Angélique Kidjo reveals that her album 'Hope!!' is inspired by the mourning of her parents

Angélique Kidjo was a guest on France Info on June 17, 2026, where she explained that her album 'Hope!!', released on April 24, was born from the mourning of her parents. She admitted becoming an adult after their loss and found in the album's creation the moral compass they instilled in her. The album features 16 tracks, with collaborations including Pharrell Williams, Davido, Ayra Starr, Nile Rodgers, Fally Ipupa, Diamond Platnumz, and the Soweto Gospel Choir.