Amaarae Lights Up Republic Bar with B2B Music Video Shoot at Black Star Block Party

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Amaarae Lights Up Republic Bar with B2B Music Video Shoot at Black Star Block Party
Amaarae Blackstar Block Party
Ghanaian-American pop star Amaarae turned Republic Bar in Osu into a dynamic epicenter of music and creativity on April 28, 2025, hosting her Black Star Block Party while filming the music video for her latest single, B2B. The event, a vibrant celebration of Ghanaian artistry, attracted hundreds of fans, industry professionals, and fellow musicians, filling Accra’s nightlife hub with an infectious energy.
The video shoot doubled as a live performance, highlighting Amaarae’s genre-blending sound, with B2B teased as a high-energy fusion of Afrobeats, pop, and R&B. Republic Bar’s iconic open-air venue, a cultural staple, was transformed with vivid lighting and a striking stage design to match the song’s bold vibe. Amaarae, wearing a custom outfit adorned with Ghanaian textile patterns, captivated the crowd, seamlessly switching between choreographed scenes and spontaneous interactions as cameras rolled.
A standout moment occurred when Amaarae performed a cover of Shatta Wale’s hit song Freedom, backed by a live band. The rendition sparked an uproar, with fans singing along enthusiastically, and clips of the performance quickly spread across X, garnering thousands of views. Amaarae also shared the stage with Efya, who joined to support the shoot and performed an impromptu duet, their voices blending in a moment captured for the video, hinting at a possible cameo.
On social media, Amaarae addressed speculation about her praise for Shatta Wale, noting she would have similarly acknowledged Stonebwoy had one of his songs been played, emphasizing her admiration for both dancehall icons. Stonebwoy liked the post, diffusing potential fan tensions and highlighting Amaarae’s push for unity in Ghana’s music scene.
The shoot drew extensive media coverage from outlets like Ghana Weekend, GhanaWeb, and Ameyaw Debrah TV, who documented the event with behind-the-scenes footage. Ghana Weekend revealed Amaarae collaborating closely with a Ghanaian-Nigerian directing duo to craft a video blending global and local aesthetics. GhanaWeb’s fan interviews captured the anticipation, with attendees expressing excitement for B2B’s release.
The Black Star Block Party spotlighted emerging Ghanaian talent, featuring local dancers and visual artists in the video. Republic Bar’s open layout enabled sweeping crowd shots, with fans’ energy becoming a focal point of the production. Running from 8 p.m. past midnight, the event stayed lively with DJs spinning continental hits between takes.
No official release date for the B2B video has been confirmed, but fan posts on X point to a late May launch, coinciding with Amaarae’s upcoming international festival dates. The shoot builds on Amaarae’s global success, following her 2023 album FOUNTAIN BABY, which earned a Grammy nomination. By choosing Republic Bar, Amaarae reinforced her dedication to elevating Ghana’s creative scene worldwide.
The Black Star Block Party has solidified its place as a landmark event in Accra’s 2025 cultural calendar, with Amaarae continuing to redefine African music’s global impact.

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