Review by Monique Grider

Lady Shakara, the album by Fela Ransome Kuti & Africa 70, is a masterpiece of Afrobeat music. Released in 1975, this album features some of Kuti's most iconic tracks, including the title track "Lady Shakara," "Igbe," and "Ororo."

The album is characterized by Kuti's signature blend of traditional African rhythms, jazz, and funk, all infused with his politically charged lyrics. The music is at once danceable and thought-provoking, with Kuti's lyrics addressing issues of corruption, poverty, and oppression in Nigerian society.

The standout track on the album is undoubtedly "Lady Shakara," a funky, upbeat song that showcases Kuti's talent for crafting catchy hooks and infectious rhythms. The song is a tribute to a beautiful woman, but also serves as a commentary on the way in which women are objectified and commodified in Nigerian society.

Summary by Monique Grider

Lady Shakara is a must-have album for fans of Afrobeat music, and a testament to Fela Ransome Kuti's enduring legacy as one of the most important figures in African music history.