Why I featured Angelique Kidjo on my 7th album – Yemi Alade
By Tosin Brown
Afro-pop star Yemi Alade, who recently released her seventh studio album, ‘Rebel Queen,’ has revealed why she chose to feature Angelique Kidjo and other notable music acts on her latest project.
Alade explained her specific choices for collaborations, stating, “Angelique Kidjo is an icon and a mother among many special things. I knew she would be a perfect fit for my song ‘African Woman.’”
She continued, “Ziggy Marley was the only person I knew would understand and execute the aim of my song titled ‘Peace and Love.’ Basically, the featured artists’ core genres and personalities were crucial considerations for these collaborations. The album was recorded over several years and in different countries. I think I enjoyed recording this album the most because it was very intentional and proudly my best work yet.”
The singer recently shared the content of her album with fans through four different listening parties held in Paris, London, New York, and last weekend in Lagos.
The Lagos event, held at The Seed, Lekki, was attended by hundreds of fans who turned up en masse to celebrate Yemi Alade.
Speaking to journalists at the event, the ‘Johnny’ star discussed her experience recording the album and her excitement about the positive reception from her global fanbase.
“July has been such an eventful month for my team as we hosted album release parties in Paris, London, New York, and Lagos, all this month. We are creating an avenue for music lovers and core fans to enjoy my album privately and exclusively. Every city had its unique vibe as well as similarities,” Alade said.
