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About
Singer and civil rights activist known for songs that inspired the ethnic Oromo group's fight against repression. His songs were considered a soundtrack for anti-government protests. His popular songs included "Maalan Jira!," "Jirra!" and "Jirtuu."
Before Fame
At age 17, he was arrested for protesting and imprisoned at Karchale Ambo.
Trivia
He was shot in Addis Ababa and taken to a hospital after the attack. Hundreds of people congregated at the hospital and protests broke out throughout Ethiopia.
Family Life
In 2020, he married Fantu Demisse. They had two daughters.
Associated With
He and Mahmoud Ahmed both became famous Ethiopian singers.
