Angelique Kidjo on Why She Avoids Politically Motivated Music

Beninese musician and Grammy Award winner Angelique Kidjo has talked about why she doesn’t compose songs for politicians.

Speaking on the Female Poets Society podcast, Kidjo gave an explanation for her selection, saying that certain songs become outdated following a change in government.

“My father always used to say to us, especially to me as a singer, do not write music for any political party because they come and they go. And once they’re gone, you go with it. Write your music with your opinions, be free writing your music. Don’t be sold to somebody because therefore, you don’t become the voice of the people anymore. You become the voice of the power. And when that power shifted, you’re off the window,” she stated.

Live with Purpose, Love with Passion. Remember to be happy
‎
‎One ❤️❤️❤️
‎
‎Rose Ajieh
‎