ESSIAN CHRISTIE - VINYL ONE UNDERSTANDING [VINYL]

Popis - ONE UNDERSTANDING [VINYL]:
Nigeria's "First Lady of Song" , Christiana Uduak Essien-Igbokwe was born in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria in 1960. In the mid-'70s she started singing professionally at a relatively early age in the music clubs of Aba. Extensive TV work soon followed and in 1977 she launched her professional music career with the album 'Freedom'. Her fourth album 'One Understanding' was signed by Afrodisia and released in 1979. 'One Understanding' was produced by Pal Akalonu. It is an infectious mix of Afroboogie ('What Love Is About', 'Mind Your Biz'), swinging Afro groove ('You Can't Change A Man'), smooth Afro soul ('Take Life Easy'), reggae tinged grooves ('I'll Be Your Man', 'Respect Your Man') and -of course- one smooth ballad, 'Understanding'. Christy's lyrics show a depth of understanding and wisdom way beyond her 19 years (at the time).