What’s in your bag, Y’akoto?

The Ghanaian-German singer’s musical style ­combines soul, pop, folk and blues. Her most recent album, Mermaid Blues, is also political – as well as sensual and strong. The 30-year-old artist will be touring the German festival scene in August. Lufthansa Magazin caught up with her at Hamburg Airport and took a peek inside her bag

What's in your bag, Y'akoto?
© Enver Hirsch

1 Notebook
I fill this with memories, dreams, ideas for song lyrics and future tweets – because I’m not a fan of impulsive posting.

 

2 Sankofa bird
The sankofa bird is a symbol of West Africa. A friend in Ghana gave this to me so that no matter how far I travel, I will always be reminded of where I’m from.

 

3 Cosmetics bag
My new favorite accessory is by young Paris label Peulh Vagabond. I keep all sorts of things in it, from lip gloss to chewing gum.

 

The sound of Y’akoto

“Fool Me Once”

Y’akoto’s Playlist

Glory Box – Portishead

Talkin’ ’bout a Revolution – Tracy Chapman

Anti Love Song – Betty Davis

For more on Y’akoto, visit yakotomusic