Erykah Badu - Afro Blue

[@Suri-o7w]

Before Miss Badu was a singer she was a school teacher teaching our young children's you can just she is very intelligent & extremely bright wow I am absolutely memorized & speechless all the same time wow! I am so very proud of you Miss Badu and every blessed things you've accomplished with your life here in planet earth in such a short time . Sincerely your loyal fan!

[@yaazzyy8410]

this was beautiful said. I was thinking the same she is the most beautiful soul on earth.

[@hankaul6256]

❤

[@nhollowayiii]

This girl manifests her own world, and it's luscious.

[@TheKingpin10x]

Amen

[@nathanielperryvoice]

So perfectly said!!!!!!

[@DannyYsraelRodriguezLozada]

O se

[@eclharris]

She aint no girl. She's full-fledged woman

[@Marcus_C51]

It is such a treasured gift to experience that world...yesss...wonderfully put.

[@zampide]

By the 1950s, Afro-Cuban music powered many jazz hits like "Afro Blue," composed by great Cuban percussionist Mongo Santamaría, became the first true jazz standard built on a 3:2 clave pattern. The music became increasingly mainstream, and eventually non-Cuban musicians ran with the form... and continue 70y after.

[@pump1180]

Don’t let the Americans hear this. They hate it when other people say different cultures influenced their music. 😂

[@cjtheclaimed6757]

Thank you for the info. For realm as a half cuban hearing this really makes me proud. I gotta learn more of my roots

[@giadagiaguaro]

It's a BEMBE' rhythm in 6/8. Ubep

[@yaazzyy8410]

I'll be 100yrs young , and still be jammin to her music! 🌬🙌🏾🌟✌🏾

[@application57]

GOD IS SO GOOD YOU KNOWW!!

[@pow9606]

Good is not a constant.

[@ZenAscent]

This Robert Glasper album is just extraordinary from beginning to end ..this along with the Lalah Hathaway track are my favorite's..oh yea and his rendition of "smells like teen spirit" is also a favorite.

[@StiechesGerman]

Robert Glasper ft Erykah Badu The best! Black Radio Experiment is the name of album, so high! :D

[@KSmall109CAB]

Abby Lincoln, Roscoe Brown, Mongo Santamaria, Tito Puente, and John Coltrane are all in heaven smiling down on Erykah Badu for introducing this jazz classic to the 21st century generation.

[@kendralynette3289]

KSmall109CAB Yeah I got the news Annd just ofund out too.

[@kendralynette3289]

+Kendra Lynette What a beautiful genre??? Things that make you go hummmh? A what some would refer to as a ten dollar word would make some think that the a had a real intellect on there hands.

[@411jrandall]

+Kendra Lynette St 88 irritability I f I Paul. . the other side 88888

[@RteeAlvarez]

Yasin BMT it's just a nice jester.

[@RteeAlvarez]

***** calm down just teasing😀

[@TMBuxton]

Jazz and hip-hop joining forces for the win. With Erykah's vocals putting everything over the top as usual.

[@KuttyJoe]

This one was the gateway drug for me to Robert Glasper.

[@cubedcommunities_mn3242]

+KuttyJoe Best gateway ever!

[@MrMitchell12996]

Same ! Haven't looked back since.

[@lauragwillim1055]

Glasper and Badu are a match made in heaven. I found Glasper on Pandora on my jazz station

[@Mimidjackson]

Laura Gwillim went to his concert last year...it was like chillin' in heaven with a glass of wine temporarily.

[@rickysandwich]

Same! First heard this on a flight from the west coast to NYC. Loved it ever since.

[@kimmykiddO]

She is magical if Mother Nature had a voice

[@NaturalDivineGoddess]

Quarantine with Erykah Badu ANYONE?? 🎧 🆗️

[@alexsessoms6507]

Just a beautiful song 🎵

[@anakin.2956]

Robert Glasper's Black Radio album, to this day is still one of my all time albums. He blends Neo-Soul and Jazz so perfectly. Every song on this album is gem!!

