Meklit - "Lefeqer Enegeza" (Official Audio)

Listen to Meklit’s “Lefeqer Enegeza,” from the album 'A Piece of Infinity.' The song is written in Amharic by legendary Ethiopian woman poet, theater artist, and trailblazing cultural leader Alemtsehay Wedajo with original music by Meklit.

About the song, Meklit writes:

"I was so thrilled to work with the Ethiopian cultural icon, poet, and director Alemtsehay Wedajo as the lyricist for this song. She has written lyrics for so many Ethiopian legends, and I was so humbly honored that she was so open to working together with me. More of the world needs to know about her!"

Song Credits -
Meklit: vocals
Kibrom Birhane: krar
Sam Bevan: upright bass

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A Piece of Infinity, the latest album by Meklit, is an invitation to think, to love, and to groove. Celebrating the rich musical traditions of Ethiopia, the Addis-born, San Francisco based vocalist, songwriter, and composer molds folk tunes from a multitude of communities and cultures throughout Ethiopia into jazz-inflected fantasies imbued with warmth and reverence. At its center is Meklit’s voice, which soars and whispers, intoning strength and devotion in Kambaata, Amharic, Oromo, and English. From songs of longing and love to children's riddles and original compositions, Meklit traverses expansive sonic ground that offers just a glimpse at the infinite complexity of Ethiopian culture. Featuring guest appearances by harpist Brandee Younger and flutist Camille Thurman and recorded at San Francisco’s Women’s Audio Mission.

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