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Amerado Releases ‘Kwaku Ananse’ His Folklore-Inspired Song That Went Viral on TikTok

Photo: ‘Kwaku Ananse’ song by Amerado

Award-winning Ghanaian rapper, singer, and songwriter, Derrick Sarfo Kantanka, aka Amerado, has released his viral TikTok song titled ‘Kwaku Ananse.’

Inspired by the legendary folk hero, the song captures the emotional ups and downs of living, using the catchy rhythm of Afrobeat as a backdrop. Amerado showcases his skill as a rapper, narrating how he overcame challenges and reflecting on the unstable nature of human beings and their daily struggles.

To understand the significance of this song, we need to know more about Kwaku Ananse, a spider-like figure from West African folklore. He is known for using his intelligence to overcome stronger enemies. Ananse is a cultural hero of the Akan people of Ghana and other parts of West Africa. He is also a symbol of wisdom and survival, who often learns from his own failures and mishaps caused by his clever schemes.

Over time, Kwaku Ananse has become a beloved figure of Ghanaian folklore, who has travelled across the world and become a global symbol of resistance and resilience. Amerado pays homage to this cultural icon by naming his song after him and incorporating elements of his stories into his lyrics.

In the song, Amerado reflects on his own personal experiences, and challenges as an artist and a human. He raps and sings about his struggles, achievements, and aspirations. He faces criticism and hardship, but he never gives up on his dreams.

Watch the visualizer of ‘Kwaku Ananse’ on YouTube below.


The song is produced by IzJoe Beatz, who blends Afrobeat and Highlife genres to create a vibrant and catchy beat that matches Amerado’s rap skills and vocal delivery.

Since its release, the song has received positive reviews from fans, celebrities and critics, who have applauded Amerado for his creativity, originality, and versatility. The song has also gone viral on TikTok, where Amerado shared a snippet that has gained over 670k views.

Amerado’s  ‘Kwaku Ananse’ is a song that celebrates African culture and resilience in the face of adversity. It is a song that showcases Amerado’s talent and potential as one of Ghana’s finest musicians. It is a song that inspires listeners to be proud of their heritage and identity, and to never give up on their goals and dreams. It is a song that deserves to be heard by everyone who loves good music.


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