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Youssou N'Dour: Voice of Africa

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30/08/2013

BBC Four - Youssou N'Dour: Voice of Africa

Documentary telling the life story of renowned Senegalese singer/composer, Youssou N'Dour.

Film telling the life story of Senegalese singer/composer Youssou N'Dour, with contributions from family, friends and band members, plus archive, home movies and performances.

Documentary telling the remarkable life story of Senegal's most renowned singer/composer, Youssou N'Dour. He found international fame with the song 7 Seconds, but he became the voice of Africa through the emotional power of his songs followed by a dangerous move into politics. The film tracks Youssou's personal journey, with performances and rare footage from around the world, beginning in the remote desert landscape where Youssou chose to announce his return to music in February 2013. Featuring contributions from Youssou himself, his family, friends and band members, Peter Gabriel and Neneh Cherry, plus archive, home movies and performances from throughout his career.

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