I look at a stream and I see myself: a native South African, flowing irresistibly over hard obstacles until they become smooth and, one day, disappear - flowing from an origin that has been forgotten toward an end that will never be.Better than any of my words, the following videos (thanks to those who offer to share them) will let you understand, perhaps even feel why I would feel deep respect for this woman, since I happened to hear her voice for the first time.
Miriam Makeba [March 4th, 1932 - November 10th, 2008]
UN [1963]
Soweto Blues [1966]
Khawuleza [1966]
Pata Pata
Did she die? I had no idea. I have always loved this woman's powerful voice and have several of her CD's.
ReplyDeleteI think I found her through Paul Simon when she sang with him. Thanks for the information and the wonderful videos.
A sad loss Sean. She will be missed
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely post. She was a most dignified and beautiful woman. A sad loss.
ReplyDeleteA lovely tribute Sean :-)
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Yes, a wonderful courageous woman she was. And a great artist. What a mixture! :)
I love this music Sean. The world has lost a special soul.
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