Gyakie drops debut 17-track album 'After Midnight' featuring 6 artists

Ghanaian Afro-fusion singer-songwriter Gyakie, born Jackline Acheampong, has officially released her debut studio album, After Midnight, on August 29, 2025.

Titled to reflect the hours during which much of it was conceived, After Midnight draws directly from Gyakie’s experience of creating under the quiet of night.

She revealed in an interview that “almost all the songs in the album were recorded after midnight. It is 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.” This theme of twilight, introspection, and introspective energy shaped the visual concept for the project.

The album release was preceded by a stunning trailer directed by Alex Piper, a phenomenal director whose cinematic lens has worked with global icons like Rema and Travis Scott. The video captures Gyakie’s artistic journey – from her roots and early studio days to stepping fully into the spotlight.

Tracklist & Collaborations

The album is a 17-track masterpiece featuring 6 incredible artists.

6Lack (U.S.) – on “Damn U”
Shatta Wale (Ghana) – “Harmattan”
Headie One (UK) – “I’m Not Taken”
Omar Sterling (Ghana, R2Bees) – “Luv”
Young Jonn (Nigeria) – “House Party”
Kojey Radical (UK) – “Party Galore”

Highlights include “Intro”, “Fire on the Mountain”, “Sankofa”, “Unconditional”, “Story”, and “Hallelujah.” After Midnight is a sonic memoir that captures reflections on survival, family, love, and growth. Building on her breakthrough EPs Seed (2020) and My Diary (2022), After Midnight signifies a major artistic evolution.

The talented songstress said the project had been in the works for 3 years because it was important to give her fans the best. The album is her first ever music album, although she has released two EPs in the past. This album showcases Gyakie’s growth personally and artistically.

After Midnight is available on all music stores.