Today marks the birthday celebration of super talented and versatile Nigerian French musician; Asa. Asa was born Bukola Elemide. though born in France, she spent her early years in Lagos, before proceeding back to Paris, as a teenager.
She was inspired by sounds from Marvin Gaye, Fela Kuti, Bob Marley, Aretha Franklin, King Sunny Adé, Diana Ross, Nina Simone, Miriam Makeba.
Till date, she has released about four albums and also announced the release of her fifth album on Instagram saying;
“I have waited a long time to share this with you. My new album #LUCID out October 11”.
Happy Birthday!!!