[@KaregaAni]

Peace y'all. Karega Ani here. I am one of the co-producers of this track. Amp will always be one of the most soulful individuals who ever walked the earth...I am grateful to have sat at his feet...I am grateful to have called him my friend. Rule in Power, Dear Brother #CampAmp

[@OlayDeGenius20]

Just now finding this gem in 2021 and I am speechless

[@lesliemiros6743]

Neo Soul music pioneer Erykah Badu.

[@truthspeaks84]

My theme song for black excellence and afro-futurism.

[@truthspeaks84]

Says the guy whose last name is "Oxenfire," smdh. Go back to your cave.

[@jdloom1468]

aahahahh

[@nicholek8534]

ASE

[@ivx8345]

May she give you afro-americans more power to process the past. Music = love

[@yvettejones4249]

I can listen to this allllll day as I clean house, paint and draw.

[@myrontaylor5310]

#same lol

[@KevyKev101]

Eryka is just as beautiful as this song! SO gorgeous in every way shape and form with a voice given to her from GOD!

[@mikepostdrums]

Just look at her.. she's something different. Beautiful, beautiful human.

[@iaraoliveira2369]

LYRICS: Dream of a land my soul is from I hear a hand stroke on the drum Shades of delight Cocoa hue Rich as the night Afro blue Elegant boy Beautiful girl Dancing for joy Delicate whirl Shades of delight Cocoa hue Rich as the night Afro blue Two young lovers dance face to face With undulating grace They gently sway Then slip away To some secluded place Dream of a land my soul is from I hear a hand stroke on the drum Shades of delight Cocoa hue Rich as the night Afro blue Elegant boy Beautiful girl…

[@hazelharris1090]

Beautiful!

[@SpencerMusicSchool]

Love Erykah. You can hear the roots of Billie Holiday in her singing and interpretation. Smooth and I love the bass line.

[@LeighStClair]

I swear she's Billie spirit reincarnated

[@simoneleone]

Whoever put this together should be given an award. So beautifully done. Thank you.

[@sharondalewis1620]

I had the DVD of Dave Chappelle's Block Party, when Erykah took off that afro wig cause it was too windy out and kept on singing like it was nothing lol ...she dgaf and I love it

[@donovandunlap8560]

She is amazing. Wouldn't be surprised if she was from a different dimension - planet soul...or something.

[@deaveonjohnson9898]

Donovan Dunlap she a woke black women ....brother its in you to.... #remember who you are

[@richardworth350]

She's from the same planet(s) as Sun Ra, Jimi, Miles, Coltrane and George Clinton

[@jaywu_chakra9919]

Where I'm trying to get to. Just waiting on the Mother Ship.

[@mr.bungle8690]

She is like Hendrix, George Clinton and the mothership she is not human she is from another galaxy and came into our planet to deliver us great music

[@TheKoolaidekidd]

We are all from the same place, and it is called the source. She just happens to be consciously aware of it.

[@nhollowayiii]

Your comment about the little black girls catching hell resonated with me big time. When I see our little black sweeties running around happy, innocent, and hopeful, I feel for them growing up in the American culture where most think that white is the only right and that anything black is sub-par. I think that many of us could use a paradigm shift in order to move ahead of the war on our minds.

[@nstruebluey39]

I don’t think Erykah made any “bad” songs. This is soothing 💙💙💙💙💙

[@therenaissance1613]

Miss Badu you will never know how many times you have uplifted my soul.

[@BriaLarine]

WHY IS THIS MY FIRST TIME HEARING THIS? THIS IS BEAUTIFUL

[@cubedcommunities_mn3242]

+Bria Larine (Bria Larine) Glad you finally heard it! I've got this in my car, heard it a thousand times lol.

