Jain - Makeba

Music Appreciation

"Makeba" is a track by French singer-songwriter Jain, initially released on November 6, 2015. However, its popularity surged thanks to TikTok and Instagram reels.

The song pays homage to Miriam Makeba, a renowned South African civil rights activist and singer-songwriter known as "Mama Africa" for her efforts in promoting African music and culture during the 1960s and 1970s.

Directed by Greg & Lio, the music video boasts a captivating blend of visual graphics, vibrant hues, and poignant political imagery captured in South Africa. Notably, a clip in the music video draws inspiration from Norman Rockwell's iconic painting depicting a black girl's journey to school, titled "The Problem We All Live With." Recognizing its artistic merit, the music video earned a nomination for the Grammy Award for Best Music Video.

Sources:

Wikipedia

https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-culture/makeba-song-viral-instagram-reels-woman-8751782/

https://www.songfacts.com/facts/jain/makeba

https://www.lesinrocks.com/musique/qui-sont-greg-lio-les-nouvelles-stars-du-clip-francais-136852-16-02-2018/

https://youtu.be/2_esa2vDDiA