African Quote by Laura Mvula

“I come from an African Caribbean background. I've been influenced by a reggae church music style, contemporary gospel, and rock all fused together.” quote by Laura Mvula — Download Open image

“I come from an African Caribbean background. I've been influenced by a reggae church music style, contemporary gospel, and rock all fused together.”

Laura Mvula

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