The Americanization of Ooga Booga

Album by Hugh Masekela

The Americanization of Ooga Booga is an album by South African trumpeter Hugh Masekela, released in 1966. The record blends jazz trumpet-led arrangements with R&B, soul and African rhythmic influences, reflecting Masekela's work in the United States as he began fusing African musical elements with contemporary American styles.

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  1. 1.
    Bajabula Bonke (Healing Song)
    7:12
  2. 2.
    Dzinorabiro (The Good Old Days)
    5:57
  3. 3.
    Unhlanhla (Lucky Boy)
    5:01
  4. 4.
    Cantelope Island
    5:04
  5. 5.
    U-Dwi (Song for My Mother)
    5:10
  6. 6.
    Masquenada
    6:18
  7. 7.
    Abangoma (Song of Praise)
    3:35
  8. 8.
    Myxolydia
    6:14

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