Sankofa - Kayos2

9th Jan 2026 22:25 - 9 months ago
Tags :
Ethnic
6.99 MB
Has Lyrics
FL Studio
Description : Oli carries a family thread that reaches back to Africa and has always been drawn to the bright, kinetic pulse of Sungura. Out of that love grew the song Sankofa. The title comes from a Twi word from Ghana that calls us to retrieve wisdom from the past and use it to shape a wiser, kinder future. The track celebrates that spirit, weaving together the camaraderie and cultural richness shared across the African continent. O&K had lot's of fun producing that song :-)

Comments (28)

If you have time take a listen and give Kayos2 some feedback.

Gixxie
Gixxie 27th Sep 2026 11:27 - 1 week ago
We all come from Africa. and to further support this... if you could turn back time then all the continents would combine with Africa. Great track! It made me very happy!
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 27th Sep 2026 - 1 week ago
Thank you so much - we certainly made this track with joy and unity in mind ;) When I wrote the lyrics, I was heavily influenced by Lion King and Ladysmith Manzambo
Jwlickliter
Jwlickliter 23rd Jul 2026 21:01 - 2 months ago
Funny cause ethnic will be my next project. I was looking at some African loops and always reminds me of the lion king. Lol
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 24th Jul 2026 - 2 months ago
Lion King was in my mind with Ladysmith Manzambo when I wrote this one ;)
Energyraphi
Energyraphi 20th Jan 2026 14:15 - 8 months ago
Wow! Very beautiful song
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 20th Jan 2026 - 8 months ago
We have to confess, it is one of faves - full of heart - thank you for listening and stopping by ;)
Modnex
Modnex 18th Jan 2026 20:04 - 8 months ago
Wow, this is beautiful!!! A great Africa representation!!! You earned a heart. Keep up the wonderful work.
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 20th Jan 2026 - 8 months ago
That is a big compliment - we were trying to be as authentic as possible about the African culture -thank you ;)
CINCOCENT
CINCOCENT 18th Jan 2026 13:17 - 8 months ago
So its just u and oli? Youre in a band right? I think you do most of the singing huh? I think I have mightve said this before but wherever creates your sounds or your beats they do a wonderful job there a pro at their work.
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 18th Jan 2026 - 8 months ago
Thank you so much for your kind feedback, CC
Leo4455
Leo4455 18th Jan 2026 10:33 - 8 months ago
One of best from you my friend to me, very very good and pro track , wow , Vox awesome , best wishes )
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 18th Jan 2026 - 8 months ago
Thanks Leo - just did a listen on yours ;)
Ehbadya
Ehbadya 18th Jan 2026 02:12 - 8 months ago
So beautifulll I felt like I was floating on a cloud. I love the vocals and meaning behind your song wow!
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 18th Jan 2026 - 8 months ago
Thank you for absorbing the meaning and the vibe - it means a lot to us, that you took the time to do that - have a wonderful day
ShortBusMusic
ShortBusMusic 14th Jan 2026 12:42 - 8 months ago
It is always a good thing to start one's day out with a smile, and you definitely put one on my face. Crisp production, flawless vocals, impeccable instrumentation, and absolute winner. Since I live in Florida, this one works well with my environment :) Thanks for sharing a masterpiece. I hope all is well.

