Usher Receives Honorary Doctor of Music
By Boniface Ihiasota, USA
The Grammy-winning artist, Usher has announced that he was honored by Berklee College of Music, receiving an honorary degree of Doctor of Music.
The R&B icon took to his official Facebook page on Saturday to share the heartwarming moment with his fans.
Expressing gratitude for the recognition, Usher went on to share a message of inspiration to the next generation of artists, producers, vocalists, arrangers, dancers, and more.
He urged them to be courageous in their pursuits and to never let their passion and creativity fade away.
In his words, he said, “Be brave and I hope your spark never goes away.”
In his signature style, Usher also added a touch of humor, quoting one of his popular hits, “They call me D-o-c-t-o-r R-a-y-m-o-n-d.”
The post has since received an outpouring of love and support from fans and industry peers alike.
