Lucky Dube—Reggae Strong Interview 1989

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Our first interview with Lucky Dube took place in May, 1989, at the very start of his first U.S. tour. Lucky was 25 years old and had just arrived in New York. We'd heard his album "Slave"--that's why we wanted to interview him, but we'd never even seen him perform yet...he was scheduled to perform for the first time at SOB's that coming weekend. As has been documented elsewhere, he brought down the house that night and I'm pretty sure that was repeated at every stop on that tour (and the next, and the next...)

As far as I know, this appearance on Reggae Strong marked Lucky's very first television broadcast in America. Watching this interview now, I am struck by the simplicity of his rapport with Stafford and his lack of pretension; a quality that remained with him as his star rose higher and higher.

It brings a lump to my throat to hear Lucky speak about "the rest of his life" here. In a better world, it should have been much longer.

Rest in Peace and Love, Lucky Dube and Stafford Ashani.

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All Comments (21)
  • @johnopiyo4103
    RIP Soldier....For me this is the Best Reggae artist in the world.
  • @shadrackdimata
    As a Kenyan reggae musician, I truly cherish this mentor of mine. He is the guy behind my music. Im continuing with the mantle you left. Rest in power Rasta
  • @josh44steve35
    I tell you the truth lucky dude was the world greatest rage ❤
  • @ASKAI200
    2:30 his face is just lovely, a man who doesn't deserve to die the way he did..
  • @bracecil2769
    he is not alive but his music never dies long live lucky
  • @AmelioPoggy
    I bought myself a first radio when I got a job just to listen to him sing. I miss him so much. RIP bro.🙏
  • @obamike
    Lucky Dube still plays everywhere😊
  • @FredGDangote
    This guy is so humble,from the talk,dressing simple.This guy is a legend. I remember watching him,his music full of inspiration.till today its there and forever it'll be generation to generation.
  • @DamaniDanDadar
    I've listened to him for years but this is the first time I've heard him speak.Very eloquent, very thoughtful, very intelligent. Beautiful Afro-English accent! Your music lives on. Rest in peace.
  • @kelvinsteven5829
    How this man don't have a Movie, a Documentary or something? He was a giant I Hope one day they give his legacy the respect it deserves. Long Live Dube
  • @georgekangara5539
    This man was a real icon of Africa, it's sad someone just had to take his soul away. A precious gift he was to us, may his soul continue RIP
  • @ulrikemorgan1195
    Yesterday was the KING birthday happy b day Lucky Dube you are still an inspiration to the world today no one can fill your shoes no one can take your place we miss you so much you are irreplaceable we will always remember and love you you are the one we celebrate his life cuz the Almighty God has chosen you to be his messenger we still be crying for him today we will forever remember you we miss u so much Lucky Dube day forever 🇿🇦 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦
  • @nicksona877
    I started listening to his music like a month ago n I can't stop...I wanted to try reggae but couldn't relate with all the one I tried out until I tapped into his music n it lightened up my soul 😊 and from my experience so far he's the best reggae artist to ever live.
  • @antwidesmond9602
    Am in tears while watching him i miss you luck dube😢😢😢😢
  • @Luther462
    He is the GOAT when it comes to raggae music