afro pop
what it is
Afropop or Afro Pop is a term sometimes used to refer to contemporary African pop music. The term does not refer to a specific style or sound, but is used as a general term to describe African popular music.
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level 4 · further
art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
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questions
What is afro pop?
Afropop or Afro Pop is a term sometimes used to refer to contemporary African pop music. The term does not refer to a specific style or sound, but is used as a general term to describe African popular music.
What are good afro pop albums to start with?
Try Robbery by Kojo Funds, Radio Africa by Freshlyground, Vuthelani by Malaika, and Hiddo & Dhaqan by Aar Maanta.
Who are some women making afro pop?
musicisforgirls.com/genres/afro-pop/girls lists women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making afro pop, from mainstream to underground.
genre notes from last.fm listeners · artists and albums from last.fm, updated 2026-10-20