N'Dongo D and Faada Freddy make up the Senegalese rap duo Daara J Family. Hip hop, Afro-Cuban rhythms, and reggae influence their music. It is performed in English, French, Spanish, and Wolof. Last year, they released their single, "Baal Ma" on December 10, 2021. It emphasizes forgiveness.
What does the phrase, "Baal Ma" mean? BAAL MA: Forgiveness, a harmless weapon that can resolve conflicts. Sometimes a word seems insignificant, but its power is immense and its effects are unpredictable. Baal ma is a Wolof word that means give me forgiveness, it soothes tensions, puts a smile on your face, and rekindles relationships that have been severed.
A song about humility, overshadowing oneself. It's a message to people who, out of pride, refuse to say one simple phrase, which can help you avoid unpleasant circumstances, separations, and violence. In our current social climate, where a lot of relationships have broken down because people do not know how to use this little word, Daara J Family wanted to remind everyone about the importance of asking for forgiveness and showing humility.
When looking at the visuals, it clearly depicts the element of forgiveness. For instance, at the beginning of the music video, each person seems to be conflicted about something. The plot further develops when each relationship is facing issues. However, towards the end, they resolve their issues. It is evident when they dance together.
Throughout the music video, the repetition of the phrase, "Baal Ma" is being uttered to highlight the importance of forgiveness.
The song is fantastic, especially the vocals, wordplay and fast-paced rapping. What drew me to the track is the visuals. It appears to be narrating a story. The production is also excellent, and the culture shown is fascinating. I played the music video more than once. I can't find any faults. Therefore I highly rate the track 10/10.
The track, released on December 10, 2021, is available on many streaming and download platforms.
Link to the music video: https://youtu.be/oNxUTQbcfl0
Link to the Spotify track link: https://open.spotify.com/album/0B3CUkMEQaZ5kkM0eYFtyb?si=mPSj5nqSQei5C9xUUTKSpw