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Youssou N'Dour will be a deserved winner should he scoop the MOBO
for Best World Music Act.
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BROADCASTING THE MASTERCARD
MOBO AWARDS 2003
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In this section you will find news on some of the fantastic artists
in the running for some of this years' Mastercard MOBO Awards.
It's anybody's guess who will win each category but this is our
choice for the best of the rest 2003.
Ashanti | Missy Elliot | Busta Rhymes | Mis-Teeq | Nelly |
Lisa Maffia | The Streets | Sean Paul | Norah Jones |
Youssou N'Dour
Youssou N'Dour
Youssou N'Dour is one of the most celebrated
African musicians in history. A renowned singer, songwriter,
and composer, Youssou's mix of traditional Senegalese m'balax
with eclectic influences ranging from Cuban samba to hip hop, jazz,
and soul has won him an international fan base of millions. In the
West, Youssou has collaborated with Peter Gabriel, Sting, Neneh
Cherry, Wyclef Jean, and others. In Senegal, Youssou is a powerful
cultural icon actively involved in social issues. Youssou is also a
Goodwill Ambassador to the United Nations, and an Ambassador
to UNICEF, where he gives concerts to benefit children who are
victims of AIDS. Youssou has been nominated for the Best World
Music Act alongside Ladysmith Black Mombassa, Ibrahim Ferrer
and Santana.
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