Amaarae, whose full name is Ama Serwah Genfi, is an American-Ghanaian singer-songwriter known for her unique blend of pop, R&B, Afrobeats, and alté.

• Ama Serwah Genfi
• Born: July 4, 1994, in the Bronx, New York, USA.
• Education: Raised between Atlanta, USA, and Accra, Ghana, Amaarae developed a passion for music early on.  She wrote her first song at the age of 13 and honed her skills in voice training and songwriting while studying English literature.

Career Beginnings

• First Project: Released her debut EP, “Passionfruit Summers,” in 2017, which included the popular track “Fluid”.
• Recognition: Named one of Apple Music Africa’s Favourite New Artists in 2018 and featured in Vogue for her distinctive style.

Rise to Fame

• Debut Album: “The Angel You Don’t Know,” released in 2020, received critical acclaim and was named one of the best albums of the year by Pitchfork¹.
• Viral Hit: The song “Sad Girlz Luv Money” featuring Moliy gained massive popularity on TikTok and was later remixed with Kali Uchis, charting globally.

Notable Achievements

• Awards and Nominations: Amaarae has been recognized for her contributions to music and fashion, including nominations for Artist of the Year at the Glitz Style Awards in Ghana¹.
• International Performances: Set to make history as the first Ghanaian artist to perform at Coachella in 2025.

Iconic Songs Produced

Here are some of the notable songs Amaarae has worked on:

1. “Fluid” from “Passionfruit Summers”¹
2. “Sad Girlz Luv Money” featuring Moliy and Kali Uchis
3. “Leave Me Alone” from “The Angel You Don’t Know”
4. “Fancy” from “The Angel You Don’t Know”
5. “Co-Star” from “Fountain Baby”

Personal Life

• Family: Amaarae is the eldest of two children and has often spoken about the influence of her family on her music career.
• Fashion Icon: Known for her bold and eclectic fashion sense, she has been featured in Vogue and other major fashion publications

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