Mohamed Said Ngana (Mr. Bado) is a musician and music producer who draws from his musical background and coastal heritage to create a unique sound.
Photo by Josh Weilepp, Ralph Rinzler Folklife Archives and Collections, Smithsonian Institution
Known for both his impressive music career and his work as a music producer, Mohamed Said Ngana a.k.a. Mr. Bado is involved in all aspects of music. His father was a famous singer and composer, and now Bado draws from his musical background and coastal heritage to create a unique sound. He has released a number of hits, such as “Shemeji” and “Susumila,” which earned him a spot on Safaricom Live in 2010.
