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Singer, actress, and activist Angélique Kidjo explores the roots of Afrobeat

Singer, actress, and activist Angélique Kidjo explores the roots of Afrobeat through the music of Manu Dibango, Ebo Taylor, James Brown, plus many more.

Beninese singer, actress, and activist Angélique Kidjo is known for her striking voice, electric stage presence, and her fluency in multiple languages. She’s a creative force, having released 16 albums and winning five Grammy Awards.

Her playlist Roots of Afrobeat explores the origins of the genre through the music of Manu Dibango, Ebo Taylor, James Brown, plus many more.

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Music Played

  • James Brown

    Papa Don’t Take No Mess

  • William Onyeabor

    Fantastic Man

  • PolyRythmo

    Gbeto Vivi

  • Gnonnas Pedro

    Dadje Von O Von Non

  • Manu Dibango

    Soul Makossa

  • Ebo Taylor

    You Need Love

  • Angélique Kidjo

    Black Ivory Soul

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