Ayinde Bakare was a well-known Nigerian juju "faaji" maestro and bandleader of Meranda Orchestra. He was widely known for his innovative work in the juju and highlife music genres. Bakare first developed a love for music after seeing a band perform at an engagement. In 1935, his career took off, and in 1937, he released his debut album on the HMV label. Bakare was very well-liked, garnering the moniker "Mr. Juju" in the 1950s and 1960s. Ayinde's death passed away mysteriously on October 1, 1972.