One of the biggest musical legends from Africa to date has always been Youssou N’Dour.
He is a fantastic politician who is also of Senegalese origin, along with being a brilliant singer, songwriter, musician, composer, occasional actor, and businessman.
The 63-year-old Senegalese, who was reared in Dakar’s streets, has given the world a gift with his exceptional musical talent.
The next paragraphs focus on the achievements of the music legend placing emphasis on some of his top songs and awards honored him in his music career.
Youssou N’Dour top music
7 Seconds(The Guide (Wommat) · 1994),Birima(Joko: From Village to Town · 2000),Sama Yaye (Ndiadiane Ndiaye · 1982), Serin Fallu (Africa Rekk · 2016), and Xale Bi (Mballax Dafay Wax · 2011) are some his great music tunes
Youssou N’Dour awards
He is a Grammy award winner in the following categories ( Best World Music Album and Best Contemporary World Music Album) and has had these awards in 1993,1995, 2001
and 2004.
Source: celebfaqs.com