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Nigerian dancer Korra Obidi has caused a stir on social media following her visit to the gravesite of Afrobeat icon Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, where she paid tribute with an energetic dance performance, including a spirited twerk.
Korra shared her experience on Instagram, detailing her recent visit to honor the legendary musician.
In her post, she explained that her dance was a personal tribute to Fela, celebrating his legacy as a lover of dynamic women and expressive dance. She emphasized that her performance was intended as a lighthearted homage to the profound impact he made on music and culture.
Korra twerks at his gravesite
She also mentioned that Seun Kuti, Fela’s son, appreciated her gesture, recognizing it as a fitting tribute in line with Fela’s vibrant and influential lifestyle.
Seun appreciates her offering
According to her, Seun Kuti appreciated the gesture during the visit, acknowledging it as something that aligned with the spirit of Fela’s vibrant lifestyle and cultural influence.
Korra’s tribute has since made the rounds online, with many Nigerians sharing mixed reactions to her unconventional way of honouring the Afrobeat pioneer.
She said …
“We all know that one thing Fela loved was a woman with gyrating hips, so I decided to pay Baba a homage. I decided to shake my ny@sh for Baba. Seun was very happy. He said you guys know what Baba likes but you’ve never given him.
Baba this is a little twerk for you. Your legacy lives on, we love you.”
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