King Charles III revealed a lesser-known side of his personality-his passion for music, an eclectic mix of styles and rhythms that reflect the cultural diversity of Commonwealth.
King Charles playlist revealed for the first time in “The King’s Music Room” Photo Music
In a special gesture on the occasion of Commonwealth Day, which is celebrated every year on March 10, the monarch publicly shared a personal playlist, who not only gathers some of his favorite pieces, but also celebrates the historical and cultural links that unite the 56 Member States of the organization, reports The Telegraph.
From Beyoncé to Bob Marley: a musical selection that unites the world
From the energetic sounds of Bob Marley and Beyoncé, to the irresistible rhythms of Kylie Minogue and the classic songs that remind him of childhood, the royal playlist includes pieces that perfectly combine the past with the present. “When I listen to the upside down of Diana Ross or The Loco-Motion played by Kylie Minogue, I can’t stay.”the king confessed, adding with a smile: “I can now succeed in dance on them!”
In addition to these famous hits, the king’s playlist is sprinkled with songs from all over the world, each with a unique story. Jamaica comes Bob Marley with the song Could you be lovedand from New Zealand, soprano Dame Kiri Te Kanawa pays tribute to the Maori tradition. Michael Bublé from Canada and Davido, a Nigerian artist, completes the list, each piece being a tribute to the cultural diversity in Commonwealth. The king chose the song Haven’t met you yet as one of the 16 pieces in its selection.
La vie en roseit was also included in the playlist, interpreted by “Superba Grace Jones”which his king and wife have known for a long time. Modern artists include Raye, which the king met at Battersa Power Stationat an event organized by King’s Trust, and South Africa is represented by Miriam Makeba with The Click Songwhile the caribbean of Hot hot hot of Arrow and Jamaica of My boy lollipop performed by Millie Small, born in Jamaica.
Anoushka Shankar sings Indian Summer At Sitar, and the artist from Malaysia, you have Nurhaliza, tells about “The love that is stronger than time” in Anta permane.
The king confessed that it was “Surprised, but delighted” be invited to create this program and playlist. Accepted the invitation because it seemed to him “An interesting and innovative way to celebrate this year’s Commonwealth Day.”
Despite the fact that the United States is not part of the organization, the king chose to include in playlist and song Crazy in Love of the unmistakable Beyoncé, as a sign of appreciation for his contribution to the Prince’s Trust event (charity in the United Kingdom, founded in 1976 by Charles when he was prince) since 2003. “She is one of the most faithful Prince’s Trust, and I congratulate her on this occasion to win the prize Grammy For the “album of the year” “said the king, remembering the meeting with the artist more than two decades ago.
The playlist also includes songs from the golden period of music
The royal playlist also includes personal memories. Sorry The Very Thought of You of the legendary of Bowlly, a song that evokes memories of his grandmother, the mother Queen, is part of the monarch’s selection, along with other pieces of collection that bring to the fore the musical atmosphere of the 1920s and 1930s. “These were times when music remained in the soul, due to the memorable lyrics and irresistible rhythms.”the king confessed, reminiscent of the golden period of music.
A sound trip through the diversity of the Commonwealth
The playlist, entitled The King’s Music Roomis available on Apple Music – a global radio channel that transmits music, interviews with artists, shows and other special programs – and King Charles agreed to be the listeners’ guide on a sound rhythm and exciting moments. The program, broadcast from Monday, March 10, on the occasion of Commonwealth Day, can be listened to in three shows, hoping that all listeners will discover something new and interesting from “The wonderful diversity of modern Commonwealth”.
The Commonwealth Day is an annual holiday marked on the second day of March by Member States of the organization, most of the former territories of the British Empire. This day symbolizes the historical, cultural and economic links between the member countries and promotes values such as cooperation, democracy and sustainable development.
Commonwealth is an international organization made up of 56 Member States, which collaborates on the basis of common values such as democracy, human rights and sustainable development. The term “Commonwealth” comes from old English and means “Common well -being”reflecting the purpose of the organization to promote collective collaboration and prosperity, regardless of their historical past.
The organization includes states from all over the world, from the United Kingdom, Malta and Cyprus, to countries in Africa (Nigeria, South Africa, Ghana), Asia (India, Pakistan, Singapore), Pacific (Australia, New Zealand) and North America (Canada) and Caribbean (Jamaica and Bahamas). The newest member of the Commonwealth is Gabon, who joined 2022.
Although the United States is not part of the organization, many former British colonies in America, such as Canada and Bahamas, are members. In the past, countries like Ireland and Zimbabwe have been part of Commonwealth, but they have retired.
So, if you want to find out what music it makes them dance on the world’s greatest leaders and let yourself be carried by the universal rhythms of this global organization, it is not the royal playlist of King Charles – a real musical holiday of cultural diversity.
