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Fatai Rolling Dollar

1927 – 2013

Nigerian musician

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Lived 1927 – 2013 (aged 85). Fatai Rolling Dollar was a Nigerian musician.

Olayiwola Fatai Olagunju, known professionally as Fatai Rolling Dollar (22 July 1927 – 12 June 2013), was a Nigerian jùjú singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, described by the BBC as a "nationally celebrated performer."

Biography He started his musical career in 1953 and mentored a number of musicians, including Ebenezer Obey and the late Orlando Owoh. He was known for his dexterity at playing the guitar. Rolling Dollar's last major hit was "Won Kere Si Number Wa".

In 1957, he formed an eight-piece band called Fatai Rolling Dollar and his African Rhythm Band, and they recorded numerous seven-inch singles for Phillips West Africa Records.

Death He died peacefully in his sleep. He was buried in Ikorodu, Lagos He was the oldest surviving music artist in Nigeria. Jazz Hole (Nig) Ltd. 2004 Won Kere Si Number Jazz Hole (Nig) Ltd. 2010 Beleke 51 Lex Records

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Prince Olayiwola Fatai Olagunju

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Fatai Rolling Dollar?

Nigerian musician

When was Fatai Rolling Dollar born?

Fatai Rolling Dollar was born on 22 July 1927 in Ede.

When did Fatai Rolling Dollar die?

Fatai Rolling Dollar died on 12 June 2013 in Lagos.

What was Fatai Rolling Dollar's occupation?

Fatai Rolling Dollar was a musician.

What nationality was Fatai Rolling Dollar?

Fatai Rolling Dollar was Nigerian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Fatai Rolling Dollar

· Wikidata: Q15993448

· DBpedia: Fatai Rolling Dollar

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