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08/02/2005:

"Femi Kuti - the Man Behind the Music"

Is there a particular concept/message behind this U.S. tour?

Everything - first and foremost is the music and playing the music. The lyrics say what I'm talking about, which is what I see politically, socially, or whatever. Because at the end of the day, it'll hopefully give people energy to be able to deal with their life: went to see a good concert, go home and just be happy, "Whoa, I saw a great show." Hopefully it will stay in their memories, to help them deal.
Full: allafrica.com

Excellent interview. And a musician and human being of substance and stature.