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Lapiro De Mbanga

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Lapiro De Mbanga was a renowned Cameroonian musician, born as Lambo Pierre Roger. He started his music career in the 1980s, and his unique style of music blended traditional Cameroonian rhythms with reggae, makossa, and other genres. Lapiro was an outspoken political activist who used his music to address social issues such as corruption, poverty, and inequality in Cameroon. Some of his notable songs include "No Make Erreur," "Na Wou Go Pay," and "Constitution Constipée." However, in 2008, he was arrested and sentenced to three years in prison for his involvement in protests against President Paul Biya's government. He was released in 2011 and continued to create music until his death in March 2014 after a music career spanning over three decades.

Discography

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Debre Man2018 • AlbumTracks: 7

Pas Argent, No Love (Yogosante)2007 • AlbumTracks: 6

Na You/Ndinga Man2001 • AlbumTracks: 8

The Best Of Ndinga2000 • AlbumTracks: 11

Ndinga Man Contre-attaque: Na Wou Go Pay1994 • AlbumTracks: 10

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