Lebo M.

Biography

Lebohang Morake, known as Lebo M, is a South African producer and composer, known for his songwriting and vocal work on the soundtracks to films such as The Lion King, The Power of One and Outbreak and numerous stage productions. He was recommended to Disney by Hans Zimmer, the composer of both adaptations of The Lion King, and formed and conducted the African choir that sang for the films.

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Awards & recognition

• ★Grammy Award — Best Arrangement, Instrumental and Vocals · 1995
• ★South African Music Awards
• ☆Drama Desk Award — Outstanding Musical · 1998 · nominated
• ☆Tony Award — Best Original Score · 1998 · nominated
• ☆Golden Raspberry Award — Worst Original Song · 1995 · nominated