New York-based artist Akili has released “I So Blue,” the third single from his upcoming album, “Tobago Nights.”
The song was written while Akili was in Panama during a difficult period in his life. According to Akili, conversations with his aunt Sharon and an encounter with an old friend, Griselle, influenced the song. Griselle later gave him Willie Dixon’s book I Am the Blues, which became another source of inspiration for the track.
“I So Blue” combines Afrobeats, Reggae and Blues, with lyrics centered on confronting pain rather than avoiding it. The song explores themes of resilience, personal growth and ancestral wisdom.
Akili is developing “Tobago Nights” through a monthly single release schedule, with the album planned for October 2026.
The song is available on streaming platforms.
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