Fela Anikulapo Kuti (15 October 1938 – 2 August 1997), also professionally known as Fela Kuti and simply Fela, was a Nigerian multi-instrumentalist, musician, composer, pioneer of the Afrobeat music genre, human rights activist, and political maverick.

He has been called "superstar, singer, musician, Panafricanist, polygamist, mystic, legend.
"During the height of his popularity, he was often hailed as one of Africa's most "challenging and charismatic music performers."

Here are some facts untold about him:
1. Birth name: Olufela Olusegun Oludotun Ransome-Kuti AKA Fela Anikulapo Kut Fela Kuti
2. Born: 15 October 1938
3. Place of birth: Abeokuta, Nigeria
4. Died: 2 August 1997 (aged 58)
5. Place of death: Lagos, Nigeria
6. Genres: Afrobeat, highlife
7. Occupation(s): Singer-songwriter, musician, activist
8. Instruments: Saxophone, vocals keyboards, trumpet, guitar, drums...
9. Years active: 1958–1997
10. Labels: Barclay/PolyGram, MCA/Universal, Celluloid EMI Nigeria JVC Wrasse Shanachie Knitting Factory
11. Associated acts: Africa '70,Egypt '80, Koola Lobitos Nigeria '70, Hugh Masekela Ginger Baker Tony Allen Femi Kuti, Seun Kuti, Roy Ayers Lester Bowie

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