Excuse-O

Excuse - O is not just a display of Fela's talent to create a captivating groove that can fill an entire LP side. It's a top - notch lesson in personal and political critique, wrapped in two outstanding extended grooves. The A - side of the title track has a jittery rhythm. Fela sings about the numerous minor irritations he encounters, which might spark an argument or, if not controlled, turn into a fistfight. The track reaches its peak when he gets annoyed seeing another man chatting up a woman he just went to buy a drink for. The B - side criticizes Nigerians' cultural inferiority complex and how the use of 'proper English' impacts every aspect of life. This sharp commentary on post - colonial life is set to a smoother groove, with call - and - response vocals driving the message home. This album marks Fela's shift from singing only in Yoruba to more in Pidgin, or 'Broken English' as he called it, to broaden his music's appeal. This edition is pressed on Monkey Kola Orange (opaque orange) vinyl.

To enjoy this Excuse - O vinyl album, simply place it on a record player. Make sure the player's needle is clean and in good condition. When handling the vinyl, hold it by the edges to avoid getting fingerprints on the playing surface. After each use, store it in its sleeve to protect it from dust and scratches. Keep the album in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent warping. If the vinyl gets dirty, you can use a vinyl cleaning solution and a soft brush to gently clean it.