Bear
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 14th Jan 2026 - 8 months ago
Hello Bear - hope you are well - glad u enjoyed our track and thank you v much for stopping by
BaoBou
BaoBou 14th Jan 2026 11:30 - 8 months ago
Very sweet! Reminds me of the Paul Simon Graceland album where he cooperated with African artists!
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 14th Jan 2026 - 8 months ago
Thanks BB - glad we conveyed the African vibe well
UndergroundStudio
UndergroundStudio 13th Jan 2026 20:46 - 8 months ago
amazing
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 13th Jan 2026 - 8 months ago
Thank you v much - we will take that ;)
monkwee
monkwee 12th Jan 2026 21:55 - 8 months ago
this is awesome reminds me of the lifesavers commercials from the 90's sorry to show my ignorance of the culture but i mean it in a good way
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 13th Jan 2026 - 8 months ago
I totally get where yu are coming from - I checked out pep-o-mint African commercial - sounds like Ladysmith Manzambo - thank you for your comment because if we sound anywhere near that African vibe, we are truly stoked!
LNTL
LNTL 12th Jan 2026 20:56 - 8 months ago
Amazing! I love it :)
If you could make music that sounded like joyful happiness this would be it.
Really beautiful melodies. Such a nice vibe running through the whole thing.
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 12th Jan 2026 - 8 months ago
Thank you - we were aiming for uplifting and joyous, glad it hit the spot for you
PaulCreaney11
PaulCreaney11 12th Jan 2026 17:49 - 8 months ago
Nice track guys! Sounds great
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 12th Jan 2026 - 8 months ago
Thank you Paul
1Godfather
1Godfather 12th Jan 2026 11:39 - 8 months ago
your voice sounds young, very good song
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 12th Jan 2026 - 8 months ago
Glad you like the song - it is a very upbeat, energetic piece ;)
Zootman
Zootman 11th Jan 2026 17:19 - 9 months ago
This is brilliant! From the composition to the vocals and harmonies, to the beat and the beautiful clean guitar lines. Truly love this. Sounds like what I remember King Sunny Ade sounding like when I discovered African music for the first time. .. Could be wrong on that though, I'll have to go back and listen. How about a Fela Kuti type thing next?!! All the best, Chris.
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 11th Jan 2026 - 9 months ago
Thanks Chris - Fela Kuti - Oli and I will have to check that one out!
Flat2Forge
Flat2Forge 11th Jan 2026 15:28 - 9 months ago
A track with a very professional sound, I have nothing more to say but good things, great job
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 11th Jan 2026 - 9 months ago
Thank you v much F2F - will check out your remix soon ;)
dimestop
dimestop 11th Jan 2026 13:53 - 9 months ago
this brought a smile to my face immediately guys, theres a happiness to it, great lyrics and delivered as i would expect from Kay, it is full of the African spirit and sounds authentic, i liked the high of your voice too Kay, excellent again from our two great friends, keep up the hard work
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 11th Jan 2026 - 9 months ago
Thanks Dime - you know how important lyrics are to me ;) Glad you picked up that Sankofa vibe good and strong ;)
AnthonyAttard
AnthonyAttard 11th Jan 2026 13:34 - 9 months ago
Oh, I liked Sankofa a lot, great work, rich in sounds and spirit of Africa.
Really well done both the singing part and the composing one.
Best wishes, Anthony
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 11th Jan 2026 - 9 months ago
Thank you Anthony - we are glad that African Spirit came over in the music
fanisatt
fanisatt 11th Jan 2026 08:55 - 9 months ago
I love this Africa vibe guys !!!! And it is so melodic.... Great track overall Kay !! Cheerssssssssssss !!!
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 11th Jan 2026 - 9 months ago
Thank you - the lyrics were a joy to write and we both had so much fun with the vocals.
DanMed
DanMed 10th Jan 2026 15:20 - 9 months ago
You suprise me every time. Creativity out of this world.
I love it! Much love from Croatia!
Cheers!
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 10th Jan 2026 - 9 months ago
Thank you so much Dan -we are so happy you love it like we do - love from UK x
RitajustRita
RitajustRita 10th Jan 2026 12:47 - 9 months ago
New genre and also sounds great. I am familiar with Cape Verdean music so not new for me.Both the beat and your voice sound great again
Now you 2 need to make the Funana lol.
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 10th Jan 2026 - 9 months ago
Funana - will run that one by Oli! Thank you, Rita
DarrenHirst
DarrenHirst 10th Jan 2026 11:16 - 9 months ago
Kay I love this it reminds me of Paul Simon. The lyrics are really cool. The song I really love I would have bought it.
African songs I love and I love this. This is really lively its full of energy and would be a brilliant summer song.
Brilliant Kay I love it and your African voice fit it so well.
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 10th Jan 2026 - 9 months ago
Thank you Darren - Paul Simon is a lovely comparison - your loyalty means a lot to us. I have wanted to create something with a bit of a tribal feel yet modern day slant in the African vibe, for some time - I got the title v quickly then lyrics flowed. Oli soon got the musical side together then next thing I know is we are both there doing vocals. Terrific fun, definitely.
UndergroundStudio
UndergroundStudio 10th Jan 2026 09:23 - 9 months ago
ay send it to madonna
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 10th Jan 2026 - 9 months ago
Thank you for your suggestion - I wonder how she would deliver it as a song ;)
BONEZONMARZ
BONEZONMARZ 10th Jan 2026 08:51 - 9 months ago
this is great. reminds me of the music my mum would play when i was younger
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 10th Jan 2026 - 9 months ago
Thank you for your kind feedback - I guess mum likes Calypso, Reggae and World music ;)
Cyberflares
Cyberflares 10th Jan 2026 07:42 - 9 months ago
Another Classic Track from you two
Nice work on the guitar and great beat
with vocals to seal the deal, well done on another brilliant track you two are very talented :)
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 10th Jan 2026 - 9 months ago
Bless you, Robin, that comment has made our day ;)
TheMonzderSquadd
TheMonzderSquadd 10th Jan 2026 06:11 - 9 months ago
I dont know much about Sungura, but we know ALOT about music, and we can for sure recognize greatness when we hear it. This song, like all of Your songs, made us feel some type of way, and we love that about your music. Thank you for sharing your music with us - we take inspiration from so many things, and you are at the top of that list.
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 10th Jan 2026 - 9 months ago
We feel so chuffed to be an inspiration to you bright young things ;) Thank you for your lovely comment and for taking an interest in our creations
Pnnywze
Pnnywze 10th Jan 2026 04:26 - 9 months ago
Wow. Im at a bit of loss for words. In a time where so many people try and create music that has little to no meaning and with little or no story to tell, you consistently make sure your music is absolutely dripping with both. Realizing that kinda had me flustered there for a second. This is a wonderful song full of wisdom, kindness, AND spirit, I hope it gets heard by as many people as possible, especially the people and cultures that inspired it. I can't say enough good things, Kay. You deserve so much more than this humble guy could ever say. And please send Oli my regards, it has been awhile.
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 10th Jan 2026 - 9 months ago
Hello Aaron, many thanks for your kind words. We are both very touched :-) It was fun to produce this kind of African beat filled with a lot of positive vibes. We want to stay upbeat. ;) Kay got the perfect title and it flowed from there. Cheers Oli
BeatMaker4real
BeatMaker4real 10th Jan 2026 01:01 - 9 months ago
Nice sounding track Kayos2, loving that rhythm..
Kayos2
Kayos2 replied 10th Jan 2026 - 9 months ago
Thank you B4R, it was a joy to write - we wanted to capture that sense of African community and belonging with our voices and the style of music ;)

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