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| {{Infobox dancer|name=Demzy BaYe|birth_name=Derrick Asare Agyepong|birth_date={{birth date and age|1997|5|19|df=y}}|nationality=Ghanaian|occupation=] & ]|education=Nurses Training College, Ho|current_group=DWP Academy|image=demzybaye.jpg}} | {{Infobox dancer|name=Demzy BaYe|birth_name=Derrick Asare Agyepong|birth_date={{birth date and age|1997|5|19|df=y}}|nationality=Ghanaian|occupation=] & ]|education=Nurses Training College, Ho|current_group=DWP Academy|image=demzybaye.jpg}} | ||
| Derrick Asare Agyepong (born May 19, 1997), known professionally as Demzy Baye, is a Ghanaian dancer, choreographer, dance instructor, and musician. He is associated with the Dance with a Purpose Academy (DWP Academy) and serves as an instructor at its branches in Accra and Ho, Ghana.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Melon |first=Nukunu |date=2024-06-20 |title=Demzy Baye: the Ghanaian dance sensation captivating social media |url=https://gbafrica.net/demzy-baye-the-ghanaian-dance-sensation-captivating-social-media/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=GBAfrica |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Daniel |first=Osafo |date=2024-06-19 |title=Demzy Baye: the DWP personality dancing his way to icon status {{!}} News Ghana |url=https://newsghana.com.gh/demzy-baye-the-dwps-personality-dancing-his-way-to-icon-status/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=newsghana.com.gh/ |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":1" /><ref>{{Cite web |last=IA |first=Mrtriumph |date=2024-04-30 |title=Demzy Baye Biography, Net Worth, Real Name, Choreography, Age, Nationality, Girlfriend, Misplaced Pages |url=https://whoiswriter.com/demzy-baye-biography-net-worth-real-name/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=whoiswriter.com |language=en-US}}</ref> | |||
| ⚫ | == Early life and Education == | ||
| He gained widespread recognition with his creation of the Baye Dance Step, a dance move that went viral several years ago. Demzy Baye further cemented his popularity with his Kings of Dance Challenges<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |last=Amoah |first=Geraldine |date=2023-03-02 |title=Fella Makafui pressures dance instructors with backside during lessons at studio |url=https://yen.com.gh/entertainment/celebrities/229237-fella-makafui-takes-dance-lessons-shows-impressive-moves-videos/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=Yen.com.gh - Ghana news. |language=en}}</ref>, which include viral hits like "Yeshua," "Darling Jesus,"<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |date=2024-06-24 |title=LMF to the world: Discover Ghana's dance challenge maestro, Demzy Baye |url=https://citinewsroom.com/2024/06/lmf-to-the-world-discover-ghanas-dance-challenge-maestro-demzy-baye/ |access-date=2024-07-05 |website=Citinewsroom - Comprehensive News in Ghana |language=en-US}}</ref> and "Defe Defe (Afromix).<ref name=":0" />" These performances have propelled him to the brink of iconic status in the dance community. | |||
| Demzy Baye was born in Anfoegã Akukume, located in the Volta Region of Ghana. He is the son of Fredrick Agyepong and Edith Srekumah. He attended , where he studied General Science, and later pursued a ] in nursing<ref>{{Cite web |last=IA |first=Mrtriumph |date=2024-04-30 |title=Demzy Baye Biography, Net Worth, Real Name, Choreography, Age, Nationality, Girlfriend, Misplaced Pages |url=https://whoiswriter.com/demzy-baye-biography-net-worth-real-name/ |access-date=2024-07-05 |website=whoiswriter.com |language=en-US}}</ref> at the , graduating in 2019.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Agbodo |first=Chris Ranson |date=20 June 2024 |title=From nursing to viral stardom: The inspiring journey of Demzy Baye |url=https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/entertainment/From-nursing-to-viral-stardom-The-inspiring-journey-of-Demzy-Baye-1936407 |access-date=20 June 2024 |website=Ghanaweb}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Daniel |first=Osafo |date=2024-06-19 |title=Demzy Baye: the Ghanaian dance sensation captivating social media |url=https://groove-africa.com/demzy-baye-the-ghanaian-dance-sensation-captivating-social-media/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=Groove Africa |language=en-US}}</ref> | |||
