Keesha Blair is introspective in her new song “The Inheritance”, considering what she inherited as a family, an expression of gratitude, and the items passed down from generation to generation. Instead of looking at the material or the monetary, Blair delves into the more profound gifts that families share – love, wisdom, strength, compassion and the values that form us and our character.
The song starts off as a personal reflection inspired by her mother and grandmother but expands from there. Blair reminds us that our lives can be influenced by the lives of those that have come before us, our character, and how we treat others.
Musically it’s a soft R&B song, with a beautiful gospel and neo-soul flavour. It starts by Blair singing the title and playing with soft ad libs, setting an inviting, introspective tone. The compositions are melodic and emotional, and the expressions of her voice reach out to the audience with a sincerity of expression.
The concept of the song is one of the best aspects. Blair turns a familiar word into a new one. This place is not where inheritance is passed on through a will; it is the love and the wisdom which pass through generations quietly.
The comfort of family and acceptance can be felt throughout the track, as if it were a musical embrace. It is a beautiful reminder to us all that some of the best things we receive in life are not monetary, but comes in the form of love and lessons.
