Also known as Carmen Kidjo
Beninese musician
Angelique Kidjo is a singer and musician from Benin, a West African country, known for blending traditional African music with contemporary styles. She has become an internationally recognized artist and cultural ambassador, helping to bring African music and culture to global audiences.
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Angélique Kidjo (born on July 14, 1960) is a Grammy Award-winning Beninese singer, noted for her diverse musical influences and creative music videos. Kidjo was born in Ouidah, Benin. Her father is Fon from Ouidah and her mother is Yoruba . She grew up listening to James Brown, Otis Redding, Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Wonder, and Santana. By the time she was six, Kidjo was performing with her mother's theatre troupe, giving her an early appreciation for traditional music and dance. <a href="https:
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