Imurana Abdul Karim, better known by his stage name Capasta or Capasta Ambandi, is a prominent Ghanaian musician, songwriter, rapper, performer, and FIFA-licensed football coach. Born on May 4, 1990, in Accra New Town, he fuses creative artistry with athletic leadership, gaining recognition through key collaborations and international coaching triumphs.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Imurana Abdul Karim |
| Date of Birth | May 4, 1990 |
| Place of Birth | Pig Farm, Accra New Town |
| Nationality | Ghanaian |
| State of Origin | Greater Accra Region |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Occupations | Musician, Songwriter, Rapper, Performer, FIFA-licensed Football Coach, Community Organizer |
| Labels | Ambandi Music |
| Net Worth | $1.2 million |
Early Life and Education
Capasta entered the world in the Pig Farm neighborhood of Accra New Town, Greater Accra Region, Ghana, on May 4, 1990.
Raised amid rich cultural influences, his passion for music sparked during senior high school, shaping his path in performance and expression. His fluency in English, Ga, Ghanaian Pidgin English, Hausa, and Twi underscores a vibrant, multicultural upbringing.
Career
Capasta launched his music career in 2014 with a feature on Gasmilla’s “Telemo,” marking his entry into Ghana’s hiplife and Afrobeats scenes. He performed at the Miss Galaxy Ghana pageant in 2015 and released singles like “Control,” “Badabaya,” “Blessings,” “Gucci Ferrari,” and “On Me” through the 2010s.
His debut album “Its Time” arrived in February 2023, featuring Edem, Spicer Dabz, and others on tracks such as “Bayyinah” and “Father.”
In football, Capasta holds a FIFA coaching license and led youth teams at Lizzy Sports Complex to nine international titles, including the 2017 World Youth Cup in Norway and 2018 Paris World Games.
He signed as head coach for IK Junkeren Bodo in Norway in 2023. He also founded the World Dynamic Community Organization.
Personal Life
Capasta keeps family matters private, though social media highlights his emphasis on family values and child development. His content often celebrates Ghanaian heritage, especially Ga culture, while he balances careers across continents.
Net Worth
Capasta’s estimated net worth stands at $1.2 million as of 2025. This figure reflects earnings from music streaming royalties, album sales, live performances, and coaching contracts across Europe and Africa. His diversified income streams, including endorsements and his Ambandi Music label, position him among rising Ghanaian artists with strong financial growth potential.
Discography
Singles and Features:
- Telemo (featuring Gasmilla) – 2014
- Control – 2015
- Badabaya (featuring Gasmilla) – 2015
- Blessings – 2019
- Gucci Ferrari – 2019
- On Me – 2020
- Wrong Number
- Father
- Kuzo Muyi Wasa (VIP cover)
Studio Albums:
- Its Time – February 17, 2023 (10 tracks; Ambandi Music)
- Gucci Ferrari (featuring Spicer Dabz)
- Fall
- Bayyinah (featuring Edem & Spicer Dabz)
- Faraway (featuring Spicer Dabz)
- Father
- And five more tracks
- Murda (featuring Epixode) – 2025
- Ajei – 2025
Awards and Nominations
Capasta earned a nomination at the 2016 Hausa Music Festival and Awards, sharing the spotlight with artists like Shatta Wale, Stonebwoy, and Samini.
