Before achieving international fame as a solo artist, Youssou N'Dour made a name for himself in his native Senegal as a member of the group Etoile de Dakar. This collection showcases their brash yet innovative blend of traditional West African music, Latin music, and American rock and soul.

The remarkable and captivating album features gorgeously orchestrated tracks, performed by musicians from Cairo to Dakar, and lyrics that express his devotion to the prophets and philosophies of Senegal's Sufi communities.