This archive report was first published on 5 June 2020.
On June 5, 2020, Sauti Sol finally released their highly anticipated fifth studio album, 'Midnight Train', on Universal Music Africa. The album takes listeners on a journey through the ups and downs of life, reflecting the band's resilience and determination.
The title track 'Midnight Train', produced by the renowned Andre Harris, is a testament to the band's hard work and dedication. Harris has worked with notable artists such as Justin Bieber, Kanye West, and Jill Scott.
'Midnight Train' is a representation of Sauti Sol's never-say-die attitude, as they continue to push boundaries and strive for excellence in their career. As member Chimano puts it, 'We've had an amazing journey so far and it's like an ever-moving train. Each time we make it to a destination we realize the road doesn't stop there. We continue to better ourselves and look forward to bringing our fans along with us as we grow.'
The album features a range of tracks, including the rhythmic love jam 'Suzanna', the lead song from Netflix's Queen Sono 'Disco Matanga' featuring Sho Madjozi and Black Motion, and the uplifting 'Brighter Days' featuring the Soweto Gospel Choir. The recent release 'Insecure' explores the fear and insecurity that lies deep within.
The album's tracklist includes:
- Intro
- Midnight Train
- Insecure
- Feel My Love
- Brighter Days ft. Soweto Gospel Choir
- Nenda Lote
- Suzanna
- Set Me Free (Interlude)
- My Everything ft. India Arie
- Wake Up ft. Mortimer
- Sober
- Rhumba Japani ft. Kaskazini, Bensoul, Xenia, Nviiri the Storyteller, Okello Max, NHP
- Disco Matanga (Yambakhana) ft. Black Motion & Sho Madjozi
