Bikutsi

Bikutsi is a musical style and traditional dance from Cameroon, originating from the Bantu peoples. The term comes from the onomatopoeia bi-kutsi imitating the rhythm of hands striking skin. It is dance music, used during festivals and community ceremonies.

Artists like Richard Bona and modern Cameroonian groups have incorporated it into pop versions. Bikutsi is popular in Central Africa and has influenced the Cameroonian music scene.

References

• Wikipedia — Bikutsi
• Guide Stern, Ch. 17 (Cameroon)