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Lagbaja
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49
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41
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49
Performer
Bio
Bisade Ologunde, professionally known as Lagbaja, is a Nigerian singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and musician. He's exceptional at combining traditional Yoruba music with jazz and funk, as well as his flamboyant mask and costume. Lagbaja debuted in the early 1990s and has produced numerous albums. His music is notable for its socially conscious lyrics and good governance advocacy. Lagbaja is widely considered one of the most significant musicians in Nigeria and has played a crucial role in shaping Nigerian music.
Discography
Albums6
200 Million Mumu - The Bitter Truth
200 Million Mumu - The Bitter Truth2012 • AlbumTracks: 9
Sharp-Sharp!
Sharp-Sharp!2009 • AlbumTracks: 12
Africano ...The Mother of Groove
Africano ...The Mother of Groove2005 • AlbumTracks: 19
ABAMI - A Tribute to Fela
ABAMI - A Tribute to Fela2000 • AlbumTracks: 4
Me
Me2000 • AlbumTracks: 9
Ikira
Ikira1993 • AlbumTracks: 8
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