“Little Did I Know” – Nana Acheampong Emotionally Recalls His Last Performance With Daddy Lumba
- Nana Acheampong emotionally recalled his final performance with Daddy Lumba, saying he didn’t know it would be their last time on stage together
- The performance took place in 2023 at the KABFAM Legends Night at the Accra International Conference Centre, where they sang their iconic hit "Yɛɛyɛ Aka Akwantuo Mu"
- Acheampong shared the video on Instagram, sparking emotional reactions and heartfelt tributes from fans mourning the late highlife legend
Nana Acheampong, who formed the classic Lumba Brothers music duo with Daddy Lumba in the 1980s, producing countless hits has emotionally recalled sharing the stage with the deceased musician without knowing this would be his last appearance with the departed legend.
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Taking to his official Instagram page, Nana Acheampong, currently 58 years old, shared a video of the performance at the KABFAM Legends Night, held in 2023 at the Accra International Conference Centre.
The two in typical fashion, delivered electric performances as they mounted the stage to sing "Yɛɛyɛ Aka Akwantuo Mu", the first song they recorded together.
"Little did I know this will be our last ever performance together..Menua Charles Kwadwo Fosu, Da Yie," a reflective Nana Achempong posted.
How Daddy Lumba and Nana Achempong met
Daddy Lumba and Nana Acheampong initially met in Germany in the 1980s when Daddy Lumba had traveled there to join his then partner, Theresa, and also chase his dream of being a musician.
It was during this time that he met Nana Acheampong, who was already doing music with the band Talking Dreams.
Daddy Lumba once disclosed that he was a pure gospel musician and did not have much experience in secular music, or even highlife for which he became a legend.
Nana Acheampong introduced him to the genre that launched his career into success.
The duo eventually shared a love for highlife music, and Ghanaian culture made it even easier.
Realising the chemistry between them and their versatile visions, they decided to form a group, and that’s how the Lumba Brothers came to be.
The Lumba Brothers' first studio album was "Yɛɛyɛ Aka Akwantuo Mu," which was released in 1989.
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The album became an instant hit in Ghana. It was also well received by the Ghanaian diaspora who fell in love with it as it depicts the struggles immigrants go through when they travel to seek greener pastures.
The Lumba Brothers went their separate ways after some years together and separated amicably without any grudges.
They even continued to perform together as Daddy Lumba and Nana Acheampong.
Watch the last performance video of Daddy Lumba and Nana Acheampong below:
Reactions to the last Lumba Brothers' performance
This video, shared by Nana Acheampong on Instagram, has sparked emotional reactions from social media users, with many sharing their profound condolences with Nana Acheampong.
Check out the comments on the last performance of the duo below:
Anitarita_love commented:
“Growing up, it was very difficult to differentiate between them ooooo. I didn’t know who was LUMBA and who was NANA ACHEAMPONG till some years later, because their height, complexion, voice, hairstyles, body gestures, everything was the same. Even some music it got to a point I found out it was sang by LUMBA. May your soul rest in peace, Daddy, my EKUONA family brother. Dayie. Much love from New York City 🙏🇺🇸👌🇺🇸🙏.”
Rhoserwaaah commented:
“I always used to get confused by the two of you 💔 I love you both 😘.”
Leoinusah commented:
“To Ghanaians, he is gone, but to you and the family, he is with you in spirit ❤️.”
Christiannaadu commented:
“May the Lord be your comforter in times like these ☹️… and Rest in Peace Daddy Lumba 🕊️.”
Tdeemray commented:
“I’m smiling and tearing up at the same time. 😢😊.”
Nana Acheampong mourns Daddy Lumba
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Nana Acheampong reacted to the demise of his brother, Daddy Lumba, expressing his tributes to him.
He took to social media to mourn the legend, writing a lengthy, heartfelt message to the deceased, his family, and fans.
Daddy Lumba and Nana Acheampong were more than just a music duo; they were brothers from another mother.
Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
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