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Fela Kuti
Nigerian Artist
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Fela Aníkúlápó Kútì was a Nigerian musician and political activist. He is regarded as the principal innovator of Afrobeat, a Nigerian music...
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#69
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3.5 / 5
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Nationality
NG
Date of Birth
1938-10-15
Occupation
Singer, Songwriter
Hometown
NG
Biography
Fela Aníkúlápó Kútì was a Nigerian musician and political activist. He is regarded as the principal innovator of Afrobeat, a Nigerian music genre that combines West African music with American funk and jazz. At the height of his popularity, he was referred to as one of Africa's most "challenging and charismatic music performers".
AllMusic described him as "a musical and sociopolitical voice" of international significance.
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