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A Legacy of Resistance: The Impact of Tragedy on Fela Kuti's Music

This chapter details the harrowing police raid on Fela Kuti's home that resulted in his mother's tragic death, igniting his revolutionary spirit. In the aftermath, Fela's music evolved into a powerful protest against government oppression, leading to the establishment of the Kalakuta Republic and its enduring cultural legacy.

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