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Who is Wes? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Wes Madiko (15 January 1964 – 25 June 2021), better known mononymously as Wes, was a Cameroonian musician. He is probably best known among Western audiences for his cover of "Upendi", from The Lion King II: Simba's Pride, as well as work with Deep Forest and his own 1997 hit "Alane" produced by Michel Sanchez.

Quick facts about Wes

  • Full name: Wes
  • Born: 1964-01-15
  • Nationality: France
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q349703

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Wes?

Wes Madiko (15 January 1964 – 25 June 2021), better known mononymously as Wes, was a Cameroonian musician.

What nationality is Wes?

Wes is France.

When was Wes born?

Wes was born on 1964-01-15.

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