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My legacy is not only about legacy, it's about how we as a human family learn to live together within our difference.
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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