| ⚫ | During his school years, Baye developed an interest in dance and formed a close partnership with his friend Endurance Grand<ref>{{Cite web |last=Ansah |first=Peter |date=2024-05-20 |title="In my next life, I want you": Endurance smothers Demzy with love on his b'day |url=https://yen.com.gh/entertainment/258095-endurance-grand-pens-emotional-letter-demzy-baye-life-i/ |access-date=2024-07-05 |website=Yen.com.gh - Ghana news. |language=en}}</ref>, with whom he explored opportunities in the creative arts industry.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Amartey |first=Geraldo |date=2024-05-22 |title="Always & forever": Endurance shares touching pre-fame throwback of her & Demzy |url=https://yen.com.gh/entertainment/celebrities/258311-endurace-grand-shares-touching-throwback-video-demzy-baye/ |access-date=2024-07-05 |website=Yen.com.gh - Ghana news. |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-06-05 |title=Demzy is not my boyfriend; We have a strong bond- Endurance Grand |url=https://www.gbcghanaonline.com/entertainment/demzy-enduranace-grand/2024/ |access-date=2024-07-05 |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Ansah |first=Peter |date=2024-06-02 |title="She is her": Endurance goes blond, steps out in grand style with Demzy Baye |url=https://yen.com.gh/entertainment/259086-endurance-grand-blond-steps-grand-style-demzy-baye-fans-react/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=Yen.com.gh - Ghana news. |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Ansah |first=Peter |date=2024-04-05 |title="All thanks to Demzy Baye": Endurance Grand unveils the mystery behind her name |url=https://yen.com.gh/entertainment/255067-endurance-grand-unveils-mystery-fans-weigh-how-special-is/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=Yen.com.gh - Ghana news. |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=IA |first=Mrtriumph |date=2023-10-22 |title=Endurance Grand Biography, Net Worth, Age, Nationality, Country, Parents, Boyfriend, State, Misplaced Pages |url=https://whoiswriter.com/endurance-grand-biography/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=whoiswriter.com |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":2" /> | ||
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| ⚫ | == Early life == | ||
| Derrick Asare Agyepong, better known as Demzy Baye, was born on ] 19, ], in the vibrant town of Anfoegã Akukume, located in the ] in ]. From a young age, Demzy had an innate connection to the rhythm of life, with ] and ] being constant companions that hinted at his future career. | |||
| Demzy is the son of Mr. Fredrick Agyepong and Miss Edith Srekumah. He attended and for his Basic and secondary school, where he studied General Science. Following his passion for healthcare, he furthered his education at the , graduating in 2019 with a ].<ref>{{Cite web |last=IA |first=Mrtriumph |date=2024-04-30 |title=Demzy Baye Biography, Net Worth, Real Name, Choreography, Age, Nationality, Girlfriend, Misplaced Pages |url=https://whoiswriter.com/demzy-baye-biography-net-worth-real-name/ |access-date=2024-07-05 |website=whoiswriter.com |language=en-US}}</ref> | |||
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| == Education == | |||
| Demzy Baye is a professional dancer<ref name=":2" />, dance instructor and a musician. He attended Sonrise Christian High School before rising to prominence in the dance world. Alongside his passion for dance, he pursued a formal education at the Nurses Training College in Ho, where he trained to become a professional nurse.<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{Cite web |last=Daniel |first=Osafo |date=2024-06-19 |title=Demzy Baye: the Ghanaian dance sensation captivating social media |url=https://groove-africa.com/demzy-baye-the-ghanaian-dance-sensation-captivating-social-media/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=Groove Africa |language=en-US}}</ref> | |||
| == Career == | == Career == | ||
| ⚫ | Demzy Baye'''<ref name=":3">{{Cite web |last=Daniel |first=Osafo |date=2024-06-19 |title=Demzy Baye: the DWP personality dancing his way to icon status {{!}} News Ghana |url=https://newsghana.com.gh/demzy-baye-the-dwps-personality-dancing-his-way-to-icon-status/ |access-date=2024-07-05 |website=newsghana.com.gh/ |language=en-US}}</ref>''' '''<ref>{{Cite web |last=dcleakers |date=2024-06-20 |title=Demzy Baye: The DWP Personality Dancing His Way To Icon Status |url=https://dcleakers.net/demzy-baye-the-dwp-personality-dancing-his-way-to-icon-status/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=DCLeakers |language=en-US}}</ref>'''began his professional career in dance after winning the Wosa Dance Challenge organized by ] in 2018. This victory earned him a spot at the DWP Academy, where he collaborated with other notable dancers and further refined his craft. | ||
