Directed by Tyler Cino Maradiaga, and assistant directed by Kylee C. Roberts, the “BODY” video will be shot in June 2024. We need your help to meet a goal of $8,000 to make our dream final product.

For me, “BODY” is a reconnection with my Malian culture and a self-guided therapy session about dissociation, dysmorphia and how to stop “carrying water.” To externalize the song’s themes of dysmorphia and disassociation, our aim is to create an afrobeat music video with horror elements and tone.

I’ve written and co-produced two EPs since 2020, steadily building a community of listeners and collaborators. Some special collaborators on “BODY” include Evan Linsey (producer and featured artist on the track) and Yacouba Sissoko (world-renowned kora player, featured). Since starting my music journey, my focus has been on producing high-quality recorded music, which has required a significant financial investment spanning four years. Given this, the high cost of making a music video has kept me from starting the process. In my career so far, I've been committed to compensating my fellow artists fairly for their contributions, and I plan to stick to that commitment. Beautiful synchronicities have brought Tyler and Kylee into my life, and in turn, gotten this ball rolling.

Funds will support:

• Payment to involved artists and crew (actors, production designers, stylists, wardrobe, and more)

• Location, equipment, gear, art, and craft services

• Post-production costs and fees