How Stromae’s Dance-Pop Hit ‘Papaoutai’ Influenced the Afro Soul Track

Afro Soul AI’s “Papaoutai” went viral this year and was produced by digital artists Chill77, Unjaps, and mikeeysmind. The song gained popularity because it created a soulful Afro-soul version of Stromae’s 2013 dance-pop hit. Many people resonated with the track due to its slow tempo, combined with orchestral layers and war drums, which showed the emotional impact of the lyrics. Some TikTok users said it reminded them of The Lion King, and most used the track during IShowSpeed’s tour in Africa. While this track is gaining a lot of attention, it shouldn’t overshadow Stromae’s original dance-pop hit “Papaoutai,” released in 2013. But before diving deeper, it’s important to know who Stromae is.

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