The struggles we face shape the songs we sing. - Youssou N'Dour

"The struggles we face shape the songs we sing."

Youssou N'Dour Perseverance

Mbalax Singer Musician Senegalese Born 1959 (age 67)

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"Music is the universal language of mankind."

"I believe in the power of music to change the world."

"Africa is not just a continent, it is a state of mind."

"We must preserve our heritage while embracing the future."

"Perseverance is the key to success."

"Don't give up on what you believe in."

"I've been through worse."

"You learn to live with the pain."