In one intoxicating appraisal of his mother’s creative influence, Mos Def’s Umi Says heels, feels and unifies. This soulful, blue track is a testimony to what hip hop can be at its best: contemplative, intimate and visionary. With lyrics like ‘Shine your light for the world to see’, Mos sings of freedom, solace and hope.
Mos Def – Umi says (Rawkus, 1999)
Buy on MTV or sample (in lower quality) on zshare.
Dig deeper:
- Check out Zero7’s mesmerizing remix
- Read Cameron Patterson’s paper ‘Composing Freedom‘ (in the comments section)
Ik kende de remix van Zero7 niet, maar vind het origineel toch nog beter !