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 (66 years old)
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United Kingdom:
Youssou N'Dour was among those who paid homage to Amadou Bagayoko at his funeral.
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United Kingdom:
Youssou N’Dour is a Black musician whose records are included in the archive.
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Mozambique:
Youssou N'Dour is one of the notable artists who shared the stage with Roberto Chitsondzo at the Festival Músicas do Mundo.
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Portugal:
Youssou N'Dour is one of the hosts of the FMM Sines festival.
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Hungary:
Youssou N'Dour is a Senegalese singer known as the 'Voice of Africa' who emphasizes the importance of music in uniting people.
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Portugal:
Youssou N’Dour is an iconic artist from Senegal performing at the festival.
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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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