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| Timi Dakolo |
Great songs are not just assumed to be great. They possess some features which stand them out of the crowd. This write up is based on the review of 'Iyawo Mi' written and performed by Timi Dakolo and produced by Cobhams Asuquo.
In this review, I am going to cover the features that make the song a masterpiece; the intro, melody, vocals, instrumental arrangement and the outro. After that, I will highlight the lessons which songwritters, upcoming musicians, music arrangers and producers can learn from this music.
Intro
'Iyawo Mi' by Timi Dakolo begins with an eight-measure exciting instrumental Intro which subtly reveals the melody of the Chorus of the song.
Melody
The Melody of the song is interesting. Melody of each section (verse, chorus and coda) of the song is unique. Another thing that makes the melody of the song strong is that the highest note of the melody is hit in the chorus.
Vocals
The singer's voice is very expressive. He expresses his feeling through his vocal. It could also be said that the singer lives in the song because his voice triggers the emotion of the listeners.
Lyrics
The Lyrics of the song is original and meaningful as all the sections build up to the title of the song and it is universal. That is, anyone can relate to it.
Instrumental Arrangement
The instrumental arrangement of this music is accomplished as it creates interest throughout. The relationship between the vocal and instrumental accompaniment is 'Contrapuntal'. In other words, the melody of the instrumental is independent but complements that of the vocals and there is dialogue between the vocals and instrumental accompaniment.
Coda
'Iyawo Mi' by Timi Dakolo is rounded off with a Coda (outro) which brings something new to the music in terms of chord progression and style. It is based on 'I, vi, ii, V' chord progression, which contrasts what the listeners have heard in the preceding sections.
Lessons to be Learnt from 'Iyawo Mi' by Timi Dakolo
- It is good to craft the 'Intro' from a section of the song you are working on. This will create unity in your work.
- Melody of each section of your work should be different. This will create contrast.
- Express the meaning of your song emotionally through your vocal.
Get the lyrics of 'Iyawo Mi' here
1 comments:
Good analysis!
Not the extensive and 'boring' academic one.
good job sir
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