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Majek Fashek

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81

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11

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Majek Fashek was a Nigerian reggae musician and guitarist. He became popular in the 1980s for his unique blend of African music and reggae. His music addressed social and political issues, and he released several albums, including "Prisoner of Conscience" and "Little Patience". Fashek's career and personal life were affected by drug addiction, which ultimately led to his passing at age 57 on June 1, 2020. Despite this, he left a lasting legacy as one of Nigeria's most influential musicians.

Discography

Albums⁷

Weep Not Children

Weep Not Children2017 • AlbumTracks: 8

Rasta Gangstar

Rasta Gangstar2013 • AlbumTracks: 8

I & I Experience

I & I Experience2012 • AlbumTracks: 10

Little Patience

Little Patience2005 • AlbumTracks: 11

Rainmaker

Rainmaker1997 • AlbumTracks: 9

Spirit of Love

Spirit of Love1991 • AlbumTracks: 10

Prisoner Of Conscience

Prisoner Of Conscience1989 • AlbumTracks: 9

Singles⁷

We Are Not Afraid

We Are Not Afraid2016 • SingleTracks: 2

Love and Affection

Love and Affection1997 • SingleTracks: 1

African Unity

African Unity1997 • SingleTracks: 1

Promised land

Promised land1997 • SingleTracks: 1

I Come From De Ghetto

I Come From De Ghetto1991 • SingleTracks: 1

Holy Spirit

Holy Spirit1991 • SingleTracks: 1

Jah Revelation

Jah Revelation1920 • SingleTracks: 1

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