A personal message from K'naan
Hey folks.
I wanna start by saying thanks to all of those who
have shared with me, in person or online, how much
you've been moved by my music. This great response
is encouraging. You must understand that a lot of artist these
days are losing motivation. I know intimately, many would-be
great artists who are being shackled by the business of music
today. Sales are low across the board, because most people
are not really interested in buying music. I had a theory for a long
time that, this is because a lot of the music being made today isn't
worth people's money anyway. But when an artist steps outside
the box, and puts his heart and soul into their music, ignoring all the
voices hoping he would stray, the weight of suspicion is greater than
you can imagine. A lot of people out there would like for me to succeed.
But there are quite a few also, who would rather say "I told you so".
"Listen K'naan" they would say... "You can't make genre-hopping music
with lyrics that actually have meaning and be successful". I've heard
this through out my entire musical life, even from people who wish me well.
But I could never lower myself to make music that I don't believe in. This is
why I made Troubadour, and there is a reason why I recorded it in Bob
Marley's home studio in Jamaica. You can now give the entire album a listen
on myspace. I'm very proud of it and I hope that it will mean something
to you for a long time to come. This tuesday, February 24th, the album
will be available on iTunes, music stores and all major on and offline
outlets. If you love it, I ask that you actually buy it. This is when supporting
real music becomes critical. Because the odds are way bigger than us.
Tell everyone you know also, because it's one thing to commend me for my
efforts and integrity, but it's another thing to help me continue to do it.
Thank you very much, and know that all the support is truly appreciated ya'll.
Let's celebrate, because Troubadour is here!
K'naan
I wanna start by saying thanks to all of those who
have shared with me, in person or online, how much
you've been moved by my music. This great response
is encouraging. You must understand that a lot of artist these
days are losing motivation. I know intimately, many would-be
great artists who are being shackled by the business of music
today. Sales are low across the board, because most people
are not really interested in buying music. I had a theory for a long
time that, this is because a lot of the music being made today isn't
worth people's money anyway. But when an artist steps outside
the box, and puts his heart and soul into their music, ignoring all the
voices hoping he would stray, the weight of suspicion is greater than
you can imagine. A lot of people out there would like for me to succeed.
But there are quite a few also, who would rather say "I told you so".
"Listen K'naan" they would say... "You can't make genre-hopping music
with lyrics that actually have meaning and be successful". I've heard
this through out my entire musical life, even from people who wish me well.
But I could never lower myself to make music that I don't believe in. This is
why I made Troubadour, and there is a reason why I recorded it in Bob
Marley's home studio in Jamaica. You can now give the entire album a listen
on myspace. I'm very proud of it and I hope that it will mean something
to you for a long time to come. This tuesday, February 24th, the album
will be available on iTunes, music stores and all major on and offline
outlets. If you love it, I ask that you actually buy it. This is when supporting
real music becomes critical. Because the odds are way bigger than us.
Tell everyone you know also, because it's one thing to commend me for my
efforts and integrity, but it's another thing to help me continue to do it.
Thank you very much, and know that all the support is truly appreciated ya'll.
Let's celebrate, because Troubadour is here!
K'naan
Comment
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Comment by Meg Rigden on September 5, 2010 at 2:18pm -
When I first heard "Wavin' Flag" it was on a CBC Radio ad and it was like a worm in the apple of my brain. I didn't know who sang it, I just knew I felt happy everytime I saw the ad (good marketing, huh?). Then I saw you on MTV's 4Real and I started to put it together... over time, I realized that it always seemed to your music that was on the radio when I was singing and dancing at work. Everytime I thought, "WOW, I really like this!" - it was you. And yes, I'm one of those awful people that doesn't really buy CD's anymore... but you HAVE to support anyone who can make you feel that good. I'll be taking them with me if I'm lucky enough to get to Jamaica as planned next month...
Also, thank you so much for talking about PTSD... I can't compare to what you've been through but am so thankful for your voice on it. I remind myself: if I'm hurting, it also means I'm not totally broken yet!
Thanks for your poetry and wearing your heart on your sleeve - I think most music fans appreciate what you're doing and we don't want you to stop!
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Comment by DREVOLUTIONARY on May 5, 2009 at 6:46am -
k'naan i just want to say that i apreciate your music your album has been one of those that i can just press play on. i enjoy all your songs its been three weeks since i stumbled across waving flag and i have been in a frenzy for all things k'naan every since your have become a huge influence on my music. and as long as you continue to put out that K'naan s*** im gonna cop it homie
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Comment by Layla on May 5, 2009 at 2:08am -
I found your music several months ago while searching through Damian Marley video's on youtube. It was the making of Sobaxx...after I watched and listened to all of your music that I could find, I bought your first album and was blown away!!! I think your music/message/knowledge is a breath of fresh air in the music world! I think that you have an amazing gift and it's so nice to have an artist who gives all of themselves and I for one appreciate it. I purchased Troubador as soon as it came out on iTunes and once again.....AMAZING!!
thank you for not "dumbing down" your art for people and keeping it real!
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Comment by Mike on April 20, 2009 at 5:15pm
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K'Naan awesome show at Rites of Spring on Friday Night...second time that I have seen you and can't wait for Rock The Bells keep bringing great rhymes/beats and awesome live shows.
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Comment by Peggy Rickman on April 18, 2009 at 2:01am
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Fantastic album beginning to end! First heard you on NPRs All Songs Considered SXSW live performance podcast and just had to find out more. My entire family loves your album, as well as my coworkers - ages 2 to 65. My husband stated it best, "K'naan makes you groove, laugh & cry within a few minutes. Just can't get over it." Thank you for pursuing your vision and I look forward to following and supporting your career. Thanks for you! Fantastic!
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Comment by Gina DiPaolo on April 13, 2009 at 2:06am
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Your music is soooo sweet and I can hear that Bob Marley influence. that simple soulful sweetness. That heartfelt life world wisdom!!! Thank you!!! My son loves it and it's so important for all of us to know, to feel, and to Love music!!!!!!!!! Hope your tour is GREAT!!!
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Comment by PHADZ on April 11, 2009 at 2:45pm
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im 18..n troubadour is actually da first album i have ever bought..nuff love 4 u knaan..xx
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Comment by Eleka Collins on April 8, 2009 at 2:34pm -
Never Heard Ur Music Till Today... It was suggested by an author... Gotta Tell U... I love This CD....hope U bring many more great albums this WAY!....LovePeace
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Comment by Mo Ibra Gutale on April 4, 2009 at 1:05pm
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K'NAAN, keep up the good work brother
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Comment by Adam Smith on March 31, 2009 at 8:46pm
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Thanks for stepping outside the rap/hip-hop box. I get tired of listening to songs that all sound the same and all have cheesy, cliched lyrics. Your music has truly inspired me and it has given me a glimpse of what life is like in Somalia. I also love the fact that your music skips between genres and refuses to stay in any one category. In my mind, if music can be classified in just one genre, it does not deserve to be listened to.
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