Angelique Kidjo wins her second Grammy

Angelique Kidjo won her second Grammy yesterday, Sunday February 8, 2015. She won the award for her album Eve which has been described as a musical tribute to African women.

In her acceptance speech she thanked the women of Africa. “Women of Africa — you rock!. For me, music is a weapon of peace, and today more than ever, as artists we have a role to play in the stability of this world" said the singer when accepting her award. The album Eve is based off the harmonies of women's choirs recorded by the Angelique Kidjo. Angelique Kidjo, who is 57-years old, won her first Grammy in 2007 for her album Djin Djin. This second win is undoubtly amazing news for the Beninese singer.

Source: coolfmkano