“Your voice has the ability to change things. That’s why I’m here today”

Akon

“Bringing hope to millions and ultimately giving Africa a better future”

Alicia Keys

“We have the potential to help people out of poverty, out of disease, out of slavery and out of conflict. Too often, we turn the other way because we think there’s nothing we can do.”

Bono

“Music can change the world because it can change people.”

Ed Sheeran

“Music is a powerful tool in galvanizing people around an issue. There’s no better way to get your point across than to put it in a beautiful song.”

K’naan

“But yes, yes to equality, to dignity, yes to change for the goodness of mankind”

John Legend

“I feel that it’s part of my job to express myself freely and passionately about issues I care about. I walk in the footsteps of so many great artists who came before me who did just that.”

Angelique Kidjo

“Music is a healer, a unifier. It breaks all the barriers between different nations. It relieves despair. It dampens war. Because when you listen to music, your brain is following your soul.”