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Ghanaian alternative music sensation Amaarae has reached another significant career milestone after her song “Jumping Ship” surpassed 10 million streams on Spotify, further cementing her status as one of Africa’s leading global music exports.
The achievement marks the 23rd song in Amaarae’s catalogue to exceed the 10-million-stream mark on the streaming platform, making her the Ghanaian female artiste with the highest number of songs to achieve the feat. She also ranks as the second Ghanaian artiste overall with the most songs crossing the 10-million-stream milestone on Spotify.
Over the past five years, Amaarae has steadily built an international reputation through her distinctive blend of Afrobeats, alté, pop and R&B. Her breakthrough came with the release of The Angel You Don’t Know in 2020, powered by the global hit “Sad Gurlz Luv Money,” which has accumulated hundreds of millions of streams across digital platforms.
Her critically acclaimed 2023 album, Fountain Baby, further elevated her global profile, earning praise from leading international media outlets including Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, and NPR.
Amaarae has also performed on some of the world’s biggest music stages, including Coachella, Glastonbury, Afrochella, and The Governors Ball, expanding her influence beyond Africa while attracting a diverse international audience.
In addition to her musical success, the singer-songwriter has cultivated a loyal global fanbase known for its strong online engagement and distinctive fashion culture. Her music continues to perform strongly across major streaming and social media platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube and TikTok.
Industry observers say the latest streaming milestone reflects the growing strength of Amaarae’s catalogue and demonstrates her ability to sustain global listenership beyond viral hits, reinforcing her position among Ghana’s most successful international music stars.
