About: Daudi Kabaka

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Daudi Kabaka (1939–2001) was a Kenyan vocalist and musician. The type of music he is known for is called Benga, a popular style in East Africa. His best-known songs include "African Twist", "Harambee Harambee" and "Western Shilo". His song "Helule Helule" was covered by The Tremeloes and it became a hit in United Kingdom.

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  • Daudi Kabaka (1939–2001) was a Kenyan vocalist and musician. The type of music he is known for is called Benga, a popular style in East Africa. His best-known songs include "African Twist", "Harambee Harambee" and "Western Shilo". His song "Helule Helule" was covered by The Tremeloes and it became a hit in United Kingdom. Daudi Kabaka is also known for his Kenyan classic "Harambee Harambee" which largely reflects the aspirations of post-colonial Kenya to build their nation.One of his famous songs; "Msichana wa Elimu" is still popularly played in the Kenyan media houses as it advises about marriage.He collaborated with John Nzenze on three songs: "Masista", "Bachelor Boy" and "Nyumba za Tobacco". These songs were released by Jambo Records and became hits. Kabaka released the album Pesa Maradhi Ya Moyo with Maroon Commandos in 1986. (en)
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  • Daudi Kabaka (1939–2001) was a Kenyan vocalist and musician. The type of music he is known for is called Benga, a popular style in East Africa. His best-known songs include "African Twist", "Harambee Harambee" and "Western Shilo". His song "Helule Helule" was covered by The Tremeloes and it became a hit in United Kingdom. (en)
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  • Daudi Kabaka (en)
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