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Camille Storm
Jun. 12, 2018 02:29PM EST

Amaarae's New Music Video for 'Fluid' Is a Beautiful Masterpiece

The rising Ghanaian singer finally unveils the dreamy visuals from her debut EP, Passionfruit Summers.

Born in New York and raised across Accra, Atlanta and New Jersey, Ama Serwah Genfi, also known as Amaarae, is a 23-year-old singer, songwriter and producer with an atmospheric sound that's characterized by her alluring lyricism and vulnerable melodies.

The singer's debut project, Passionfruit Summers, was released on all platforms November of last year. The 6-track project is a luscious blend of electronic and soulful R&B and with it she proves to be one of the brightest stars from the new school of Ghanaian music.

If you have not already been seduced by the sweet and sultry vocals from her EP, then the new visual for her song "Fluid" will surely be enough to get you hooked.

Shot in Accra and directed by Fotombo , this music video is an aesthetically pleasing masterpiece. While these visuals are simple and straight-forward, the dynamic color palettes will have you transfixed as the R&B crooner relaxes in a milky bathtub filled with flowers.

Watch Amaarae's video for "Fluid" and listen to her full EP below.


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The Gorillaz Enlist Fatoumata Diawara for New Track 'Désolé

A stunning collaboration that we didn't even know we needed.

The Gorillaz enlist none other than Malian singer Fatoumata Diawara for their latest single "Désolé," the second single from the hit-making British band's Song Machine installation project.

"Making Désolé with Fatou was a real moment for me, you know," the band's drummer Russel Hobbs is quoted as saying in a statement via Pitchfork. Désole translates to "sorry" in French, but despite it's apologetic title, the song is a laid-back groove, elevated by vocals from lead singer Damon Albarn and Diawara, who sings in English, French and Bambara.

"She's an African Queen," Russel adds. "This lady made the song what it is, beautiful, like life. What can I say about Désolé? They say sorry is the hardest word, but that's not true.... Try saying antidisestablishmentarianism with a mouth full of gluten free cronuts on a speed boat without licking your lips."

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The 7 Best East African Songs of the Month

Featuring Diamond Platnumz x Tanasha, Sauti Sol, Rayvanny, Sheebah, Victoria Kimani and more.

February has been dominated by familiar voices in East African music.

Here are our picks of the best East African songs of the month featuring Diamond Platnumz, Sheebah, Rayvanny and more.

Follow our East African Grooves playlist on Spotify and Apple Music.

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Zlatan Reflects on 'Life' on Heartfelt New Track

Watch the music video for the Nigerian artist's latest.

Nigerian artist Zlatan gets pensive on his latest track "Life."

The song is a departure from the Zanku (Leg Work) singer's usual dance-worthy style. Instead, the slow-paced anthem sees him reflecting on his rise, and making it as an artist against all odds. "My life changed in one day," sings the artist on the hook.

The video, directed by Hassan Al Raae, features a different setting for the artist as well, as the artist appears at a skiing resort surrounded by snow, which provides a crisp backdrop for the track's hopeful message.

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The 10 Best Ghanaian Songs of the Month

Featuring Sarkodie, M.anifest, Efya, Shatta Wale, Wendy Shay, Lord Paper x Bosom P-Yung and more.

February has been quite the month for music. From the top shots in music right down to the rising new acts, we give you a list of some of the best songs to come out of Ghana this month. Check them out below.

Follow our GHANA WAVE playlist on Spotify here and Apple Music here.

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