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Four Decades Later, Angélique Kidjo is Still Raising the Bar
The iconic Beninese musician talks to OkayAfrica about her sound, message and the responsibility of true legacy.
10 African Records That Could Have Been Contenders for the Grammys’ New ‘Best Album Cover’ Category
Beyond its great sounds, the African music scene has produced some remarkable covers over the years. As the Grammys aim to recognize visual excellence, OkayAfrica puts forward 10 covers — new and old — that would have been perfect for the category.
9 Standout African Moments in Grammys History
From Miriam Makeba to Angélique Kidjo and Burna Boy, we take a look back at nine iconic moments for African music at the Grammy Awards.
Listen to Angélique Kidjo's New Single, “Sunlight To My Soul”
The Grammy-winning singer and songwriter dazzles in new single “Sunlight To My Soul” featuring Soweto Gospel Choir, written by Diane Warren and produced by Shizzi.
The Hottest African Producers Right Now
A celebration of the people who are making African music tick right now, featuring Semzi, Tempoe, Dlala Thukzin, Guiltybeatz, Louddaaa, and more.
The Best Afrobeats Songs of 2024
African music has had some great sonic highs throughout the year. Here are the best Afrobeats songs of 2024, featuring Amaarae, Wizkid, Tyla, Olivetheboy, Angélique Kidjo and more.
The Looks From the Biggest African Celebrities at the Grammys 2025
Stars like Tems, Cynthia Erivo, Rema and more turned heads at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards with show-stopping looks that celebrated their culture and individuality.
Here’s All You Need to Know About African Artists at the 2025 Grammys
With several African artists nominated, we round up all the context and talking points for African music at the upcoming 67th Annual Grammy Awards.
Tems and Shaboozey Lead the African Nominees at the 2025 Grammy Awards
Nigerian artists utterly dominate the recently created Best African Music Performance Category.
Yemi Alade, in Full Bloom
The Nigerian superstar took the path less traveled, overcoming doubt and criticism in her career, to arrive at this moment in her life – self assured and steadfast, with a Grammy nomination in tow.
What We're Looking Forward to in 2025
A year-long celebration kicks off with contemporary art in Marrakech, peaks with historic festival appearances from Burna Boy to Tems, and culminates in AFCON's return.
Mr Eazi and Angélique Kidjo Join Forces In the New Visuals For "Òròkórò"
The Nigerian star and Beninese French icon collaborate on the single off Mr Eazi’s latest album, Evil Genius.
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OkayAfrica is the premiere digital platform bringing the worlds of African music, art, culture, style, sports and politics to a global audience. Founded in 2010 as an extension of Okayplayer, OkayAfrica serves as a cultural bridge to foster deeper understanding of the continent, while also building meaningful connections with its diaspora.
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