Amaarae Shares Euphoric New Single, Girlie-Pop! Ahead of Upcoming Album BLACK STAR
Genre-bending Ghanaian-American artist Amaarae has just unveiled her latest single, Girlie-Pop! — a shimmering, sensual anthem that embodies the pleasure, fantasy, and vibrant creativity she’s become known for. The track arrives as the second offering from her highly anticipated sophomore album BLACK STAR, set to drop on August 8th via Interscope Records.
Following the experimental and alluring prelude single S.M.O., Girlie-Pop! takes listeners deeper into the euphoric, club-ready world of BLACK STAR — a project that promises a “maximalist club utopia” rooted in the sounds of Alté, African underground sub-genres, and pop. With its Jersey club leanings and syrupy-smooth production, the single is a bold celebration of freedom, desire, and feminine energy.
Speaking on the song’s origins, Amaarae explains:
“‘Girlie-Pop!’ started as a freestyle over an open guitar on a magical night in Brazil! I wanted to make a song that embodies the feeling of a kiss from your favourite person in the world. We all dream of finding that one person who sends us into the stars with just a smile & peck on the lips!”
Indeed, Girlie-Pop! captures that dreamy euphoria perfectly. It’s soft yet assertive, sultry yet playful — a sonic love letter to infatuation and emotional highs. It’s also a strong preview of what BLACK STAR aims to be: a hedonistic, joy-drenched celebration of fantasy and liberation.
The accompanying music video, directed by Omar Jones, elevates the track’s sensual energy even further. Featuring surreal visual storytelling and slick choreography, it’s a dazzling display of chemistry, rhythm, and dreamlike connection — an exploration of how music becomes the binding force when two souls collide on the dance floor and beyond.
With Girlie-Pop!, Amaarae once again proves her status as one of the most forward-thinking artists shaping the global soundscape. As the countdown to BLACK STAR continues, this track sets the tone for an album that promises not just new sounds but new experiences.
Don’t miss your chance to experience “Girlie-Pop!” — you can listen to it now and enjoy the track from your favourite music platforms. Join the conversation and let the rhythm take over!
You can listen to Amaarae – Girlie-Pop! here.
