OBEDUN (Sweet SOUP)

by Bukky Leo

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Inspired by his cultural background Bukky goes in search of the cuisine traditions of his mother land Nigeria. He sings praises of his favourite bites of the land. Sang in his native dialect Yoruba language. Mixed by Orlando Voorn who captured the spiritual essence by articulating the track's dance accessibility. The track is the anticipation of Bukky's forth coming album OBEDUN.

Bukky Leo is a saxophonist who was discovered by Tony Allen while practicing in Lagos. He went on to play with Fela Kuti before pursuing his own unique blend of jazz and afrobeat. In the 1980s, Bukky moved back to London and became a pioneer of the acid jazz scene. He formed the band Black Egypt, which gained recognition as one of the most important afro-beat groups outside Nigeria. Bukky Leo's legacy as a trailblazer for afro-jazz and acid jazz has left a lasting impact on the Nigerian and global music scenes. His unique sound and blend of genres have influenced a wide range of artists, from Nigerian afro-beat legend Femi Kuti to contemporary jazz musicians such as Kamasi Washington. Today, Bukky continues to tour and collaborate with other artists, and his contribution to the music industry remains significant and enduring. 'World-class saxophonist and protege of Tony Allen and Fela Kuti, Bukky Leo and Black Egypt can seen doing a William Onyeabor live at the Jazz Cafe Camden Town on the 10th of January 2024

lyrics

-African Foun Soup is Sweet / Traditionally eaten with bare hands. No
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cutlery required.od Obedun
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Amala (Cassava) is what we're gonna eat.
Iyan (Pounded Yam) is so sweet
Give me a hand full of food portion (okele) Please feed me with some soup. Please give me some, Please feed me with it. Please feed me with it, please give grounded beans (akara) a hand moulded portion is waht we're going to eat oooo.
Is what we're going to eat ooo
Is what w're going to eat oo.
Is what we're going to eat ooo
Is what we're going to eat 000
Is what we;re going to eat ooo
The soup is sweet Sweet sweet sweet
The soup is sweet sweet sweet sweet
The soup is sweet sweet sweet sweet