In anticipation of her new film, A Wrinkle In Time director Ava DuVernay shared some information about the film’s soundtrack. And the news shook some things up. Going out on a whim, DuVernay approached singer Sade about contributing some music to the film.
I never thought she’d say yes, but asked anyway. She was kind + giving. A goddess. We began a journey together that I’ll never forget. Proud to announce that Sade has created an original song for WRINKLE IN TIME. It’s entitled “Flower of the Universe.” And it’s a dream come true. pic.twitter.com/FdXrZ1MFMO
— Ava DuVernay (@ava) February 20, 2018
Since it has been eight years since Sade released her latest project, Soldier of Love, and seven since her last single, folks weren’t expecting to hear from her anytime soon. Which made the surprise of the news that much sweeter.
THIS. IS. NOT. A. DRILL. ???
If four years ago you’d told my gay ass Sade would create a song for a movie adaptation of my favorite book growing up I would’ve spit out my Truvada and sent you a gif of a Real Housewife screaming “LIAR.” https://t.co/nyN4yn9cNG
— Gabe Gonzalez (@gaybonez) February 20, 2018
ava getting sade to sing on the ‘wrinkle’ soundtrack is the shoot your shot goal of 2018. i stan.
— Bim Adewunmi (@bimadew) February 20, 2018
They conjured up legendary mother SADE to make a track for the wrinkle in time soundtrack!?!?!?
Or are y’all playing with my emotions?!?!?
— York-Wesley II (@BillyIndigo) February 21, 2018
Proud to produce this one… ?? pic.twitter.com/iuuG6OxM2R
— No I.D. リッチIDなしデイリー (@cocaine80s) February 21, 2018
SADE ADU IS MAKING A SONG FOR ‘A WRINKLE IN TIME’ AND IVE NEVER BEEN SO SNATCHED
— Nia nia nia (@sweet_kenia) February 21, 2018
This the livest black history month ever. Black Panther.Sade back yall. I’m so glad Jesus let me live to see this.
— Ms. Tyree (@AHnomaly) February 21, 2018
Lol dawg wow @ava came through for us during black history month. Idk what she said to Sade to get her out of hibernation but thank you ? #AWrinkleInTime #FlowerOfTheUniverse
— The Chosen One.??♂️ (@Korrohz) February 20, 2018
WRINKLE IN TIME was made w/ love for young people. To share ideas about being a light in this often dark world. The new song “Warrior” by the phenoms @chloexhalle often makes me cry – with joy for the future. They are wonderful young women who help me hope. Thank you, ladies! pic.twitter.com/IZMyL0oEnQ
— Ava DuVernay (@ava) February 20, 2018
Happy to share that WRINKLE IN TIME’s soundtrack also includes original music by none other than Sia. I remember being blown away by her SPEAKING VOICE ON THE PHONE. So when she shared the song she wrote for Meg, I was spellbound. It’s called “Magic.” And it is. Thank you, @Sia. pic.twitter.com/PioLASDipQ
— Ava DuVernay (@ava) February 20, 2018
Ahhhh!! I’m so excited to finally tell you guys my new song #IBelieve with @djkhaled will be on the soundtrack for Disney’s @WrinkleInTime ???? See the movie and get the album on March 9th ❤ pic.twitter.com/ZSe3QGP1FP
— Demi Lovato (@ddlovato) February 20, 2018
Last but not least, I am in love with the music of a young woman hailing from Oakland. Her vibe. Her voice. Her vision for herself. It’s all beautiful. Kehlani’s original song “Let Me Live” is the first heard while watching WRINKLE IN TIME. It’s all about Meg’s inner life. A gem. pic.twitter.com/Slc3yuIyWQ
— Ava DuVernay (@ava) February 20, 2018
Originally appeared on MadameNoire.com.