburb in Kumasi:
“This guy be Bantama dude aswear 😂😂😂”
@mrbosco_ shared a similar sentiment:
“Proper kumerican that 😂😂”
@__stanlee, on the other hand, observed a curious state of Toney’s hair:
“Your man dey bald o herh.”
@WoodsDarli77371 looked at the video from a musical perspective:
“Big win for Ghana.”
@Lankyboy_1 summed up with a popular anthem:
“Geng geng geng 🔥🔥🔥”
The moment reflects the growing global influence of Ghanaian drill.
Just three years after its rise, the Recording Academy has officially recognised Asakaa (Ghana Drill) as a Grammy-eligible genre in the new Best African Music Performance category.
This recognition cements Ghana’s role as the driving force of African drill, despite rival claims from neighbouring countries, according to iMullar.
Watch O’Kenneth’s Agyeiwaa tune:
Away from music, Toney, who ranks as one of the best penalty takers in the world, has also been making headlines on the pitch.
Since moving from the Premier League to Saudi Arabia, he has enjoyed a strong run with Al Ahli.
The 29-year-old helped the club lift last season’s AFC Champions League trophy and has started the new campaign brightly with five goals in his first five matches across all competitions, according to Transfermarkt.
Watch highlights of Toney’s performance in Saudi:
In his latest appearance, however, he was kept quiet as Al Ahli settled for a goalless draw against Al Ettifaq, a side that featured former Liverpool midfielder Gini Wijnaldum, who once carried a Ghanaian surname.
Ronaldo’s son shows love for Afrobeats
In an earlier report, YEN.com.gh highlighted how Cristiano Ronaldo’s son showed his love for Afrobeats as he vibed to Davido’s latest hit, With You.
The teenager got introduced to the trending track by Ghanaian barber Kelvin Akomea Boafo while getting a haircut.
Source: YEN.com.gh
