August 3, 1964 – October 18, 2007
Ermelo ‘Lucky’ Dube was one of South Africa’s best selling artiste, and one of the most outspoken performers. He initially sang in the traditional Zulu mbaganga style, his move to reggae in 1984 was sparked by his quest to express his anger against the oppression of apartheid.
He sang powerfully in English about social problems, the blacks’ struggle, and God’s greatness. With the song “Together as One” he became the first black artist in South Africa to be played on a white radio station. His albums “Slave” and “Prisoner”, both sold over half-a-million copies and are the best selling discs ever in South Africa. On October 18, 2007, Lucky Dube was shot and killed in Johannesburg.
Hits include:
- “My Game”
- “Together As One”
- “Romeo”
- “Truth in The World”