Friday, November 13, 2009

NIGERIAN MUSIC XVI: SIJI

Siji is a Nigerian musician now based in the U.S. Like every good Nigerian child, he completed a Masters degree in Engineering Product Design and then, began making and releasing his music.

Here is his song, "Yearning For Home". As one who thinks of 'home' on a daily basis and yearns to return, even if for a visit, I appreciate this song greatly. There are many references to Nigeria, Nigerian music - Afrobeat, and Yoruba culture (can you spot the ayo game?). The video is tastefully made and has a neo-afrobeat/soul/Brazilian feel to it.

Enjoy




Thanks to Mr Starks at World Famous Naija Blog for introducing me to this wonderful Nigerian artist.


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My World said...

I wud love to check out this video......
thanks for sharing,SSD!

NaijaBabe said...

Amazing...reminds me of some songs on 'A twist of Marley' a jazz version of Bob Marley's songs and Lagbaja.

This is music.

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