Sankofa
Cassandra Wilson · Blue Light 'Til Dawn [1993]
My soul is soon to follow you, back to yesterdays moon
will it remember me?
Back to yesterdays sun, It will rekindle me
Rekindle the spirit into tomorrow and high on the wind
Sankofa flys again and again
Oh Sankofa, high on the Heavens you soar
My soul is soon to follow you, back to yesterdays moon
will it remember me?
Back to yesterdays sun, It will rekindle me
Rekindle the spirit into tomorrow and high on the wind
Sankofa flys again and again
Oh Sankofa, high on the Heavens you soar
My soul is soon to follow you, back to yesterdays moon
will it remember me?
Back to yesterdays sun, It will rekindle me
Rekindle the spirit into tomorrow and high on the wind
Sankofa flys again and again
Sankofa - Cassandra Wilson
Cassandra Wilson's 'Sankofa' stands as a defining track from her 1993 album *Blue Light 'Til Dawn*, blending jazz improvisation with deep roots in African American musical tradition. The song's title references the Akan proverb 'go get it back,' symbolizing the importance of learning from the past to inform the present. Wilson delivers a soulful, rhythmic performance that honors the legacy of artists like Nina Simone and Mahalia Jackson while establishing her own distinct voice. Recorded during a pivotal era for neo-soul and jazz fusion, the track exemplifies her ability to weave complex harmonies with accessible, emotive storytelling. It remains a cornerstone of her discography, celebrated for its authentic sound and enduring appeal within the jazz and soul communities.