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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. 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.


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>''' 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>'''


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. 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 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 ] (later the Telecel Ghana Music Awards), and 3Music Awards. Additionally, he has performed internationally in countries such as the United Kindgom, Dubai, Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania and Ivory Coast.


Beyond performance, Baye contributes to dance education as an instructor and choreographer at DWP Academy, where he also collaborates 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>''' Beyond performance, Baye contributes to dance education as an instructor and choreographer at DWP Academy, where he also collaborates 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>


==Works== ==Works==

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Demzy BaYe
BornDerrick Asare Agyepong
(1997-05-19) 19 May 1997 (age 27)
NationalityGhanaian
EducationNurses Training College, Ho
OccupationDancer & Musician
Career
Current groupDWP 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 stages such as the Global Citizen Festival, with Usher, the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards (later the Telecel Ghana Music Awards), and 3Music Awards. Additionally, he has performed internationally in countries such as the United Kindgom, Dubai, Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania and Ivory Coast.

Beyond performance, Baye contributes to dance education as an instructor and choreographer at DWP Academy, where he also collaborates on outreach programs to promote dance as an art form.

Works

Dance steps

Baye is known for his Baye dance step as well as Bakwε dance step.

Choreography

Baye's choreographic compositions include Darling Jesus, Yeshua and Defe Defe (an Afromix).

Discography

Singles

I can ft Champion rolie

Music video appearances

Recognition

Baye won the 2024 TikTok Influencer of the Year award at the Pulse Influencer Awards, the 2023 Best Dance Duel (with Endurance Grand) at Ghana Dance Award and the 2023 RTP Best TikTok influencer award.

References

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