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Raekwon the Chef and JD Era jump on the beat for the ninth (!) single off Michael Jackson's 1987 classic Bad LP. Each MC serenades their ideal female in a slightly more to-the-point way than MJ did his West African girl. Stream and grab the Okay-dubbed "Liberian Girl (Shaolin Cut)" below and watch the ridiculously celeb-studded clip for the original above.
As more West African artists create sounds that inspire internet trends and extend their longevity, others are experimenting with new forms and doubling down on storytelling. Read ahead for the best West African music of the year so far.
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OkayAfrica is the premiere digital platform bringing the worlds of African music, art, culture, style, sports and politics to a global audience. Founded in 2010 as an extension of Okayplayer, OkayAfrica serves as a cultural bridge to foster deeper understanding of the continent, while also building meaningful connections with its diaspora.
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