This is the successor to Angélique Kidjo's successful CD , who gave her an invitation to Parkpop in The Hague. The singer from Benin made use of musicians from her own country for this album, which gives the ten songs a more African atmosphere. Recordings were made in Benin by traditional musicians such as percussionists, flutists and backing singers; these were later mixed in Paris, among others.
It is also a journey back to the music of her youth, just listen to Sound Of The Drums and Welcome. The Afro-funk on this CD adorns Kidjo with indigenous gospel, Latin swing and voodoo sounds. The title track Fifa is about the love, peace and happiness she wishes for her child. In addition to the elements from African culture, such feelings are also an important theme on this album. The CD was dedicated to Na´ma (and all the children in the world); be on the song of the same name and . The hit-sensitive Wombo Lombo was released on a single. A special and recommendable CD!more
