Remembering Fela Kuti on the 27th Anniversary of his death

Remembering Fela Kuti, 27 Years Later

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It has been exactly 27 long years since Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti died in Lagos on August 2, 1997 at the age of 58. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.

Today, fans of Fela Kuti along with the rest of the music world have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Kuti, a cultural icon

Born Fela Anikulapo Kuti in Abeokuta on October 15, 1938, his career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in Nigerian history. Kuti was not just a great musician, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique musical heritage.

It's been 27 years since the tragic loss of Fela Kuti and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Fela Kuti is no longer physically here, his presence is more powerful than ever. He left a void that has yet to be filled.

In memory of the Late Great Fela Kuti.

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