Angélique Kidjo, 5 time Grammy winner speaks out - interview

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Angelique Kidjo - a Beninese and France-based singer, songwriter, actor and activist - has released 16 albums, won 5 Grammys, been named by Forbes as the first woman on their list of Most Powerful Celebrities in Africa, and has many more accolades to her name... joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Angelique explains why she keeps creating music after being in the industry for all these years, her creative process and much more!
Website - www.kidjo.com
Instagram - @angeliquekidjo
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Twitter - @angeliquekidjo

3 Sep 2024 English South Africa Music Interviews · Entertainment News

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