Youssou n'Dour
Youssou n'Dour is a celebrated Senegalese singer, songwriter, and percussionist, widely regarded as one of the greatest African musicians of all time. He is known for his unique blend of traditional Senegalese music, particularly mbalax, with various genres, including jazz, reggae, and pop. Youssou has achieved international acclaim, collaborating with numerous global artists and contributing to the world music scene. His powerful voice and charismatic performances have captivated audiences worldwide, making him a cultural icon in West Africa and beyond.
Born on Oct 01, 1959 (65 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| France | 1 | 8.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 32,850 | $2,700,000 | 1,359$ |
| Monaco | 1 | 8.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 39,242 | 31 | $7,800 | 6$ |
| Ireland | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 2,104 | $5,100 | 2$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 9.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 18,171 | $2,700,000 | 723$ |
| Spain | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 18,998 | $1,400,000 | 569$ |
| Totals | 5 | 184,983,542 | 72,154 | $6,812,900 | 2,659$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Spain:
Youssou N'Dour is a prominent artist who collaborated with Amadou Bagayoko.
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United Kingdom:
Youssou N'Dour praised Amadou & Mariam as ambassadors of African music.
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France:
Youssou N'Dour, a Senegalese singer, expressed his condolences following the death of Amadou Bagayoko.
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Ireland:
Youssou N’Dour shared his thoughts and memories of friendship with Amadou Bagayoko.
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Monaco:
Youssou N’Dour, at 65 years old, has not lost his crystalline voice or commitment, as evidenced by his latest project.
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Honduras:
Youssou N'Dour is a highly influential Senegalese artist whom Aurelio Martínez admired and performed with.
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Portugal:
Youssou N’Dour is a prominent figure in African music, known for his mblax style.
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Gambia:
Youssou n'Dour is one of the biggest West African singer/performers of all time and a major star in World Music.
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