Singer, actress, and activist Ang茅lique Kidjo explores the roots of Afrobeat
Singer, actress, and activist Ang茅lique Kidjo explores the roots of Afrobeat through the music of Manu Dibango, Ebo Taylor, James Brown, plus many more.
Beninese singer, actress, and activist Ang茅lique Kidjo is known for her striking voice, electric stage presence, and her fluency in multiple languages. She鈥檚 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.
Music Played
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James Brown
Papa Don鈥檛 Take No Mess
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William Onyeabor
Fantastic Man
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PolyRythmo
Gbeto Vivi
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Gnonnas Pedro
Dadje Von O Von Non
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Manu Dibango
Soul Makossa
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Ebo Taylor
You Need Love
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Ang茅lique Kidjo
Black Ivory Soul
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