MIRIAM MAKEBA

MIRIAM MAKEBA

Miriam Makeba popularly known as Mama Africa. Was born in1932 to Swazi and Xhosa parents
In South Africa.

She was forced to marriage at 17 years.
The marriage turned to be abusive prompting a divorce.
Having great vocals,
She started singing anti-apartheid songs earning her a global recognition.

In 1959, she featured in the film
“Come Back Africa”
And later on relocated to US where devoted her time to music
And recorded her first complete album.

In 1977, she released her song
“Soweto Blues”
Which hit global waves.
She’s a renowned mistress of Afro Pop music.

In 1990 after abolition of apartheid government,
She returned to South Africa where she featured in the film SARAFINA.

She was the first African to win a Grammy

In her absence,
Her music remain the best.
Her interviews displays her intelligence.
We know why she’s known as Mama Africa.