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By Alicia Bonilla Helen Folasade Adu, most commonly known as Sade, was born in Ibadan, Nigeria. Ibadan is located in the Oyo State where many dialects of the Yoruba language are spoken. Her middle name is Yoruban, meaning: “Honor earns a […]

Kanye, Swahili for ‘Only One’ Kanye Omari West is an American rapper, record producer, record executive and fashion designer. He was born in Atlanta, Ga., U.S.A., to Black parents. Ray West, his father, is a former Black Panther and was […]

Most of us look at Rihanna and we see her as a successful musician who has shaped the lives of many. Although this rings true, she’s also a businesswoman and a charitable individual. Rihanna’s devotion to Barbados has illustrated her […]

Celebrities have been using their platforms to send messages to the world for decades. The music industry can persuade artists to promote different things to the audiences. Cultures can be promoted on these platforms and some celebrities rely on these […]

Malaysian singer-songwriter Yuna chooses to express both herself and her faith with clothing such as the hijab. There’s an expectation for women singers and pop stars to flaunt their bodies in often-revealing outfits. Maybe they simply feel the need to […]

Lorenzo Posocco is a culturally fluid stylist who takes inspiration from many cultures. With that, he works to make a global impact for the fashion industry. Posocco styles artist Dua Lipa, who channels these looks to display to her large […]

Reaching the top 10 song charts in eight countries, Alice Merton’s “No Roots” made waves. Within the lyrics, Merton’s feelings regarding her Third Culture Kid (TCK) lifestyle are prominent. This song about not having a home or sense of belonging […]

Music has a large importance in most cultures. It provides an outlet for any occasion like praising, celebration and much more. It also links to spirituality and religion. A lot of artists today have hidden diversity within their music. The […]