FAQ About Fela Kuti
How did Fela Kuti's upbringing influence his music and activism?
Fela Kuti was raised in a politically active family. His mother, Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, was a prominent feminist and anti-colonial activist, and his father, Reverend Israel Oludotun Ransome-Kuti, was a teacher and Anglican minister. This environment of activism and political engagement heavily influenced Fela's worldview and inspired him to use music as a tool for advocacy.
