Gyakie
Ghanaian singer and songwriter, Gyakie, has released a new single, ‘Sankofa’, a soulful anthem that explores the power of reflection and emotional truth.
Co-written with longtime collaborator Eyram Gbewonyo (Afrolektra), the song marks the beginning of a new chapter in Gyakie’s artistic journey—one that is raw, inward-looking, and brimming with vulnerability.
Rooted in the meaning of the Ghanaian Adinkra symbol Sankofa – to go back and retrieve what has been lost – the song delicately captures the beauty in reconnection, closure, and emotional
honesty.
With stripped-down production and emotive delivery, Gyakie offers listeners a glimpse into the heart of her upcoming debut album.
The soulful songstress and Afrobeats sensation is also set to unveil her highly-anticipated debut album, ‘After Midnight’. The project is a deeply personal body of work, inspired by the quiet, reflective, and creatively charged hours that follow midnight—when emotions run deep, inspiration flows, and the world feels at its stillest.
Speaking on the album’s essence, Gyakie shares: “Almost all the songs on the album were recorded after midnight. It’s within those hours that I find my best inspiration to write. The peace and quiet, the sounds from the birds, the serenity— everything about that time fuels my creativity.”
Beyond its musical scope, ‘After Midnight’ is also a reflection of Gyakie’s personal experiences and emotional journey. She opens up about moments of solitude, grief, and healing: “I’ve done a lot of crying after midnight too. When I’m in my down moments, I schedule my tears for when I get home from work, then I let it all out.”