Pat Thomas makes global splash as ‘Gye Wani’ lands on Grand Theft Auto VI

Legendary Ghanaian Highlife musician Pat Thomas has become the topic of discussion on social media as his artistry has been recognised on an international stage.

In a post shared on X on October 9, 2026, by an account identified as Complex Music, it noted that Pat Thomas’ song “Gye Wani”, which features legendary Ebo Taylor, has been selected as part of the list of songs for Grand Theft Auto VI.

The legendary Pat Thomas’ song, originally recorded in 1984, “Gye Wani”, has travelled an impressive musical journey over the past four decades and is now finding a new audience through one of the world’s biggest video game franchises.

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Its inclusion in GTA VI places the decades-old Ghanaian recording alongside music from some of the biggest names in contemporary and classic music.

Aside from Pat Thomas’ legendary piece, which has been included on the list, other songs featured in the popular game include Zara Larsson and PinkPantheress’ “Midnight Sun (Girls Trip),” Charli xcx’s “Good Ones,” MGMT’s “Electric Feel,” Bad Bunny’s “EoO,” Asake’s “Joha,” and David Banner featuring Lil’ Flip on “Like a Pimp.”

Other songs include Romeo Santos and El Chaval de la Bachata’s “Canalla,” Loretta Lynn’s “Don’t Come Home A-Drinkin’,” Hank Williams Jr. and Waylon Jennings’ “The Conversation,” and “Shay’sana” by DJ Lag and Robot Boii featuring Kamo Mphela.

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Rock classics also feature on the list, including Black Sabbath’s “I,” Pantera’s “I’m Broken,” and Slayer’s “Raining Blood.”

Following the report that the legendary Ghanaian musician's artistic work has made it globally, some netizens have taken to social media to congratulate Pat Thomas, while others are also taking pride in this milestone.

Check the full post below:

Ghana’s legendary highlife artist, Pat Thomas has been featured on GTA VI with his hit song “Gye Wani”. 🇬🇭 🔥 https://t.co/PuhFed99cR

— Gerald (@Imnothuman101) October 8, 2026