- Daddy Lumba’s Mpempem Do Me is featured in King Charles III’s playlist
- The song joins tracks by icons like Beyoncé and Bob Marley
- With 1.4M YouTube views, Daddy Lumba’s legacy as a Highlife pioneer is global
Legendary Highlife musician Daddy Lumba has been honored with royal recognition as his hit song Mpempem Do Me is included in King Charles III’s special playlist for Commonwealth Day.
Curated in collaboration with Apple Music, the playlist showcases songs that bring joy to the British monarch and are described as making it “incredibly hard to sit still.”
Daddy Lumba’s 2008 track is featured at number seven on the 17-song list, which also includes tracks from global icons like Beyoncé, Diana Ross, Bob Marley, Grace Jones, and Davido.
By including Mpempem Do Me, King Charles III highlights his appreciation for diverse musical cultures, with the aim of resonating with people across the Commonwealth.
Uploaded to Daddy Lumba’s official YouTube channel four years ago, the song has already amassed over 1.4 million views, showcasing its enduring popularity. Through its lyrics, the artist reflects on both his admirers and critics, while remaining focused on the love and recognition he continues to receive.
As a pioneer of Highlife music, Daddy Lumba is widely regarded as one of Ghana’s greatest musicians, with a remarkable discography of about 34 albums.
His music career began at the age of 16 in a church choir, later forming the Lumba Brothers band before launching a successful solo career.
This recognition from King Charles III further solidifies Daddy Lumba’s global influence, highlighting the international reach of his music.
