As the year 2024 comes to a close, Ghana’s music scene has once again proven its vibrancy and global appeal.
Several Ghanaian songs went viral this year, captivating audiences worldwide and solidifying the country’s position as a hub for Afrobeats and Afropop music.
Here are the top 11 that enjoyed the most airplay, topped charts, were the toast of audiences at every public gathering, and remained on the lips of ordinary Ghanaians on the streets.
- Asylum by Olive the Boy
One of the biggest hits of the year was “Asylum” by Olive the Boy.
The song’s catchy hook and infectious beat made it a staple on playlists across the continent and beyond.
- Fly Girl by Beeztrap KOTM, featuring Oseikrom Sikanii
Another song that took the world by storm was “Fly Girl” by Beeztrap KOTM, featuring Oseikrom Sikanii.
The song’s unique blend of Twi rap and Afrobeats resonated with fans globally, earning it millions of streams on music platforms.
- December by Gyakie
Gyakie’s “December” was another viral sensation, showcasing the singer’s soulful voice and emotive songwriting.
The song’s music video, which featured Gyakie performing in various scenic locations, racked up millions of views on YouTube.
- Puul by Lasmid
Lasmid’s Puul song took over the internet, making waves globally, accompanied by dance challenges on all social media platforms, especially on TikTok.
- Bad Feeling by Tulenky featuring Beeztrap KOTM
Tulenkey’s “Bad Feeling” song featuring Beeztrap KOTM gained significant views and engagement globally.
- Makoma and Aseda by King Paluta
King Paluta earned the love of Ghanaians through his hit songs “Makoma” and “Aseda,” which took over the internet for the entire year.
The tracks resonated with people across all walks of life.
- Defe Defe by Team Eternity
Team Eternity broke the ground with their hit song “Defe Defe”, a viral gospel track that was a true definition of urban gospel.
With energetic performances at various shows, the group shot into the skies, raking up huge numbers on social media and music platforms.
- Giggle and Whine by Stonebwoy, featuring Jamaican artiste Spice,
2024 was another big year for Artiste of the Year Stonebwoy, who zoomed into another international collaboration with “Giggle and Whine,” featuring Jamaican artiste Spice.
He followed it up with an invitation to the Jamaican bad girl to visit Ghana as the two performed at huge shows before the end of the year.
- Kwen kwen by Nacee
Nacee demonstrated his knack for composing songs that gained popularity with ease as he released “Kwen kwen”.
This time, it wasn’t a gospel try but a political campaign song that propelled the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to victory at the 2024 polls.
- Fameye Very Soon by Fameye
Ghanaian highlife artist Fameye dropped another banger dubbed “Very Soon”, which was produced by Willis Beats. The song features Fameye’s signature style, blending catchy rhythms with heartfelt lyrics.