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Amaarae hits 1 billion streams for her album ‘Fountain Baby.
Ghanaian-American singer-songwriter Amaarae has achieved a major milestone with her sophomore album, “Fountain Baby,” surpassing 1 billion global streams.
Released in 2023, the album has garnered widespread acclaim, earning a spot on Clash Music’s Album of the Year list.
Amaarae’s success with “Fountain Baby” underscores the growing popularity of Ghanaian and Afrobeats-influenced music on the global stage.
The album showcases Amaarae’s versatility, blending elements of Afrobeats, pop, and R&B to create a unique sound.
In an interview, Amaarae discussed her approach to creating “Fountain Baby,” emphasizing her desire for more creative control and a more pop-oriented direction compared to her debut album. She drew inspiration from artists like Madonna, Janet Jackson, and Nelly to shape the album’s sound and lyrical themes.
The success of “Fountain Baby” has propelled Amaarae’s career to new heights. She is set to join Childish Gambino and Sabrina Carpenter for a series of arena shows later this year, further expanding her reach and solidifying her status as a rising global superstar.
Perfect way to end an already incredible week! Got an email from the label yesterday, Fountain Baby has officially hit 1 BILLION STREAMS (& counting).
For an “alternative” artist from Ghana, for a girl who was recording songs in her room in Adjiriganor just 4 years ago… this is… pic.twitter.com/7vJdKjx3Sj
— Fountain Baby (@amaarae) June 30, 2024
Amaarae made waves in the music industry by securing a groundbreaking deal with Bad Habit, a renowned label, management, and publishing company established in 2015. This exciting development was announced via a social media post on Thursday, April 4, 2024.
Known for its prestigious collaborations with industry giants such as Atlantic Records, Warner Chappell, and the Alternative Distribution Alliance, Bad Habit offers unmatched opportunities for its artists to thrive in the music business.
Amaarae, whose rapid ascent began with the release of her album “Fountain Baby,” is set to join an impressive lineup of talents on Bad Habit’s roster, which includes Grammy Award winner Burna Boy.
According to pop-culture journalist Olele Salvador, the deal represents a co-partnership agreement with Amaarae’s independent label, Golden Child Entertainment Ltd. Under the guidance of her new home, Amaarae’s day-to-day operations, career strategy, shows, tours, and collaborations with Interscope, the label behind “Fountain Baby,” will be carefully curated