Former U.S. President Barack Obama has paid tribute to Nigerian Afrobeat icon Fela Anikulapo Kuti in a new podcast series celebrating artists who used their craft as a form of activism. The series, titled Fela Kuti: Fear No Man, is produced by Higher Ground, the media company owned by Barack and Michelle Obama. It was…
Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy has called for an end to comparisons between himself and the late Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. Known for his socially conscious music, Burna Boy has often been likened to Fela, but he insists the parallels are misplaced. Taking to his Instagram Story, the African Giant declared, “All that Burna Boy…
Controversial Nigerian singer, Portable, has sparked debate by attributing the death of legendary Afrobeats pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti to his activism. In a recent interview on the ‘Echoo Room’ podcast with media personality Quincy Jonze, Portable claimed Fela died prematurely because he “did not mind his business.” The singer’s comments, which have been trending on social…
Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has disclosed that his legendary father, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, was overwhelmed by the stress of managing his numerous wives and concubines, which he claims nearly led to his demise. In a recent episode of the ‘Bahd & Boujee’ podcast, Seun Kuti shed light on the extent of his father’s relationships, noting…
Enjoy the official lyrics for ‘Water No Get Enemy’ by the late legendary Afrobeat maestro, Fela Anikulapo Kuti popularly known as Fela Kuti. Fela Kuti – Water No Get Enemy Lyrics T’o ba fe lo we omi l’o ma’loIf you want go wash, a water you go useT’o ba fe se’be omi l’o ma’loIf you…
Nigerian musician Seun Kuti is taking on an iconic role in the world of cinema as he steps into the shoes of his legendary grandfather, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, in Izu Ojukwu’s upcoming film, “77: The Festac Conspiracy.” Seun Kuti is set to portray the dynamic character of Fela, the renowned Nigerian musician and activist, in…
Rap icon Olamide has added a new feather to his cap as one of the greatest music exports out of Nigeria alongside the iconic Afrobeat legend, the late Fela Kuti. The two artists now stand as the only Nigerian artists in history to achieve a truly remarkable feat on the illustrious Billboard charts. Olamide’s highly…
Grammy-nominated afrobeat musician Femi Kuti has recounted how some people predicted that 12 of his family members would die in short intervals after the deaths of his father, late afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, his sister, Shola Kuti, and a cousin at a stretch. He said that period was particularly difficult for him because many were…
Grammy-nominated Nigerian musician, Femi Kuti, has revealed that school was “depressing” for him for being the son of the late Afrobeats legend, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. The multi-instrumentalist said some teachers and fellow students attempted to bully and shame him over his father’s excesses but he refused to be bullied. He disclosed this in an interview with…
Yeni Kuti, daughter of afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, has revealed that the decision by her uncle, Dr. Olikoye Ransome-Kuti, to announce that the late singer died of Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, AIDS, was initially rejected by them, the deceased’s children. She said they later accepted for their uncle to make the announcement after series of persuasions…
Yeni Kuti, daughter of Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti has said the late singer was not a good father. She, however, said the late musician was an icon and a role model. She stated this in a recent chat with media personality, Chude Jideonwo. Yeni said she never confronted her dad about not being a good…
Femi Kuti, Nigerian afrobeat legend and son of Fela Anikulapo Kuti, pioneer of the music genre, has revealed how he always got into fights from a young age due to his family background. The world-acclaimed saxophonist revealed this during an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo on his talk show #withchude. The singer spoke about…
Legendary Afrobeat singer, Femi Anikulapo Kuti was joined by prolific French-Nigerian singer-songwriter Asa to deliver a mind-blowing performance on stage. In the spirit of Felabration, a celebration of the legacy of Afrobeat Pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti, whose 2022 edition was conducted from October 10th to 16th, at the New Afrika Shrine in Lagos, Fela’s eldest…
