As far as those kinds of things, I also played at the concert to call for the release of Nelson Mandela when he was a political prisoner in South Africa. We were celebrating his 70th birthday and calling for his release.

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In this quote, the speaker mentions their participation in a concert aimed at raising awareness and demanding the release of Nelson Mandela, who was then a political prisoner in South Africa. The concert served a dual purpose: celebrating Mandela's 70th birthday and advocating for his freedom. The quote highlights the speaker's personal involvement in advocating for social justice and supporting Mandela's cause through music and performance.

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