Manu Dibango
Manu Dibango was a celebrated Cameroonian musician and saxophonist known for his fusion of jazz, funk, and traditional African music. His iconic single 'Soul Makossa' gained worldwide acclaim and is considered a classic in the genre. Throughout his career, he collaborated with various artists, including Moreira Chonguiça, and left a lasting impact on the global music scene before his passing in 2020.
Born on Dec 12, 1933 (91 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Rica | 1 | 8.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 5,094,118 | 2,553 | $62,000 | 31$ |
| Totals | 1 | 5,094,118 | 2,553 | $62,000 | 31$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Costa Rica:
Eulalia included musical influences from Manu Dibango in her work.
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Cameroon:
Manu Dibango is a renowned musician known for his contributions to the music world.
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Nigeria:
The event honoured legendary pioneers such as Fela Kuti, Hugh Masekela, Manu Dibango, Abdullah Ibrahim, and Miriam Makeba.
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Mozambique:
Moreira Chonguiça collaborated with Manu Dibango, a Cameroonian musician, on his album 'M&M'.
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