K’naan: Biography, Facts and Career
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Keinan Abdi Warsame (Somali: Keynaan Cabdi Warsame; born 1 February 1978), known professionally as K'naan ( KAY-nahn), is a Somali-Canadian rapper, singer-songwriter and filmmaker. He rose to international fame after releasing the single "Wavin' Flag", which was chosen as Coca-Cola's promotional anthem for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Besides hip hop, K'naan's sound is influenced by elements of Somali music and world music. A Grammy Award-winning artist and FIPRESCI Prize-winning director, he is also involved in various philanthropic initiatives.
Quick facts about K’naan
- Full name: K’naan
- Born: 1978-04-16
- Nationality: Canada
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q297693
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Who is K’naan?
Keinan Abdi Warsame (Somali: Keynaan Cabdi Warsame; born 1 February 1978), known professionally as K'naan ( KAY-nahn), is a Somali-Canadian rapper, singer-songwriter and filmmaker.
What nationality is K’naan?
K’naan is Canada.
When was K’naan born?
K’naan was born on 1978-04-16.
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