10 essential Manu Dibango songs

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Par Lucy Ilado
27 mar 2020 - 17:35
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The late Manu Dibango's career spanned three continents, six decades and many styles, making him a true innovator of African music.

  • Manu Dibango will be remembered for his immense contribution to Afro-fusion.

The sax great, who died this week at the age of 86 due to complications from the coronavirus, will be remembered for his powerful stage persona, thunderous laughter and humble demeanour.

As Africa and the world mourns the legend, we've compiled a playlist of 10 essential songs that defined his career. 

Pepe Soup

Ah! Freak Sans Fric

Soul Makossa

Woa

Oh Koh

Big Blow

Electric Africa

Sneakin' Home

Bolingo City

Biko

Manu Dibango
cameroon
jazz
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