The talented singer of Gabonese origin, Pamela Badjogo, is conquering the world with her intoxicating and multicultural music. With a promising start as a backing singer for renowned artists such as Salif Keita, Oumou Sangaré and Tiken Jah Fakoly, Badjogo went solo in 2016, and since then, her rise has been meteoric.
Based in Lyon since 2017, she recently shared the stage with Franco-Beninese artist Angélique Kidjo during the Nuits de Fourvière open-air festival. A magical moment where Badjogo was able to present his musical universe inspired by his multicultural roots. By performing songs from her third album, Yiêh, in the Gabonese Bakaningui dialect, she was able to transport the audience on a unique and authentic melodic journey.
Much more than a talented artist, Pamela Badjogo also embodies a committed voice for women’s rights. By reconciling her musical career with her life as a mother, she forcefully demonstrates that this duality is not a contradiction but a complementarity. Her activism for gender equality and the recognition of mother artists in the entertainment industry represents a significant step forward for feminism.
In addition, as godmother of the Karama school for girls’ education in Mali and ambassador of the French collective “Fées-ministres”, supporting women victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, Badjogo is actively involved in causes that are close to his heart. Her social involvement and artistic influence make her an inspiring role model for many women around the world.
Through her captivating music and her social commitment, Pamela Badjogo stands out not only for her artistic talent but also for her strength of character and her desire to change mentalities. Her voice resonates beyond borders, carrying a message of hope and emancipation for women and artists around the world. A complete artist, a passionate activist, Pamela Badjogo is undoubtedly a notable figure in the contemporary music scene to follow closely.