[@cubedcommunities_mn3242]

+Bria Larine (Bria Larine) Have the heard the album?? Robert Glasper Experiment Black Radio 1 & 2 has Erykah, but 1 has Afro Blue for the second track.

[@KSmall109CAB]

Mongo Santamaria, a Black Cuban, wrote the music to Afro-Blue in the mid or late 1950s. Oscar Brown added lyrics. I had vinyl versions of this song that were performed by Mongo Santamaria, McCoy Tyner, John Coltrane, and Oscar Brown, among others. Max Roach also recorded a version of Afro Blue with Abbey Lincoln.

[@cubedcommunities_mn3242]

How cool!!

[@DK1Diva]

There is another version and it's sexy too

[@AzarelNeriya]

"Dream of a land my soul is from" 😢💙💙

[@djwsam575]

Shalom mon frere💙💙💙💛💛💛🔯🔯🔯et bon shabbat

[@humanofacturado7266]

[Verse] Dream of a land, my soul is from I hear a hand, stroke on a drum Shades of delight, cocoa hue Rich as the night, afro blue Elegant boy, beautiful girl Dancing for joy, delicate whirl Shades of delight cocoa hue Rich as the night, afro blue [Hook] Two lovers dance face to face with undulating grace They gently sway then slip away to some secluded place Shades of delight cocoa hue Rich as the night, afro blue [Verse] Dream of a land, my soul is from I hear a hand, stroke on a drum Shades of delight, cocoa hue Rich as the night, afro blue Elegant boy, beautiful girl Dancing for joy, delicate whirl Shades of delight cocoa hue Rich as the night, afro blue [Hook] Two lovers dance face to face with undulating grace They gently sway then slip away to some secluded place Shades of delight cocoa hue Rich as the night, afro blue

[@gregoryburton1241]

If you've ever seen her in concert, this woman is as, JJ from Good times would say, an ARTIST! She runs the show.

[@natashadowns1363]

I always love you Erykah Badu You taught me from a young women how to appreciate who I am Thank God for you and so many

[@darealbrudyguc]

"DREAM OF A LAND MY SOUL IS FROM" that should get your attention!

[@lovegoddess3912]

Brandie Gray 💙one of the best lines ever...thanks for pointing it out.

[@UprightBassist]

Brandie Gray lyrics are added by Oscar Brown, in case you wondered, to Afro Blue, a Jazz classic from Mongo Santamaria, an Afro Cuban.

[@purplebubblea7729]

sometimes that line just pumps up in my head. deep meaning

[@yolondaowens4156]

Nicole Grey #EXACTLY

[@sasto65]

Light, soulful and soothing. Loving this!

[@samuelhawthorne8137]

Tina Jones don't listen to him or her ....they are hating Lol. this world has become insane.

[@thehumungus9950]

samuel hawthorne speak.

[@slimdudeDJC]

You're so right, Miss Pretty!! Badu-ism! ♥

[@cherrieschannel7594]

Love n Live however you please Tina Jones🤘💜✌

[@hyperwolf9056]

1112132

[@badgalnicho]

just in this moment, I think this is the most beautiful song in the universe

[@paulhayle9645]

Never get tired in playing this tune it's such a beautiful song ☺️🙏

[@DavidCamberos]

She made this song with Robert Glasper! Truly amazing. Erykah is a legend.

[@skineyemin4276]

She and Robert Glasper re-rarranged this composition by the great Afro-Cuban Latin jazz percussionist and congero, Mongo Santamaría. Do some homework and find out from whom and where the origins this music were born

[@DeeFly813]

I feel peace in my inner soul listening to her voice

[@edjensen3293]

LOVE ❤️ Erykah/Robert Glasper cover of this tune, also ❤️ that Erykah is rocking the Black Panther Party button... ✊️

[@AQUISCES19]

Great tribute vid to my girl Erykah! The collab/collab with Rob Glasper is jazz fusion perfection! Gammy worthy effort mos def!

