Fatai Rolling Dollar
Fatai Rolling Dollar | |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Fatai Rolling Dollar |
| Born | Olayiwola Fatai Olagunju 22 July 1927 |
| Died | 12 June 2013 (aged 85) Lagos, Nigeria |
| Genres | Juju, Highlife |
| Occupations | Singer-songwriter, instrumentalist |
| Instruments | Guitar, vocals |
Olayiwola Fatai Olagunjuⓘ, known professionally as Fatai Rolling Dollar (22 July 1927 – 12 June 2013), was a Nigerian jùjú singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, described by the BBC as a "nationally celebrated performer."[1][2][3]
Biography
He started his musical career in 1953 and mentored a number of musicians including Ebenezer Obey and the late Orlando Owoh. He was known for his dexterity at playing the guitar. Rolling Dollar's last major hit was "Won Kere Si Number Wa".
In 1957, he formed an eight-piece band called Fatai Rolling Dollar and his African Rhythm Band, and they recorded numerous seven-inch singles for Phillips West Africa Records.[4]
Death
He died peacefully in his sleep. He was buried in Ikorodu, Lagos[5] He was the oldest surviving music artist in Nigeria.[4]
Discography
Album
| Year | Album title | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Returns[6] | Jazz Hole (Nig) Ltd. |
| 2004 | Won Kere Si Number[7] | Jazz Hole (Nig) Ltd. |
| 2010 | Beleke[8] | 51 Lex Records |
References
- ^ "Fatai Rolling Dollar dies: Nigeria's Jonathan pays tribute". BBC News. 13 June 2013.
- ^ Samuel Abulude, "Nigeria: Pa Fatai Rolling Dollar – a Music Icon", AllAfrica, 16 June 2013.
- ^ ""Last pictures of Fatai Rolling Dollars", whisperNigeria.net". Retrieved 26 February 2014.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link) - ^ a b "Highlife singer, Fatai Rolling Dollar dies @ 85", Vanguard, 12 June 2013.
- ^ Njoku, Benjamin; Aina, Iyabo (13 June 2013). "Fatai Rolling Dollar buried". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 14 November 2014.
- ^ Fatai Rolling Dollar releases 'Return'
- ^ Fatai Rolling Dollar - Won Kere Si Number
- ^ 51Lex Records Presents Beleke - Apple Music