Tatadinding Jobarteh died late Saturday afternoon at the Brikama Health Care sending the nation into a state of shock.
Reports had earlier on Saturday emerged of the Kano singer’s passing but those reports turned out to be untrue as he was still alive.
The singer passed away later on Saturday at the Brikama Health Centre where he was receiving medical care.
Gambians have been left devastated by Tata’s death and have been taking to social media networks to pay tribute to a man who many say played second fiddle to only Jaliba Kuyateh in playing the Kora.
Ahmad Gitteh wrote: “This one brought tears. May the most merciful lord forgive all your shortcomings and grant you the highest place in Jannatul-Firdaus.”
Yunus Hydara wrote: “Rest in eternal peace Tata Dingding. Your beautiful songs contributed in enriching my childhood experience and for that I owe you a debt of gratitude. Rest in the heavens.”
Sainey Marenah wrote: “One of Gambia’s most sought after Manding Star and Kora King, Tatadinding Jobarteh has finally passed on few hours after widespread rumors of his death. He will be credited for revolutionizing Manding music with his famous hit song ‘Kano’. May Allah reward him Peace in Jannah Amen.”
