Angélique Kidjo's 'HOPE' Album: A Sonic Reunion with Late Mom and Music A-Listers
Five-time Grammy winner Angélique Kidjo dazzles with her 19th studio album, HOPE!! Crafted over five years, this 16-track opus pays homage to her late mother. The album, a rich blend of West African traditions with R&B, jazz, and Latin flair, pulses with cross-continental unity.
Collaborations abound, with stars like Davido, Ayra Starr, Pharrell, and Nile Rodgers contributing. Personal yet universal themes of resilience echo throughout, capturing Kidjo’s longstanding influence in masterful sonic form.
Source: NotjustOk – Published on April 26, 2026
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