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I want everybody to be happy because, if you're happy, you are more open to other people. Don't let misery bring you down.
Angelique Kidjo
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As long as music of mine is not used to preach hate, or to bash women, it's okay for me. If it doesn't promote violence against women, drugs, this and that, use it, go ahead.
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