Which of the following musicians contributed greatly to the development of reggae music?

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Music - 2025 Subject: Music

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Which of the following musicians contributed greatly to the development of reggae music?

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Lucky Dube (1964-2007) was a South African musician who contributed greatly to the development and popularisation of reggae music in Africa and worldwide. He is widely regarded as one of the most successful reggae artists ever to come from the African continent. His albums, including Prisoner, House of Exile, and Taxman, brought reggae to audiences across Africa, Europe, and beyond.

Lucky Dube's music drew on the roots reggae tradition pioneered by Bob Marley, adapting it with African themes and sensibilities. He sang in Zulu, English, and Afrikaans, and used his music to address social issues such as apartheid, poverty, and injustice.

The other musicians listed are associated with different African genres. Kofi Olomide and Awilo Longomba are Congolese artists known for soukous and Congolese rumba. Manu Dibango was a Cameroonian saxophonist and vibraphonist famous for Afro-jazz and makossa, particularly his hit "Soul Makossa."

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