
South Africa, Johannesburg, Obituaries
Lucky Philip Dube
Date of Birth: 03-08-1964 Place of Birth: Ermelo
Lucky Dube, Legendary South African Reggae Musician, was shot during a hijacking in Rosettenville, Johannesburg on Thursday 18 October 2007. One of his first albums, Rastas Never Die, recorded in 1986, was banned by S.A. censors. Recorded a duet with Sinead O'Connor over the internet. Was ranked in over 20 national and international awards for his music and videos. Did not drink or smoke cigarettes or marijuana despite the reputation most Rastafarians bear.

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First published in 1997, this biography covers Lucky Dube’s life and career from childhood to the 1994 general election. The story of this great South African has been updated with tributes from friends and colleagues since his recent tragic death, and tells how an ordinary man followed his dream to become one of this nation’s foremost musicians.