Last March 6,2009 the Philippines lost a jewel,the Sultan of Pinoy Rap Francis Magalona passed away.
Francis M is an icon and a music legend who spearheaded the rap music genre in the Philippines during the late 80’s and early 90’s.He opened the doors for local rap artists and he is also the first filipino to merge rap with rock.His music has a very distinct elements as he composed songs with positive and patriotic messages.Not only that he is a creative genius,he is an actor,a host,a great photographer ,a businessman.But what I admired most in this person was being a great husband and father.
Francis M is an icon and a music legend who spearheaded the rap music genre in the Philippines during the late 80’s and early 90’s.He opened the doors for local rap artists and he is also the first filipino to merge rap with rock.His music has a very distinct elements as he composed songs with positive and patriotic messages.Not only that he is a creative genius,he is an actor,a host,a great photographer ,a businessman.But what I admired most in this person was being a great husband and father.
I will always remember Francis because of the song”Mga Kababayan”,as it surged to the charts in 1990 every body knows the dance craze called “the running man” including me.And the song “Kaleidoscope World” which is a staple in my ipod together with “ Super Proxy” and” Bow Wow Wow”.
The Master Rapper a true cultural icon ,will be missed but his legacy will stay in the hearts of the Filipinos.
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