London-based Northern Irish-Ghanaian artist Winnie Ama reimagines her soulful track “What Are We” with a sophisticated new Jazzy Mix, bringing warmth, intimacy and a timeless live-instrument feel to the song.
The new version draws from Winnie’s deep love of jazz and the legendary vocalists who have influenced her, including Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday and Nina Simone. The arrangement feels more stripped back and organic, allowing the warm instrumentation and expressive vocals to take centre stage. There is a relaxed quality to the production that creates the atmosphere of a late-night jazz bar.
At the heart of the song is a complicated relationship shaped by conflict and opposing worldviews. “What Are We” explores what happens when you have to share a space with someone you fundamentally disagree with, whether that person is a family member, colleague or someone you live with. You may not see the world the same way, but circumstances require you to find a way to coexist. That tension naturally leads to the question of what the relationship really means.
Winnie’s vocal delivery suits the Jazzy Mix beautifully. Her performance feels intimate and controlled, giving the lyrics enough space to communicate the uncertainty and frustration behind them without becoming overly dramatic.
Blending soulful pop, jazz and R&B with her appreciation for live musicianship, “What Are We (Jazzy Mix)” shows another side of Winnie Ama’s artistry. It is a warm and elegant reworking that gives an already thoughtful song a more timeless character.
