Recorded in Cairo with Egyptian musicians, "Egypt" is a sprawling double album that finds N’Dour exploring Islamic music and history. It was also nominated for a Grammy for Best Contemporary World Music Album.
- The album was recorded in Cairo with Egyptian musicians.
- "Egypt" was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary World Music Album.
- The release was the first for Nonesuch Records’ new world music initiative.
Youssou N’Dour is a Senegalese singer, percussionist, and composer, known for popularizing Senegalese music worldwide. "Egypt" was released mid-career, after N’Dour had achieved international recognition for his genre-bending work.
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