| Although his profession as a nurse provided stability and purpose, Demzy's true passion lay in dance. He felt a deep yearning for the freedom of expression that dance offered, prompting him to take a leap of faith and leave his stable career behind to pursue his dreams. | |||
| He is credited with creating the "Baye Dance Step'''<ref>{{Cite web |last=Upness |first=Nii |date=2024-06-19 |title=Demzy Baye: the Ghanaian dance sensation captivating social media {{!}} Beenie Words |url=https://beeniewords.com/demzy-baye-the-ghanaian-dance-sensation-captivating-social-media/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |language=en-US}}</ref>'''," a distinctive dance move that gained popularity for its fluidity and expressiveness'''<ref name=":0" />'''. He has also organized online dance challenges, including the "Kings of Dance Challenges," which have garnered significant attention on social media platforms.'''<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-06-24 |title=LMF to the world: Discover Ghana's dance challenge maestro, Demzy Baye |url=https://ghanaweekend.com/2024/06/24/lmf-to-the-world-discover-ghanas-dance-challenge-maestro-demzy-baye/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=Ghana Weekend |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web |date=2024-06-24 |title=LMF to the world: Discover Ghana's dance challenge maestro, Demzy Baye |url=https://citinewsroom.com/2024/06/lmf-to-the-world-discover-ghanas-dance-challenge-maestro-demzy-baye/ |access-date=2024-07-05 |website=Citinewsroom - Comprehensive News in Ghana |language=en-US}}</ref>''' | |||
| In 2018, Demzy joined the DWP Academy after winning the Wosa dance challenge organized by ] for ]'s song "Wosa" featuring ] This audition led him to join the academy alongside talented dancers such as Energetic Tymlez, Champion Rolie, Richael, Real Cesh, Lisa Quam, and Afronita. At DWP Academy, Demzy found a community where his passion for dance was celebrated and where he felt a strong sense of belonging and camaraderie. This environment fueled his journey to greatness. | |||
| ⚫ | As a performer, Baye has appeared in music videos for prominent artists, including Beyoncé's ''Already'''''<ref name=":4">{{Cite web |last=Okyere |first=Gertrude |date=2020-07-31 |title=Identity of Ghanaian dance group in Beyonce's 'Already' video revealed |url=https://www.adomonline.com/identity-of-ghanaian-dance-group-in-beyonces-already-video-revealed/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=Adomonline.com |language=en-US}}</ref>''' and works by ], ], ], and ]. His performances have been featured on notable stages such as the Global Citizen Festival with ] '''<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-03-09 |title=DWP Academy: Our biggest cheque so far has come from Beyonce |url=https://www.classfmonline.com/entertainment/DWP-Academy-Our-biggest-cheque-so-far-has-come-from-Beyonce-40232 |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=www.classfmonline.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-09-25 |title=Usher and Dwp Academy shutdown performance at Global Citizen Festival in Accra |url=https://www.gbcghanaonline.com/entertainment/usher-and-dwp-academy/2022/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-09-27 |title=Global Citizen Festival: Usher, DWP Academy wow crowd and other highlights - MyJoyOnline |url=https://www.myjoyonline.com/global-citizen-festival-usher-dwp-academy-wow-crowd-and-other-highlights/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=www.myjoyonline.com |language=en-US}}</ref>''', the ] (Now Telecel Ghana Music Awards), and 3Music Awards. Additionally, he has performed internationally in countries such as United Kindgom, Dubai, Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania and Ivory Coast. | ||
| Demzy is the visionary behind the "Baye Dance Step",<ref>{{Cite web |last=Upness |first=Nii |date=2024-06-19 |title=Demzy Baye: the Ghanaian dance sensation captivating social media {{!}} Beenie Words |url=https://beeniewords.com/demzy-baye-the-ghanaian-dance-sensation-captivating-social-media/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |language=en-US}}</ref> a dynamic movement characterized by fluidity and expressiveness. This signature step has become a hallmark of his artistic genius, often accompanied by the rhythmic chant of "Baye! Baye! Baye!" which adds to the energy and celebration of each performance.<ref name=":0" /> | |||
