Hi-life/Hip-life
WATCH: Rebbel Ashes, Pat Thomas – Gye Nyame (Official Video)
Acclaimed Ghanaian Afro-fusion artist Rebbel Ashes, based in Belgium, has released his latest single “Gye Nyame”, featuring none other than Ghana’s legendary highlife icon Pat Thomas. The release comes with an equally captivating music video, now available on YouTube.
This collaboration is a remarkable meeting point between two generations of Ghanaian music merging traditional highlife with modern Afro sounds to produce a spiritually resonant, culturally rich masterpiece.
“Gye Nyame,” meaning “Except God” in Twi, is a heartfelt ode to faith, divine protection, and gratitude. Rebbel Ashes delivers this powerful message through a contemporary soundscape while paying homage to traditional Ghanaian musical roots, a feat made even more significant with the participation of Pat Thomas a living legend whose voice has defined highlife music for over five decades.
With lush instrumentation, melodic storytelling, and authentic vocal delivery, “Gye Nyame” is a timely reminder of the enduring relevance of highlife music and the power of cultural continuity.
Directed with cultural precision, the official music video for “Gye Nyame” is a beautifully shot visual representation of African spirituality, identity, and pride. Traditional motifs, natural settings, and meaningful symbolism all contribute to an artistic expression that complements the song’s message.
Available Now on All Major Streaming Platforms:
“Gye Nyame” is now available for streaming and download across all major digital platforms. Fans of Afrobeat, highlife, and inspirational African music can now experience the track wherever they are in the world.
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