A soft, uplifting anthem that blends African rhythm and Latin folk sway with the intimacy of Contemporary R&B. Gentle percussion, warm harmonies, and a flowing, confessional delivery create a quiet space for strength to rise. Hints of Pop Rap give the verses a grounded, modern edge, while airy choruses and instrumental breaks invite reflection. Built for still moments, healing walks, and steady hope.

[LYRICS]

Feet find da ground, we go
Sun warm, da sky still glow
Step light, but heart beat strong
Carry mi soul along
Wind hum a soft refrain
We rise through joy an’ pain
Night fade, a brighter day
Lead mi, I find da way

Light shine on mi, mi rise
No shadow hold mi skies
Heart burn like steady flame
Each step, I call mi name
Chain break, mi spirit free
New road belong to mi
Rain fall, it wash mi clear
Mi voice, the world can hear

Eyes wide to see da sign
Mi hands reach, the world is mine
Drum beat inside mi chest
Guide mi to place of rest
Gold in da morning rain
Hope grow from every grain
Storm come, but mi still sway
Faith strong, mi find da way

We walk till sun go down
We still, we hear da sound
Of earth, of sky, of sea
It call, it set we free
Night come, we still gon’ glow
Our light, the whole world know
From deep, the spirit say
Walk on, you find da way

Light shine on mi, mi rise
No shadow hold mi skies
Heart burn like steady flame
Each step, I call mi name
Chain break, mi spirit free
New road belong to mi
Rain fall, it wash mi clear
Mi voice, the world can hear

Light Shine On Mi – An Anthem for Quiet Strength, Blending African & Latin Folk with R&B Flow

I’ve always lived at the crossroads of music and poetry — where feeling becomes form, and melody turns memory into meaning. Whether it’s a lingering jazz note, a well-placed rhyme, or a shift in tempo that tells a deeper story, I’m drawn to that quiet magic where art reflects life with a little more style.

My roots are in classic music — the kind that doesn’t chase the moment but lingers with you long after the last note. Over time, that love expanded into poetry writing and jazz — especially the kind that swings, speaks, and smirks all at once. Jazz, to me, isn’t just a genre; it’s a personality. A conversation. A little tilt of the head and a grin that knows more than it says.

When I set out to create an album, it’s rarely just a collection of songs. I approach it like a personal playlist — one that drifts and flows as if the entire tracklist were one long, uninterrupted piece. Each track leans into the next, shifting mood, pace, or voice, but always carrying the same thread of feeling. I want you to listen the way I do — not as a shuffle of moments, but as a cinematic arc. One breath that lasts an hour.

Lyrically, my work is rooted in lived experience. Sometimes it’s obvious. Other times it’s just the skeleton of a memory, dressed up in wit, irony, or longing. I draw from real-life events, then let the poet in me twist, stretch, or sweeten them to taste. Depending on the tone of the album — playful, romantic, nostalgic, or something in between — I try to keep the emotional truth intact while giving it a fresh coat of creativity. A little humor where it fits. A deeper dive where it hurts.

My newest jazz album continues this tradition — short-lined swing tracks, conversational duets, and tongue-in-cheek storytelling. It’s an homage to late-night alleyway ballads, rooftop serenades, and train station goodbyes — all bound together with a sense of charm and cohesion. Each song is its own little scene, but together they tell a story — one you can revisit with each replay.

Thanks for stopping by my profile. I hope you find something that earns a spot on your repeat-play list — a melody, a lyric, or a moment that feels like it was written just for you.

New tracks tagged #African-Folk