Angélique Kidjo Unveils New Album “Hope” — Featuring Davido & Ayra Starr

According to Ireporter Online, the forthcoming project is a 14-track body of work dedicated to her late mother, Yvonne, and will feature an impressive lineup of collaborators from across Africa and the global music scene. Among the featured artistes are Nigerian superstars Davido, Ayra Starr and the highlife duo The Cavemen, alongside internationally acclaimed performers such as Pharrell Williams and Nile Rodgers.

The five-time Grammy Award winner revealed the announcement in a post shared on Instagram, noting that the album represents a deeply personal journey that has been five years in the making. She explained that the inspiration behind the project stems from the message of hope passed on to her by her mother, who died five years ago.

Kidjo described her late mother as a major influence in her life, stating that she instilled in her the belief that every dream was achievable and that hope for a better future is a defining trait of humanity. Despite her passing, the singer said her mother’s message continues to resonate strongly and served as a guiding force throughout the creation of the album.

The celebrated artiste also expressed gratitude to the numerous musicians and collaborators who contributed to the project, emphasizing that she poured her entire heart into the album and is eager for fans around the world to experience the music.

She further encouraged listeners to anticipate the release and pre-order the album ahead of its official launch date. 🎶