Inna Modja is a Malian-French singer-songwriter from Bamako, Mali. Her early music drew from the sounds around her, mixing traditional African rhythms with French chanson influences. She started performing in local clubs as a teenager, navigating a scene that wasn't always welcoming to women.
Her 2009 debut album 'Love Revolution' included the single 'French Cancan,' which brought her wider attention. The song's blend of Afrobeat and pop hooks caught on, though it's tracks like 'I Have No Need' and 'Mister H' that show her more personal songwriting side.
Modja's lyrics often touch on social issues, which has led to some public debates. In 2011, her song 'S.O.S.' addressed the treatment of undocumented immigrants in France. She has worked with artists like Amadou and Mariam and Oxmo Puccino, but her own voice remains central, whether she's singing about love or justice.
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