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“Thank God for salvation” – Reactions as throwback video of Mercy Chinwo performing Fela’s ‘Zombie’ surfaces
A throwback video of popular gospel singer, Mercy Chinwo performing Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti’s hit track, “Zombie,” has surfaced online and gone viral.
The gospel singer, who rose to prominence after winning the popular talent show Nigeria Idol in 2012, is seen on stage in the viral clip energetically performing Fela’s Zombie.
The “Obinasom” crooner was brought on stage in a box, and after it was opened, she popped out and gave an electrifying performance that wowed the audience and judges.
The judges were impressed by Mercy Chinwo’s energetic performance, such that Fela Kuti’s eldest son, Femi Kuti, who was one of the judges, praised her performance.
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