Controversial Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale has been honored over the weekend with the “Key to the City of Worcester” in Massachusetts in the United States.

The “Taking Over” hit maker was presented the “Key” by the Mayor of Worcester Joseph Petty for his immense contribution to the music industry.

In a post on his Facebook page the “Dancehall King” shared an eye catching photograph as he was been celebrated by some American police men.

The music personality post read, “American police celebrates with me for my key ...They said it’s a great treasure,” he wrote.

Previous winners of the enviable award include Gospel musician Sonnie Badu and rapper Okyeame Kwame.