Ghanaian singer-songwriter Gyakie is ushering in a new phase of her musical journey with the release of “Your Body (Crazy),” her first single under Warner Music. Released on October 16, 2026, the track marks an important milestone for the Afro-fusion star as she begins a new chapter with one of the global music industry’s leading labels.
Produced by Lektra, “Your Body (Crazy)” finds Gyakie exploring the irresistible pull of attraction. Driven by an infectious Afro-fusion groove and her signature sultry vocals, the record captures the excitement of being completely drawn to someone. Moving effortlessly between English and Twi, she delivers a playful yet emotionally expressive performance that gives the song both its personality and its appeal.
The release arrives at a defining point in Gyakie’s career. Since emerging in 2019, she has steadily established herself as one of Ghana’s most distinctive contemporary female artists, building an international following through a sound that draws from Afrobeats, R&B and Ghanaian highlife.
Her breakthrough single “Forever” introduced her music to audiences far beyond Ghana, with its remix featuring Omah Lay helping push the record to even greater heights. She has since expanded her catalogue with projects including SEED and MY DIARY, while collaborating with an impressive range of artists, including Davido, Omah Lay, 6LACK, Headie One, Kojey Radical, Shatta Wale and Omar Sterling.
In 2025, Gyakie reached another career milestone with the release of her debut album, AFTER MIDNIGHT. The 17-track project explored themes of love, vulnerability, self-discovery, and healing, earning international editorial recognition from Billboard and Rolling Stone Africa. Its standout track, “Sankofa,” secured the No. 17 position on Rolling Stone Global’s 45 Best Afropop Songs of 2025 list. That same year, Gyakie was named to the Forbes Africa 30 Under 30, selected as an Apple Music Africa Rising artist, and appointed Spotify EQUAL Africa Ambassador. She also received multiple Grammy considerations for “Sankofa,” “DAMN U” and AFTER MIDNIGHT.
Her growing international presence has extended beyond streaming, with performances across Ghana, Nigeria, the United Kingdom and other African markets. Notable appearances include a headline show at Jazz Cafe London, an AFTER MIDNIGHT album experience in Lagos, and Ghana Party in the Park in London.
The scale of her audience is equally reflected in her streaming numbers. Gyakie’s catalogue has accumulated more than 300 million YouTube views, 100 million Apple Music streams, 100 million Boomplay streams and 78 million Audiomack streams, highlighting the reach of her music across different markets.
With “Your Body (Crazy),” Gyakie introduces a more expansive phase of her artistry without losing the qualities that have made her music resonate with listeners. Its catchy hook, dance-friendly rhythm and universally relatable subject matter give the single the potential to connect with audiences across Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, while opening the door to an even wider international audience.
Having spent years building a distinctive musical identity and establishing a strong foundation at home and abroad, Gyakie now enters her Warner Music chapter with renewed ambition. “Your Body (Crazy)” is an inviting introduction to this next phase, positioning the Ghanaian star for an even greater presence within the evolving global Afrobeats and Afro-fusion landscape.