[@scheetjepoweetje]

Robert glasper killing it

[@marvinhagler4721]

Heard this song MANY ways..this waaaaaaay to the left...LOVIN THIS..

[@frazermcewen7252]

Yeah you on it miss Americabadu .. what s beautiful soul you are angel. 🙏❤️❤️❤️🌈☮️🌈👌🙏

[@utbr01]

She really is reminiscent of Diana Ross w/her hair that wavy fro-way! Peace & love, thank the creator for Erykah She's such a force

[@OctoberLibra1]

I think Erykah should go back to this type of music, the music we fell in love with. She is such a talent and a consumate performer no doubt. I know it's hard sometimes to stay true to the music you love to do because of the industry being so evil, but I've always thought that Erykahs talents were so artistically proven that she would never let the industry steer her away from the kind of music that brought her fans so much joy.

[@middymizzle305]

heard this for the 1st time today on a jazz radio station......hooked

[@raynugen3826]

Some of the greatest names in jazz did this song, but this ultracool, afro american rhythmic take is by far my favourite...pulls the melancholy out of the composition and matures it beautifully.

[@sowndwayv]

2019...still groovin' 2 this!

[@mysticric4257]

just beautiful all over.

[@idiosinkrazijske.rutine]

kakva likusa, obozavam je, ovu traku sam izvrteo ne znam koliko puta :)

[@hankaul6256]

This is the best thing I’ve heard or seen in my life

[@1234IZM]

The title, Afro Blue, a jazz classic, plus Erykah Badu's voice and creativity, made me want to listen to this

[@acesoul1689]

She is so beautiful and her music always touch my soul in a spiritual happy way💯💯💯💯💯🎧❤🎵🎶

[@sunshine6994]

Love you March 2 2013..Afro BLue

[@GhostMFK-JHB]

2019 and this song still brings me back to that same moment!!

[@libra_Shawnay]

WORD! absolutely dope. We need another RG classic.

[@ayotalsamoth6867]

Come through sista soul and the blue love it Erykah

[@ElexisTx]

i forgot how much i love this song

[@thisisokmusic3721]

What a voice, what a music soooo lovely 🥰

[@ip3043]

Beautiful voice, beautiful soulness and beautiful hair

[@fifty8p29]

the feel of the video is almost mystical in a nostalgia type of way💯🎬📽

[@Msdifferentbeat12]

This is so true brotha... I have been loced (Dreads) for 13 years and each year I celebrate my freedom from opression... hair opression... #Free and now I must pass the torch to every young sista I meet... set yourself free... # Natural

[@lowtech5380]

Mellow, fluid, unctuous. One of my favorites.

[@annalaw4684]

I'm loving. enjoying this 60s/70s vibe of Erykah. What a lovely, sweet, smooth sound!!!!!!

[@MsTexas73]

Dope cover of a classic. Hope this inspires folks to go back and listen to other versions as well as other classics.

[@KSmall109CAB]

Abby Lincoln is in heaven smiling at Erykah. So are Mongo Santamaria, Max Roach,Oscar Brown, Jr. and John Coltrane. Erykah's singing reminds me of Miles Davis from mid 1950s; she makes good use of space in her music. Not as intense as Coltrane's "Live At Birdland" version, but definitely memorable.

[@kenmeyer6786]

KSmall, if you haven’t heard it yet check out out Erykah and Robert Glasper’s reimagining of Miles’ song Maiysha. An absolute gem.

[@KSmall109CAB]

@@kenmeyer6786 Thanks!

[@FISHMUSIC4U]

Heaven sent, angel voice: mellowing w/that hot beat: Ms. Baduuuuuu!

[@HarmonyElla1]

This is beautiful and serene.......I can't wait to sing this. Beautiful!!!! The words.......

[@dalstonjazz]

Best singing, best arrangement, best recording of this one.

[@joceli1964]

ADORO.. ACHO SUPER BOM..

