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Guy Lobè

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Guy Lobè, whose real name doubles as his stage name, was a Cameroonian singer, lyricist, and multi-instrumentalist well-known for singing the makossa genre. He started performing music in school before performing at major cabarets in the city. In 1984, he released his debut album, "Dégager," which was followed by his second, "Mon amie à moi," in 1986. He was well-known in Africa and abroad and was said to have collaborated with prominent artists globally before his passing in 2015.

Discography

Albums⁹

C'est Moi- Dieudonne2018 • albumTracks: 8

Moundj'am2018 • albumTracks: 8

Duo Makossa Vol. 42014 • albumTracks: 14

The Very Best Of2009 • albumTracks: 15

Bizness Man2001 • albumTracks: 10

Duoala-Paris1999 • albumTracks: 8

Passe Composse1997 • albumTracks: 8

Ambiances1994 • albumTracks: 8

O Ya YoNaN • albumTracks: 10

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