Ghanaian music star Kuami Eugene has praised fellow artiste Amaarae, describing her as a long-standing musical force whose extraordinary talent is only now being widely recognised by the mainstream.
Speaking candidly, Eugene referred to the singer as his “big sister” and a “legend,” expressing admiration for her consistency and unique appeal over the years.
“Amaarae is my big sister. She’s a legend, though. But the funny thing is, it has never been quiet with Amaarae. It’s just her circle… That’s where she finds herself.”
Kuami Eugene
He explained that Amaarae’s sound—often rooted in alternative and global influences—resonated strongly within niche audiences but remained relatively under the radar of Ghana’s mainstream music consumers.
“The people she used to appeal to were not the regular Ghanaian masses. She’s been making waves since. It’s just quite sad that people are now getting to know Amaarae. But I’m excited they’re getting to know her now because the talent she has is insane.”
Kuami Eugene
Amaarae, known for her genre-bending sound and bold artistic style, gained international acclaim with her hit single ‘Sad Girlz Luv Money’, which charted globally and featured artists like Kali Uchis and Moliy.
She has since performed on major global stages and continues to be a leading figure in the alternative African pop scene.
Kuami Eugene on Why He Delayed Announcing Lynx Exit
The Ghanaian singer, songwriter, and record producer revealed why he hesitated to publicly announce his departure from Lynx Entertainment.
He explained that he preferred to focus on his future projects rather than dwell on his past with the label. He noted that many artists in Ghana tend to emphasize negative experiences after leaving their record labels, but he wanted to take a different path.
“I noticed that when people leave record labels here, they often spend a lot of time talking about, sorry to say, their bad experiences rather than focusing on what they’re doing now. That’s not something I wanted to be a part of. While recording and promoting ‘Monica,’ we were still discussing my exit from Lynx Entertainment.”
Kuami Eugene
Kuami disclosed that talks about his departure began as far back as 2023, during the release of “Monica.” Despite the transition, he expressed deep gratitude for Lynx Entertainment’s role in his career and said he had the full support of the label’s CEO, Richie Mensah.
“It’s been a very long journey with Lynx Entertainment. They’ve played a huge role in my life. I’ve learned so much from Richie Mensah, and I’m very grateful he gave me his blessing when it was time to go. He told me, ‘Eight years, Charlie, you almost hit a decade with us.’”
Kuami Eugene
The ‘Monica’ hitmaker also emphasized that he remains on good terms with Lynx, recently attending Richie Mensah’s book launch and continuing to receive support from his former team.
“I’m still with Lynx, like I never left. I was at Richie’s book launch just two days ago. It was a blessing to see him, hug him like the father he’s been to me. He even texted me two days ago, thanking me for coming.”
Kuami Eugene
He urged fans and social media users not to expect any bitterness from him, but rather to focus on enjoying his music. “If I put out my feelings, then what? What I really want is for them to listen to ‘Belinda,’ ‘Monica,’ and the other bangers I’m giving them,” the ‘Angela’ crooner added.
The singer recently released a new single titled “Canopy,” a highlife-inspired song blending soulful vocals with modern rhythms. The track is already gaining traction on streaming platforms, showcasing the artist’s evolving sound and maturity after his time with Lynx Entertainment.
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