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News of the death of the legendary singer, Fatai Rolling
Dollar, came as a shock to his friends, family members and fans in the early
hours of June 12, 2013. He died at Marritol Hospital, Surulere, Lagos, at the age of 85.
Born, Pa Fatai Olayiwola Olagunju, Fatai Rolling Dollar,
he was relevant in the art scene even at old age.
He began his musical career in 1953, many professional
musicians including Evangelist Ebenezer Obey and Late Dr. Orlando Owoh, amongst
others went through his tutelage. He is one of the pioneers of Juju music genre
in Nigeria
Born on the 22nd July 1926 to the family of late Chief
Olagunju in Ede, Osun State, Won Kere Si
Number Wa
is one of his popular songs
that a lot of people know him with. May his soul rest in peace.
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