Mama Africa

Miriam Makeba died the way I'd like to think a lot of musicians would choose: while singing one of her greatest hits.A lot of other people will say a lot more knowledgeable things about her life and accomplishments than I could. But I can say this for sure: she was a master at creating those moments when, as a listener, you sit up, take notice, and realize that somehow, you've been connected to something much bigger than yourself. This video from Paul Simon's Graceland concert is a perfect example.