Writing for the BBC , Jon Lusk warned that some fans of N'Dour may not appreciate the departure from his previous upbeat and rhythmic music , but called the album " a breath of fresh air " , because " the consistency of tone and mood -- generally one of reverent but restrained ecstasy -- is very welcome . " Robert Christgau wrote that the musical fusion on '' Egypt '' is " smarter , lovelier , and more seductive " than N'Dour 's previous work , and that the singing is characterized by " sweetness , precision , and delicacy " . Referring to the efforts the album makes to positively represent African Islam during the period after the September 11 attacks , Christgau wrote that " '' Egypt '' is more than just beautiful -- it 's a persuasive political act "
September 11 attacks
September 11 attacks
Egypt (album)