Born into a legacy of music, it was destiny for Soul Nana™ to pursue a career writing, producing, and performing. The son of internationally known Ghanaian drummer Rim Kwaku Obeng, Soul Nana™ was nurtured at a very young age by musical greats like: Fela Kuti, Osibisa, and, Lumumba.
Not long after immigrating with his parents to the United States, Soul Nana™ became immersed in the genres of Funk, Soul, Jazz, and eventually, Hip-Hop. Building upon a solid musical foundation and blessed with his mother's work ethic, Soul Nana™ was signed to Coolio and managed by Paul Stewart (music supervisor for Above the Rim & Hustle and Flow) in 1994. During this time Soul Nana worked with Montell Jordan, Xzibit, Jimmy Cliff, and more.
In 1997 Soul Nana™ and his brother Latidoe formed Soulatidoe Hiplife's first International group that mixed Akan (language of the Ashanti Tribe of Ghana) and English on a commercial level. Their first hit Kawanotomu, catapulted them to legendary status with the likes of Reggie Rockstone and Obrafour. (Check out Kawanotomu Video)
A decade later, Soul Nana™ made his transition into music production. By 2004 his first placement, "Lots of Girls" featuring Spragga Benz became the single for Slip N Slide artist, Don Yute. After winning the 2007 Sha Money XL Beat Battle in Phoenix Arizona, Soul Nana™ went on to work with Rayven Symone, Jodeci, The Cheetah Girls, Keith Robinson, Anjulie, Nikki Grier, Busta Rhymes, Maino, and many others. Nana continues to hone and develop his production skills. Like those who influenced him, he is never satisfied. It is that very same commitment and passion that has recently drawn him back to the desire to perform. Soul Nana™ has diligently worked on his delivery and lyrical acumen in order to honor his rich musical heritage, making clear his determination for excellence on both sides of the microphone.