Angélique Kidjo Takes Africa to the World Again, Bags Laureate of Polar Music Prize
By Boniface Ihiasota, USA
The one and only Angélique Kidjo, a true icon of the global music scene, has just been awarded the prestigious Polar Music Prize – the highest honor in the world of music!
And that’s not all: Kidjo shares this incredible accolade with none other than Chris Blackwell, the legendary founder of Island Records who discovered her and helped launch her career.
But wait, there’s more: Kidjo’s co-laureate is none other than the great composer Arvo Pärt – what an amazing trio of talent! It’s truly a momentous occasion, and Kidjo herself couldn’t be prouder, as she expressed on her verified Facebook page:
In her words: “❤️So proud to be the laureate of the Polar Music Prize (the most prestigious music prize in the world!) along with my musical godfather Chris Blackwell (the founder of Island Records who discovered me!) and along with the great composer #Arvopärt.
“Thanks to all my fans, my family, my team and to the African continent which has inspired me and supported me all these years!!! ❤️❤️.”
Angélique Kpasseloko Hinto Hounsinou Kandjo Manta Zogbin Kidjo was born July 14, 1960. Popularly known as Angélique Kidjo, is a Beninese-French singer-songwriter, actress, and activist noted for her diverse musical influences and creative music videos.
Kidjo was born into a family of performing artists. Her father was a musician, and her mother worked as a choreographer and theatre director.
Amazingly, Kidjo has won five Grammy Awards.
From al of us at Excel Magazine International, we say congratulations, Angelique Kidjo, Chris Blackwell, and Arvo Pärt – you are truly the masters of your craft and an inspiration to us all!
