Moliy Makes History as First Ghanaian Artist to Win at the Caribbean Music Awards

Singer Moliy has officially carved her name into the history books by becoming the very first Ghanaian artist to win an award at the prestigious Caribbean Music Awards.

The historic victory took place at the 2026 Caribbean Music Awards, where Moliy took home the coveted title of Dancehall Song of the Year for her massive crossover hit, “Shake It to the Max (Fly) Remix”.

The track, which features Jamaican dancehall heavyweights Shenseea and Skillibeng alongside production from Silent Addy, entered the ceremony as the most-nominated song of the night, securing three nominations across major categories.

Celebrating the victory on social media, an elated Moliy shared her excitement with fans on X (formerly Twitter), posting:

DANCEHALL SONG OF THE YEAR BAGGED

The path to this record-breaking moment began in December 2024, when Moliy and producer Silent Addy released the original version of “Shake It to the Max (Fly)”.

The song quickly sparked a viral dance challenge on TikTok, building explosive momentum before the official remix dropped in February 2025 with Shenseea and Skillibeng.

The collaboration seamlessly bridged Afrobeats and dancehall audiences worldwide, propelling the song onto prominent global record charts, including the Billboard US Afrobeats Songs chart and the UK Singles Chart.

By February 2026, the anthem achieved another major career milestone by earning an official Gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) after surpassing 500,000 units sold in the United States.

Additionally, the track dominated airwaves by topping Billboard’s Rhythmic Top 40 Airplay chart.

This international acclaim complements her domestic recognition, as the remix also bagged the Reggae/Dancehall Song of the Year trophy at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards earlier in 2026.

Moliy’s historic win at the Caribbean Music Awards caps off an extraordinary run, setting a new benchmark for Ghanaian artists expanding into international music markets.

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Moliy’s record-breaking win at the Caribbean Music Awards stands as a shining beacon of what is possible when Ghanaian creative talent collaborates across global genres.

From a viral TikTok trend to RIAA Gold certification and international award glory, her journey demonstrates the power of authentic cultural exchange in modern music.