Happy birthday! Youssou N'Dour turns 64 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary singer turns 64 on Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023.

Youssou N'Dour is celebrating his 64th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-business man-politician Youssou N'Dour (7 Seconds, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 64th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

N'Dour, a cultural icon

Born in Dakar on October 1, 1959, Youssou N'Dour's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Senegalese history. N'Dour's not just a great singer, he's an inspiration, an icon and a very charming man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Youssou hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Youssou N'Dour as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 64.

Happy Birthday, Youssou, you're the best!

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