{"id":74786,"date":"2023-06-09T10:40:22","date_gmt":"2023-06-09T10:40:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2023\/06\/09\/amaaraes-fountain-baby-album-out-set-to-become-1st-ghanaian-to-perform-on-npr-tiny-desk\/"},"modified":"2023-06-09T10:40:22","modified_gmt":"2023-06-09T10:40:22","slug":"amaaraes-fountain-baby-album-out-set-to-become-1st-ghanaian-to-perform-on-npr-tiny-desk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2023\/06\/09\/amaaraes-fountain-baby-album-out-set-to-become-1st-ghanaian-to-perform-on-npr-tiny-desk\/","title":{"rendered":"Amaarae&#8217;s &#8216;Fountain Baby&#8217; album out; set to become 1st Ghanaian to perform on NPR Tiny Desk"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-text\">\n<p>The highly anticipated album \u2018Fountain Baby\u2019 by the Ghanaian platinum-selling artist Amaarae is officially released through Interscope Records.<\/p>\n<p>With critical acclaim from renowned publications such as NPR, The New Yorker, Billboard, and Elle, Amaarae\u2019s unique fusion of genres, blending experimental pop with mainstream Afrobeats, positions her as one of the premier artists in the pop arena.<\/p>\n<p>Amaarae\u2019s latest album, \u2018Fountain Baby,\u2019 is a testament to her talent and visionary approach to music. The collection of insatiable tracks explores powerful themes of female empowerment, the subversion of gender norms, and an enthralling exploration of female sexuality and artistic self-expression.<\/p>\n<p>By infusing her West African heritage with a global perspective, Amaarae presents a body of work that defies genre and regional boundaries, firmly establishing herself as an essential architect in the future of music.<\/p>\n<p>In celebration of the album release, Amaarae treats her fans to an enticing new video for the explosive track \u201cWasted Eyes,\u201d directed by the talented Lauren Dunn. The visually captivating narrative depicted in the video showcases a seductive encounter culminating in a fierce altercation between an assailant and the lethal seductress herself, Amaarae.<\/p>\n<p>This visually stunning piece not only celebrates self-expression but also emphasizes Amaarae\u2019s abundant sexual appeal, further solidifying her rightful position in the pop arena.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"745\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/image-105.png\" alt=\"Amaarae's 'Fountain Baby' album out; set to become 1st Ghanaian to perform on NPR Tiny Desk\" class=\"wp-image-10032323016 lazy\"  data- title=\"Amaarae's 'Fountain Baby' album out; set to become 1st Ghanaian to perform on NPR Tiny Desk\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Building upon her massive success, Amaarae\u2019s viral hit \u201cSad Girlz Luv Money\u201d featuring Kali Uchis has recently achieved platinum certification. The track has garnered over an astonishing 379 million global streams, reached notable chart positions on the Billboard Hot 100, and dominated TikTok as the #1 song for multiple weeks. This extraordinary achievement highlights Amaarae\u2019s undeniable impact in the music industry and solidifies her status as a trailblazer.<\/p>\n<p>As a testament to her rising fame, Amaarae has been invited to perform her new album for the beloved NPR Tiny Desk series, with the performance scheduled for release later in June. This prestigious opportunity showcases the widespread recognition of her talent and affirms her place among the music industry\u2019s elite.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking on the release of \u201cFountain Baby,\u201d Amaarae shares her thoughts: \u201c\u2018Fountain Baby\u2019 exudes an unstoppable surge of sex appeal, abundant blessings, and undeniable swag. It serves as my vibrant declaration to the world that I am a truly blessed child of God.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Listen to \u201c<strong>Fountain Baby<\/strong>\u201d album here: https:\/\/Amaarae.lnk.to\/Co-Star<\/p>\n<p><strong>DISCLAIMER: <\/strong>The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The highly anticipated album \u2018Fountain Baby\u2019 by the Ghanaian platinum-selling artist Amaarae is officially released through Interscope Records. 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