Femi Kuti
Olufela Olufemi Anikulapo Kuti (born 16 June 1962), popularly known as Femi Kuti, is a Nigerian musician born in London and raised in Lagos. He is the eldest son of Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti and a grandchild of political campaigner, women's rights activist and traditional aristocrat Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti.
Femi Kuti | |
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Kuti performing on 10 November 2008 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Olufela Olufemi Anikulapo Kuti |
| Born | 16 June 1962 London, England |
| Origin | Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Genres | Afrobeat, jazz, Funk |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, musician |
| Instrument(s) | Saxophone, vocals, trumpet, keyboards |
| Years active | 1978–present |
| Labels | BMG |
| Website | www |
Femi Kuti began his musical career playing in his father's band, Egypt 80. In 1986, Femi started his own band, Positive Force, establishing himself as an artist independent of his father's legacy.
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