As with the American Indian, the Australian Aboriginal has diverse tribal customs and beliefs + different languages in different regions of the country.
Mandawuy Yunupingu was the lead singer here. His 'mob' were from Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory of Australia. He was also a teacher and school principal with a BA in Education. He died at the age of 56 years from kidney disease which is prevalent in some aboriginal communities. This song was 'Song of the Year' at the 1992 ARIA (Australian Recording Industry Association) Awards. .Paul Kelly helped to write the song.
So glad you came back to this one and saw it in all its glory
You spoke very well about this song, especially coz it being foreign to you. thank you.
I saw Yothu Yindi play at The Whiskey wya back when. They were awesome live!
As with the American Indian, the Australian Aboriginal has diverse tribal customs and beliefs + different languages in different regions of the country.
Mandawuy Yunupingu was the lead singer here. His 'mob' were from Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory of Australia. He was also a teacher and school principal with a BA in Education. He died at the age of 56 years from kidney disease which is prevalent in some aboriginal communities. This song was 'Song of the Year' at the 1992 ARIA (Australian Recording Industry Association) Awards. .Paul Kelly helped to write the song.
He was a real aboriginal...not like the pretend ones in Canberra cashing in
Thanks!
When I first heard it, it hit me iin the stomach. I love it. Got two of their LPs. This just reminds me to get more.
And a very young Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu on keys. Another amazing artist gone too soon.
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