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Fatai Rolling Dollar
Nigerian Jùjú singer and songwriter (1927–2013)
Fatai Rolling Dollar | |
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| Birth name | Olayiwola Fatai Olagunju |
| Also known as | Fatai Rolling Dollar |
| Born | (1927-07-22)22 July 1927 Isale Eko, Abegede, Lagos, British Nigeria |
| Died | 12 June 2013(2013-06-12) (aged 85) Lagos, Nigeria |
| Genres | Juju, Highlife |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, instrumentalist |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar, vocals |
Musical artist
Olayiwola Fatai Olagunju, known professionally as Fatai Rolling Dollar (22 July 1927 – 12 June 2013), was a Nigerianjùjú 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