Openly electing intention and integrity over a simple desire to make noise, Kokou Kah leads with thoughtful, poetic lyricism, and a delicate, reflective manner of sound-play throughout this immersive, heartfelt new single.
Introducing a mellow, jazz-cafe-esque pace and sense of calm, Sonshine follows the gentle strum of a guitar, a lightly trip-hop-inspired beat, and an equally calming vocal line that proceeds to speak honestly and without apology on a journey through struggle towards success.
Always a sense of optimism lingers, both musically and lyrically, but it’s never without a crucial level of realism that cuts deep.
Kah’s verses captivate more intensely with each few bars, and in every case the minimalism of that hook, this concept of Sonshine, the nostalgia and family reference, the love, resolves and satisfies in a beautiful way. Furthermore, the lyrics have a clear level of depth, even vulnerability to them, and the very tone of Kah’s voice reinforces this purity and realness.
Beautifully crafted and performed, a minimalist yet inspiring, natural outpouring of poetry and personal drive.
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