| Beyond performance, Baye contributes to dance education as an instructor and choreographer at DWP Academy. His work includes teaching aspiring dancers and collaborating on outreach programs to promote dance as an art form.'''<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |last=Amoah |first=Geraldine |date=2023-03-02 |title=Fella Makafui pressures dance instructors with backside during lessons at studio |url=https://yen.com.gh/entertainment/celebrities/229237-fella-makafui-takes-dance-lessons-shows-impressive-moves-videos/ |access-date=2024-07-08 |website=Yen.com.gh - Ghana news. |language=en}}</ref>''' | |||
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| == Dances == | == Dances == | ||
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| == Achievements == | == Achievements == | ||
| 2024- TikTok Influencer of the Year at Pulse Influencer Awards<ref>{{Cite web |title=Afia Pokua says she gained significant fame and opportunities from the 'Otumfuo scandal' {{!}} Pulse Ghana |url=https://www.pulse.com.gh/articles/entertainment/celebrities/afia-pokua-says-she-gained-significant-fame-and-opportunities-from-the-otumfuo-scandal-2024120417214616049 |access-date=2024-12-04 |website=www.pulse.com.gh |language=en}}</ref> | |||
| 2023-Best Dance Duel (with ]) at Ghana Dance Award<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":3" /> | 2023-Best Dance Duel (with ]) at Ghana Dance Award<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":3" /> | ||
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| Born | Derrick Asare Agyepong (1997-05-19) 19 May 1997 (age 27) |
| Nationality | Ghanaian |
| Education | Nurses Training College, Ho |
| Occupation | Dancer & Musician |
| Career | |
| Current group | DWP Academy |
Derrick Asare Agyepong (born May 19, 1997), known professionally as Demzy Baye, is a Ghanaian dancer, choreographer, dance instructor, and musician. He is associated with the Dance with a Purpose Academy (DWP Academy) and serves as an instructor at its branches in Accra and Ho, Ghana.
Early life and Education
Demzy Baye was born in Anfoegã Akukume, located in the Volta Region of Ghana. He is the son of Fredrick Agyepong and Edith Srekumah. He attended Sonrise Christian High School, where he studied General Science, and later pursued a diploma in nursing at the Nurses’ Training College in Ho, graduating in 2019.
During his school years, Baye developed an interest in dance and formed a close partnership with his friend Endurance Grand, with whom he explored opportunities in the creative arts industry.
Career
Demzy Baye began his professional career in dance after winning the Wosa Dance Challenge organized by Dancegodloyd in 2018. This victory earned him a spot at the DWP Academy, where he collaborated with other notable dancers and further refined his craft.
He is credited with creating the "Baye Dance Step," a distinctive dance move that gained popularity for its fluidity and expressiveness. He has also organized online dance challenges, including the "Kings of Dance Challenges," which have garnered significant attention on social media platforms.
As a performer, Baye has appeared in music videos for prominent artists, including Beyoncé's Already and works by Mr. Eazi, Stonebwoy, MzVee, and Gyakie. His performances have been featured on notable stages such as the Global Citizen Festival with Usher , the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (Now Telecel Ghana Music Awards), and 3Music Awards. Additionally, he has performed internationally in countries such as United Kindgom, Dubai, Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania and Ivory Coast.
Beyond performance, Baye contributes to dance education as an instructor and choreographer at DWP Academy. His work includes teaching aspiring dancers and collaborating on outreach programs to promote dance as an art form.
Dances
Baye dance step
Bakwε dance step
Choreographies
Darling Jesus
Yeshua
Defe Defe (Afromix)
Discography
Singles
I can ft Champion rolie
Music video appearances
Stubborn Academy- Medikal feat. Shatta Wale
Fire Fire- Kuami Eugene
"Already" -Beyoncé, Shatta Wale, Major Lazer
Achievements
2024- TikTok Influencer of the Year at Pulse Influencer Awards
2023-Best Dance Duel (with Endurance Grand) at Ghana Dance Award
2023- RTP Best TikTok influencer
Projects
Endorsements
Belaqua Beverages
Itel Mobile Ghana
Hisense
KFC Ghana
References
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