This post is dedicated to Miriam Makeba (4 March 1932 – 10 November 2008). She was more than just a talented musician; she was an activist who used her music as a weapon in the fight against South African apartheid. Because of her refusal to submit to her country’s oppressive government, she was exiled from her home until after apartheid formally ended.
If you’re not familiar with her globally-renowned music, take moment to scan youtube for her gems. I’ve included two of my favorites here to help get you started. Rest in Peace & Power, Mama Miriam Makeba.
This is probably my all-time favorite!
This tune right here is one of Makeba’s most popular songs
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Posted by chris lewis on 03/07/2012 at 12:19 pm
thanks for putting me on to miriam mekeba .. going to check out more of her work. these two songs are great …
Posted by Brotha Onaci on 03/07/2012 at 3:21 pm
Thanks for checking in, Chris! Please feel free to post the songs you like here or on my facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/brotha.onaci.
Much Love