Miriam Makeba
Miriam Makeba, known as 'Mama Africa', was a renowned South African singer and civil rights activist. She gained international fame in the 1960s with her hit song 'Pata Pata', which showcased her unique vocal style and incorporated traditional African rhythms. Makeba used her music as a platform to speak out against apartheid and promote social justice, becoming a symbol of resistance. Throughout her career, she collaborated with various artists and was awarded numerous accolades for her contributions to music and activism, making her an influential figure in both the music industry and the fight for human rights.
Born on Nov 04, 1932 (92 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monaco | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 39,242 | 32 | $7,800 | 6$ |
| Gambia | 1 | 8.00 | 0.33% | +0% | 2,416,668 | 8,002 | $1,800 | 6$ |
| Totals | 2 | 2,455,910 | 8,034 | $9,600 | 12$ |
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Gambia:
Miriam Makeba accompanied Stokely Carmichael during his visit to The Gambia.
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Monaco:
Gabi Hartmann honors Miriam Makeba in her song Lakutshon’ ilanga.
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South Africa:
Expect stories of mentorship, movement and music, with nods to the likes of Miriam Makeba and Hugh Masekela.
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Guyana:
Miriam Makeba was known for her anti-apartheid anthems that transformed personal expression into public activism.
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Burundi:
Miriam Makeba is mentioned as a source of motivation for Bérénice Irumva.
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South Africa:
Miriam Makeba is mentioned as one of the icons who passed away, representing significant cultural loss.
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Ghana:
His popular 1970s talk show, The Mike Eghan Show, ran for more than a decade and featured some of the continent's legends as guests, including Miriam Makeba.
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South Africa:
Miriam Makeba's iconic presence in jazz is highlighted through her powerful imagery in the exhibition.
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South Africa:
Miriam Makeba is the late great artist who performed with Angélique Kidjo at a concert in 2006.
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France:
Miriam Makeba was a prominent South African singer and activist known for her anti-apartheid stance and her famous song 'Pata pata'.
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