Ghanaian singer-songwriter Jay Cliff is revisiting the music, experiences and community that have shaped his artistic journey with the release of Best of Jay Cliff (Hours), a curated collection celebrating some of the defining moments of his career.
More than a compilation of previously released songs, Best of Jay Cliff (Hours) represents a renewed connection between the artiste and the audience that has supported his musical evolution. The project draws from his Hours journey, which has been shaped by songs exploring love, personal struggles, mental health, vulnerability and the realities of everyday life.
Among the records featured in the collection are “Problematic,” one of his notable releases, and “No Time,” featuring celebrated Ghanaian singer Efya. Originally released in 2019, “No Time” remains a favourite among his longtime listeners.
For fans who have followed Jay Cliff’s journey from the beginning, the collection offers an opportunity to revisit songs that have defined different stages of his artistry. It also introduces new listeners to his sound, songwriting and approach to music.
Hailing from Accra, Jay Cliff has developed a distinctive musical identity influenced by R&B, contemporary R&B, Alté and Afrobeats. His sound is characterised by intimate songwriting and honest storytelling, with themes centred on love, identity, personal growth and the emotional complexities of everyday life.
He began attracting attention in 2019 with his project Alte Cruise to a Happy Place, alongside his collaboration with Efya. He continued to expand his catalogue in 2020 with Twelve2Five and “Crossfaded,” featuring $pacely and Whoisakin.
His growing profile also earned him a feature in The NATIVE’s Fresh Meat round-up, which spotlights promising new artistes.
In 2021, Jay Cliff released Red Wine Conversations, a six-track EP featuring collaborations with Efya, TÖME, Ayüü, $pacely and Kaygee ADN. The project has since accumulated more than 190,000 streams on Spotify, while “Chargie,” featuring TÖME, has recorded over 100,000 plays on Apple Music.
Beyond Ghana, Jay Cliff has gradually expanded his international audience, attracting listeners from the United States, Nigeria, the United Kingdom and Canada. His music has recorded more than 375,000 lifetime plays on Apple Music, reflecting the growing reach of an artiste whose musical identity is rooted in Accra’s alternative music scene but extends beyond the country.
Away from music, Jay Cliff has also shared insights into his creative process, personal development and mental health during an appearance on the We Move Podcast. His willingness to engage with these subjects reflects the introspective qualities that continue to influence his songwriting and artistic expression.
With Best of Jay Cliff (Hours), the singer-songwriter revisits an important chapter of his career while reconnecting with the listeners who have been part of his journey. The collection celebrates the music that has brought him this far while giving a new audience an opportunity to discover the records and stories behind his artistry.
As he looks towards the next phase of his musical journey, one thing remains clear: the Hours story is far from over, and Jay Cliff has more music to share.
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