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“I always make the joke that I go home, to one of my homes, to go and do laundry so I can go on the road again.”

Quote by Hugh Masekela

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Hugh Masekela, born on April 4, 1939, in Johannesburg, South Africa, is a renowned South African jazz trumpeter and composer. His musical career spanned over half a century, and he is known for his unique musical style and contributions to South African music. more

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