- Femi Kuti has shared the difficult period his family went through following the deaths of his father, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, sister Shola Kuti, and a cousin.
- Femi recounted how people predicted that 12 members of his family would die in quick succession after these losses.
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Grammy-nominated afrobeat musician Femi Kuti has shared the difficult period his family went through following the deaths of his father, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, sister Shola Kuti, and a cousin.
During an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Femi recounted how people predicted that 12 members of his family would die in quick succession after these losses.
As the eldest son, Femi faced immense pressure to remain strong throughout this trying time.
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Femi also revealed that amidst the crisis, his wife Funke left him, adding to the emotional turmoil he was already experiencing.
Many believed that Femi would lose his sanity in the face of these challenges.
Reflecting on the period, Femi expressed gratitude for the experience, acknowledging that it played a significant role in shaping him into the person he is today.
The internal family problems and the predictions of further tragedy tested his resilience and inner strength.
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Despite the hardships, Femi Kuti persevered and continued his musical journey, leaving a mark on the global music scene.