[@hearts8484]

What a beautiful tune. I've never heard this kind of peculiar mood.

[@koejoe]

Everything about this video is incredible.

[@angelojazz100]

Very nicely edited video! Erykah has such a beautiful voice and great cover by Robert Glasper!!

[@richardharris7934]

Such an awesome talent. Passion flows through her voice.!!!!!!!!

[@millicentcunningham1863]

Thanks to whoever compiled this lovely vid of my fave artist. Erykah's voice is like honey. I can't get enough of it. Her mixtape drops next weekend, go cop it! Robert Glasper is an amazing producer. ❤️ this collab.

[@millicentcunningham1863]

+17sunnyhour I ❤️ anything with Erykah and I remember her on some joint with Busta back n the day. Have to listen again to maker sure it's the one you're talking about. She's my fave and idol. Make sure you check out the Soul Train Awards toma night bc she's hosting. BET/Centric 8/7c. Peace and light!

[@marcology1069]

Millicent Cunningham

[@paularslanian3790]

really a wonderful video!

[@sitarnut]

Always think she has that Nancy Wilson edge to her voice....which I love.

[@danaulij-sihkurbroadwater3090]

My 1st time hearing this... LOVE THIS!

[@davidj5910]

my favorite Badu track ever! Waiting for Vol 3

[@coffeebeanlove]

I really like this compilation of video images. Thank you.

[@Tatacchan]

What is this style of music? It's divine, literally a piece of paradise. Please somebody enlighten me

[@JungleYT]

One of my favorites by the Queen...

[@Capius1272]

Nice tribute to one of the most underrated ARTIST in the game. She shouldn't just have a cult following. But I dig she prefers that over the bullshit the music industry spews! She is not only the owner of a beautiful vocal style she is a VOICE! Love you Mrs. or Ms. or Miss Badu!

[@sassulusmagnus]

Great track. Love the way the band frames her vocal without getting in the way. That's a wonderful warm bass sound, very 70's.

[@JosePuchadescartagines]

eige , ful .sensacional extremadamente esquisito , un lujo escuchar puro deleite enbriagadodor

[@nakyra_thats_me4106]

I went to one of his jazz concerts it was so fun he is a great person (Robert )

[@1955drv]

Love the flavor with this beautiful composition 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@_gypsymelodies_]

Badu is a legend in the game!🖤

[@rafaeljoserorato6966]

Gorgeous! Ragards from Brazil!

[@jer3l]

this song used to play at my old job all the time. it really surprised me because the rest of the music playlist was trash

[@ollypowell]

The bass is so fat its like barry white humming...

[@oreokubs4561]

lmao true

[@Superstarseven]

I'm gonna steal that

[@BrittleSun]

I wonder how they do it. It's sublime.

[@estebanb7166]

BrittleSun It sounds great. A little bit of chorus on bass really thickens it up. Just a tip if you're into recording

[@sunnymarie2060]

😄😄😄

[@camilalima9797]

Meu deus, como é possível amar tanto uma música? Essa mulher é maravilhosaaaa

[@bernios3446]

This puts mainstream pop to shame. Like music from a higher universe :-)

[@SaAmDesigns]

Exactly...absolute accidental find...never heard this but new of the original "Afro Blue!"

[@khemetianbeatz]

So uplifting and melodic. As The Roots titled their track its HYPNODIC.

[@barceloning]

Beautiful...real music.

[@fleurjoelle4074]

I listen to coco blue everyday I just loooooooovvve it!

[@joansamanthagavrel5218]

just a pleasure for my ears...... exceptionnal!

[@greginnyc7546]

Simply WONDERFUL.

[@shanenfrost2250]

Abbey Lincoln would be proud! This is the best version of Afro blue I have ever heard!

[@Msdifferentbeat12]

Me too! been down with her music since middle school... helped me find myself!

[@MsAquagurl]

this comment comes from a beautiful mind. I loved your reply.