One of the worst things that has happened to Africa, musically speaking, is We Are The World. Saccharine lyrics, simple melody and yes, of course, that earworm refrain. It sticks in memory but rather like any ditty written for soap advertisements.
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Youssou N’Dour for president?
If you haven’t read it yet – here is Bram Posthumus’ exclusive interview with Senegalese presidential hopeful Youssou N’Dour.
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