Name Daudi Kabaka Role Singer | Died 2001, Nairobi, Kenya | |
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Albums Golden Zilizopendwa (Twist and Twist Again) Similar People Fadhili William, John Nzenze, Maroon Commandos, David Robert, Fundi Konde | ||
Daudi Kabaka (1939–2000) was a singer born in Kenya.
The type of music he is known for is called Benga, a popular style in East Africa. His best-known songs include "African Twist", "Harambee Harambee" and "Western Shilo".
His song "Helule Helule" was covered by The Tremeloes and it became a hit in United Kingdom.
Daudi Kabaka is also known for his Kenyan classic "Harambee Harambee" which largely reflects the aspirations of post-colonial Kenya to build their nation.
He collaborated with John Nzenze on three songs: Masista, Bachelor Boy and Nyumba za Tobacco. These songs were released by Jambo Records and became hits. Kabaka released the album "Pesa Maradhi Ya Moyo" with Maroon Commandos in 1986.
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