Ghanaian highlife icon Daddy Lumba has once again gained international recognition as his classic hit Mpempem Do Me is featured on King Charles III’s specially curated Apple Music playlist for Commonwealth Day 2025.
The playlist, designed to celebrate the rich and diverse musical heritage of Commonwealth nations, showcases a carefully selected collection of songs from across the 56 member states.
This recognition places Daddy Lumba, renowned for his distinctive voice and timeless highlife rhythms, among a distinguished group of African artists included in the King’s playlist.
Originally released in 2008, Mpempem Do Me quickly became a household favorite, solidifying Daddy Lumba’s reputation as one of Ghana’s most cherished highlife musicians.
With its soulful melodies, profound lyrics, and signature highlife instrumentation, the song has remained a fan favorite over the years.
Daddy Lumba, born Charles Kwadwo Fosu, has been a dominant force in Ghana’s music industry for over four decades.
Boasting a career spanning over 30 albums, he is widely recognized as a pioneer of modern highlife, skillfully blending traditional rhythms with contemporary influences.
Curated by Apple Music in collaboration with the Royal Household, the playlist serves as a tribute to the diverse musical traditions of the Commonwealth.