
Oumou at 42 is the new Miriam Makeba -- Damola Awoyokun
For me, the lyrics are more important than the melody. I write almost all my own words. I also perform the classics of Malian tradition. I draw a lot of inspiration from what happens in society. As soon as I see or feel something, I write it down. I say what I want, and what I think, because I am a free woman. I believe that my music has had an impact on the life of African women. It’s true that when I sing it’s joyful but in amongst that joy I always take the opportunity to slip in messages that educate my nation. -- Oumou Sangaré









