@9jabackthen: Majekodunmi Fasheke (1963–2020),** known to the world as *Majek Fashek*, was a legendary Edo-born musician who helped pioneer reggae in Nigeria during the 1980s—a time when highlife and juju music still held sway. Deeply inspired by Bob Marley, Majek not only adopted a similar sound but also mirrored the reggae icon’s message of unity, resistance, and liberation. His powerful 1991 track *"So Long for Too Long"* resonated across Africa and beyond, delivering a bold political and pan-African message. It urged Africans—both on the continent and in the diaspora—to rise and reclaim their power. That same year, he released the album *"Spirit of Love"* under the American label Interscope Records, cementing his international status. Majek Fashek also used his music as a platform for activism. His song *"Free Africa, Free Mandela"* became an anthem for justice, calling for the release of Nelson Mandela and the end of apartheid in South Africa. In 1992, Majek made history by performing *"So Long for Too Long"* on the *David Letterman Show*—his first appearance on US national television—marking a significant milestone in his global reach. On June 1, 2020, the Rainmaker passed away peacefully in his sleep in New York City at the age of 57, after battling esophageal cancer. Rest on, Rainmaker, Your voice still echoes, and your message lives on. 🕊🤍 #9jabackthen #naija #naijamusic #naijamusician #naijathrowback #throwbacknaija #naijatiktok #naijatiktoksquad #naijatiktokers #tiktok9ja #9jatiktokers #cuffingseason #cuffitchallenge #cuffit #9jatiktok

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