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Fela Kuti was a Nigerian musician, composer, and political activist who is widely considered to be one of the most influential African musicians of all time. He was a pioneer of the Afrobeat genre, combining traditional Nigerian music with funk, jazz, and highlife. He was also a political activist, using his music to speak out against the oppressive military regime in Nigeria. Fela Kuti was born in Abeokuta, Nigeria, on October 15, 1938. He was the son of a Protestant minister and a teacher. He began playing music at a young age, learning to play the saxophone and piano. He attended the Trinity College of Music in London, where he studied classical music. In the 1960s, Fela Kuti returned to Nigeria and formed the band Koola Lobitos. He began to incorporate elements of funk, jazz, and highlife into his music, creating a new genre that he called Afrobeat. He also began to speak out against the oppressive military regime in Nigeria, and his music became a form of protest. Fela Kuti's music gained international recognition in the 1970s, and he toured extensively throughout the world. He released over 50 albums during his career, and his influence can still be heard in the music of many contemporary African musicians. He died in 1997, but his legacy lives on.
| Popular As | Olufela Olusegum Oludotun Ransome-Kuti |
| Occupation | soundtrack,composer,music_department |
| Age | 59 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
| Born | 15 October, 1938 |
| Birthday | 15 October |
| Birthplace | Abeokuta, Nigeria |
| Date of death | 2 August, 1997 |
| Died Place | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigeria |
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Fela Kuti Height, Weight & Measurements
At 59 years old, Fela Kuti height is 5' 7" (1.7 m) .
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| Height | 5' 7" (1.7 m) |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Body Measurements | Not Available |
| Eye Color | Not Available |
| Hair Color | Not Available |
Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
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|---|---|
| Parents | Not Available |
| Wife | Not Available |
| Sibling | Not Available |
| Children | Not Available |
Fela Kuti Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Fela Kuti worth at the age of 59 years old? Fela Kuti’s income source is mostly from being a successful Soundtrack. He is from Nigeria. We have estimated Fela Kuti's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2023 | $1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2023 | Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2022 | Pending |
| Salary in 2022 | Under Review |
| House | Not Available |
| Cars | Not Available |
| Source of Income | Soundtrack |
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