Music
26 November 2024
Four Decades Later, Angélique Kidjo is Still Raising the Bar
The iconic Beninese musician talks to OkayAfrica about her sound, message and the responsibility of true legacy.
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30 August 2024
Angelique Kidjo and Davido Thrill With Positivity on “JOY”
The legendary Beninese French singer creates a feel-good classic with a famous Nigerian guest.
Music
12 July 2024
Listen to Angélique Kidjo's New Single, “Sunlight To My Soul”
The Grammy-winning singer and songwriter dazzles in new single “Sunlight To My Soul” featuring Soweto Gospel Choir, written by Diane Warren and produced by Shizzi.
Music
26 January 2024
Mr Eazi and Angélique Kidjo Join Forces In the New Visuals For "Òròkórò"
The Nigerian star and Beninese French icon collaborate on the single off Mr Eazi’s latest album, Evil Genius.
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28 September 2023
Stonebwoy and Angelique Kidjo Join Forces for "Manodzi" Music Video
Stonebwoy and Angelique Kidjo unite for "Manodzi" video, a transcendent fusion celebrating African music's global reach.
Music
28 March 2023
Angélique Kidjo Will Receive 2023 Polar Music Prize
The Beninese icon will receive the prestigious award for her notable work in music, as well as her charitable work advocating for children.
Music
03 February 2023
Angélique Kidjo & Ibrahim Maalouf Connect Timeless Messages in ‘Queen of Sheba’
The iconic collaborators discuss their Best Global Music-nominated album ahead of the Grammy Awards and reveal lessons from their long years of music-making.
Music
06 April 2022
The Grammys Have Yet to Figure Out Their Place In the Global Music Conversation
The awards continue to center the Western-gaze when it comes to African and "global" music.
Music
03 April 2022
Black Coffee & Angélique Kidjo Win 2022 Grammy Awards
In the Best Global Music Album and Best Dance/Electronic Music Album categories.
Music
10 February 2022
Angelique Kidjo & Burna Boy Put On A Spirited Display In New Video For 'Do Yourself'
The music video comes as the single received a nomination for Best Global Music Performance at this year's Grammy Music Awards ceremony.
Music
23 November 2021
Wizkid, Tems, Black Coffee & More Nominated For 2022 Grammy Awards
See the full list of African artists honored during Tuesday's nomination ceremony.
USA
03 November 2021
Angélique Kidjo Is Playing NYC's Famed Carnegie Hall
Catch the Beninese icon live this week alongside Josh Groban, Andra Day, Cyndi Lauper, Philip Glass, EARTHGANG, and Ibrahim Maalouf.
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