Fela Ransome Kuti, later known as Fela Anikulapo Kuti, was a pioneering Nigerian musician, bandleader, and activist widely regarded as the father of Afrobeat—a dynamic fusion of jazz, funk, highlife, and traditional African rhythms. Emerging in the 1960s, Fela used his electrifying performances and politically charged lyrics to challenge corruption and inequality in Nigeria. Leading legendary ensembles like Africa 70 and Egypt 80, his influence extended far beyond music, inspiring generations of artists and social movements worldwide through his fearless artistry and unyielding spirit.