Garfield explained that Fela’s revolutionary background and commitment to justice also helped him connect with Peter Parker’s character. He said some of his movements while wearing the Spider-Man suit were inspired by Fela and his music.
The actor made the revelation while discussing his music choices for film roles in a video published by the Trackstar Show. Fela’s 1975 song “Water No Get Enemy” was played during the discussion.
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British actor Andrew Garfield has revealed that Fela Kuti’s music influenced his physical portrayal of Spider-Man and helped him connect with the character’s sense of justice. Andrew Garfield has revealed that the music of late Nigerian Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti influenced his portrayal of Spider-Man. The British actor said he began listening to Fela’s music after taking on...
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- British actor Andrew Garfield has revealed that Fela Kuti’s music influenced his physical portrayal of Spider-Man and helped him connect with the character’s sense of justice.
- Andrew Garfield has revealed that the music of late Nigerian Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti influenced his portrayal of Spider-Man.
- The British actor said he began listening to Fela’s music after taking on the superhero role and found its rhythm useful in developing the character’s physicality.Garfield explained that Fela’s revolutionary background and commitment to justice also helped him connect with Peter Parker’s character.
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British actor Andrew Garfield has revealed that Fela Kuti’s music influenced his physical portrayal of Spider-Man and helped him connect with the character’s sense of justice. Andrew Garfield has revealed that the music of late Nigerian Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti influenced his portrayal of Spider-Man. The British actor said he began listening to Fela’s music after taking on...
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September 30, 2026
