Ladysmith Black Mambazo have done it again! They have made South Africa proud by winning their fifth Grammy award. South Africa is so proud the group are currently trending across social media.
Ladysmith Black Mambazo have made South Africa proud with their fifth win. The group won the award for the ‘Best World Music Album’. This is also the 18th nomination for the group. They were also nominated in the ‘Best Children’s Album’ category for ‘Songs Of Peace & Love For Kids & Parents Around The World’.
The Album that won was ‘Shaka Zulu Revisited: 30th Anniversary Celebration’. Previously they won in 2013, 2008, 2004 and 1987. Fans have been incredibly proud.
“Ladysmith Black Mambazo has done it again! It’s important to note that they’re recognised in the world for a South African sound They’re indeed a national treasure. Congratulations on your fifth award” – KatlehoMK
“It is my great pleasure to congratulate Ladysmith Black Mambazo for winning the Grammy Award for the Best World Music Album 2017. Thank you for flying our flag high & demonstrating the potency of authenticity to future generations of African musicians.” – Minister of Arts & Culture, Nathi Mthethwa
“Respect to Ladysmith Black Mambazo who just won the Grammy Award for Best World Music Album. 58 years young and still going strong” – Munei Tshamano
You can watch the announcement and acceptance speech below.
When we won our Grammy this year… pic.twitter.com/5vRuB8UhBj
— Ladysmith Black Mambazo (@therealmambazo) January 29, 2018
The group sang their thanks at around 3:55 am and thanked South Africa for all the support.
— Ladysmith Black Mambazo (@therealmambazo) January 29, 2018
The good news doesn’t end there. The Hugh Masekela was remembered in the “Grammy in Memorium”. South Africa really felt the love at the 60th Grammy Awards.
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