Name: The rhythm of Afrobeat
Uploaded: 2018-03-23T12:08:19Z
Duration: 12 min 15 s
Description: From Beyoncé to Drake and beyond, the world is rocking to the rhythm of Afrobeat. Feel the music as Kenyan afro-pop superstars Sauti Sol take the TED stage to perform three songs: "Live and Die in Afrika," "Sura Yako" and "Kuliko Jana."

From Beyoncé to Drake and beyond, the world is rocking to the rhythm of Afrobeat. Feel the music as Kenyan afro-pop superstars Sauti Sol take the TED stage to perform three songs: "Live and Die in Afrika," "Sura Yako" and "Kuliko Jana."

The rhythm of Afrobeat

Afrobeat has become a global force, inspiring top artists like Beyoncé and Drake while transforming cultural identity for an entire generation. Once, Kenyan teenagers covered Boyz II Men; today, African groups headline their own world tours and even perform for presidents. This shift signals a new confidence as African music, style, and language set the rhythm for audiences worldwide. Songs that once spread locally now spark viral moments and spiritual connection across continents.