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Vusi Mahlasela canta "Thula Mama"
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O compositor e cantor sul africano Vusi Mahlasela dedica sua canção "Thula Mama" a todas as mulheres - com uma menção especial a sua avó, que demonstrou assombrosa coragem ao enfrentar a opressão da polícia na era do apartheid. Sua história, sua voz e sua música vão deixar você sem palavras.
South African singer-songwriter Vusi Mahlasela was a crucial artistic voice during the fight against apartheid, and now in the new modern-day nation. Blending traditional African music with soul and blues, his music showcases powerful vocals and poetic lyrics. Full bio »
Translated into Portuguese, Brazilian by Eduardo Carvalho
Reviewed by Maria Cristina Krüger
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