Africa, Center of the World
Roy Ayers · 1981
42 min · 8 tracks · soul · post-bop · jazz-funk
A soulful blend of jazz-funk and African rhythms that celebrates heritage and unity.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove exploration
- celebratory rhythms for connection
- soulful vibes for communal listening
- afternoon relaxation with warmth
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced music
- seek standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1981, 'Africa, Center of the World' marked Roy Ayers' return to the music scene after a brief hiatus following his 1976 album 'Lifeline'. This period was crucial for Ayers as he was transitioning from a more mainstream funk sound into a deeper exploration of cultural themes and African influences, which would shape his later work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Herbie Hancock· George Benson· Donald Byrd
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Africa, Center of the World 5:26
- 2 Intro / The River Niger 5:23
- 3 I'll Just Keep Trying 6:02
- 4 Destination Motherland 4:53
- 5 The Third Eye 4:49
- 6 Intro / Land of Fruit and Honey 5:24
- 7 Intro / Mo Nise Si E (I Love You) 7:07
- 8 There's a Master Plan 3:45
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