Gyakie Unveils Debut Album After Midnight: A 17-Track Journey of Self-Discovery, Healing and Legacy

Ghanaian singer-songwriter Gyakie has released her highly anticipated debut album, After Midnight – a 17-track exploration of vulnerability, healing, identity, and self-love.

Known for her soulful blend of Afro-R&B, highlife, and alternative influences, Gyakie now steps into a defining era of artistry, cementing her place as one of Africa’s most compelling female voices.

A Personal and Powerful Debut

Born to Ghanaian highlife legend Nana Acheampong, Gyakie carries a rich musical heritage. After Midnight is her most personal body of work yet, shaped in the stillness of night.

“Almost all the songs on the album were recorded after midnight. It is within those hours that I find my best inspiration,” Gyakie shares. “The peace, the quiet, the serenity – everything about that time fuels my creativity.”

Collaborations and Global Soundscapes

The project features an impressive line-up of collaborators, including:

• 6LACK on Damn U
• Shatta Wale on Harmattan
• Omar Sterling on Y2K Luv
• Headie One on I’m Not Taken
• Young Jonn on House Party
• Kojey Radical on Party Galore

In a moving full-circle moment, Y2K Luv samples her father’s work – a powerful nod to her musical roots and the continuity of Ghanaian legacy.

A Sonic Journey: Tracklist Highlights

From late-night reflections (After Midnight, Is It Worth It?), to cultural pride (Sankofa), to vibrant anthems (Party Galore, House Party), Gyakie weaves vulnerability with confidence.

Tracklist:

1. Intro
2. Fire on the Mountain
3. Damn U (feat 6LACK)
4. Harmattan (feat Shatta Wale)
5. Y2K Luv (feat Omar Sterling)
6. Sankofa
7. After Midnight
8. I’m Not Taken (feat Headie One)
9. No One
10. Breaking News
11. House Party (feat Young Jonn)
12. Unconditional
13. Story
14. Want It
15. Party Galore (feat Kojey Radical)
16. Is It Worth It?
17. Hallelujah

Artist’s Reflection

“This album is about becoming,” Gyakie explains. “It’s about embracing all the versions of myself – the soft parts, the strong parts, the past, the present, and the dreams I’m chasing. I hope people find pieces of themselves in these songs.”