Coffin for Head of State

Fela Kuti
Coffin for Head of State (1981)
Intense 140 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range8/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Energetic Afrobeat rhythms with layered horns, percussion, and call-and-response vocals create a driving, immersive soundscape; saxophone solos add vibrant texture without harsh abrasion.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsmild

A politically charged Afrobeat protest song recounting Fela Kuti's delivery of a symbolic coffin to Nigerian military leader Obasanjo's barracks in response to the army raid that killed his mother.

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Moods: cathartic, energetic, rebellious

Traditions: Afrobeat

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