Kellz’ Music Playlist

I am an 80s baby, who grew up to the music of Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Prince and Madonna. In the 90s, the next big names were Mariah Carey and R. Kelly. Kelly’s was the sound of a generation whose impact was undeniable. The everyday man on the Nigerian street knew him and his songs. They believed they could fly and touch the sky. It was a song of hope which gave meaning in moments of gloom and depression. It energized and provided a cathartic release from trauma in a traumatized world. It was the song of an equally traumatized man who as a child had been subjected to sexual abuse by his family member.

Unfortunately, having failed to cultivate a sense of self awareness which inspires inner work and self-transformation, the abused became an abuser. This is why I understand because the earth exists in a traumatized state. Women, men and children are born into a traumatized state from day one. And our traumatizer is the patriarchy! As one who has also dealt with a fair share of trauma, I refuse to be caught maligning another traumatized individual. Consequently, I share in this post his best songs. Enjoy!