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Angelique Kidjo

Angelique Kidjo (born 1960) is a French singer, composer and writer.

Also recorded as Carmen Kidjo; Angélique Kpasseloko Hinto Hounsinou Kandjo Manta Zogbin Kidjo.

Overview

Recorded at birth as Angélique Kpasseloko Hinto Hounsinou Kandjo Manta Zogbin Kidjo.

Also worked under the name Carmen Kidjo.

Born at Ouidah in 1960.

In detail

the recorded working language is English, Fon and Yoruba.

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are jazz, zouk, gospel music and music of Latin America.

Residence is recorded at New York City. Employment is recorded with UNICEF. Positions recorded include UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.

Distinctions recorded are Champions of the Earth, Ambassador of Conscience Award, OkayAfrica 100 Women and Commander of the National Order of Benin.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Angélique Kidjo”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q231276: Angelique Kidjo

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