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Bio
When listing one of Togo's revolutionary musicians, Itadi Bonney known mononymously as Itadi can't be omitted. He was a singer, composer, arranger, and guitarist known for singing a fusion of Ghanaian highlife and Afrosoul. His songs were themed around peace, unity, against authoritarianism, and political and social injustice. His debut album released in 1977 earned him a little fame before fleeing to the US because his life was in danger due to the "heavy" lyrics on the album.
Discography
Albums2
Inye
Inye2013 • AlbumTracks: 7
Itadi
Itadi1977 • AlbumTracks: 8
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