WYCLEF JEAN HONORED BY NEW ROLE AS ROVING AMBASSADOR FOR HAITI
Rapper and producer Wyclef Jean has gladly accepted the position of roving ambassador for his native Haiti. The rapper, who founded the Yele Haiti Foundation to help the struggling country, told the Caribbean Media Corporation, "I thank President Preval and it's an honor for me to have the opportunity to serve my country as a roving ambassador. I will continue to do the best I can to help change the difficult reality of Haiti, that country that I carry in my heart. It's encouraging to see your country recognize your efforts and dedication."
In the past, Jean explained how he hopes his story inspires others. He said: "I mean, for me being a Haitian coming to America and all I had was a dream, and if kids could see that I accomplished that dream then they'd all know that they could accomplish their dream."
In related news, Jean will be joining Shakira for a performance at next month's Grammy Awards of their hit, "Hips Don't Lie." The song is up for an award in the Best Pop Collaboration category. The Grammy Awards will take place in Los Angeles on February 11th. The show will air on CBS.
Jean is currently working on a new solo album. Last year, the Fugees spent some considerable time in the studio together but there's no word on if and when a new album will be released. In the past, Jean has been hopeful that the group would reconvene. He said: "It's not like any Fugee member said, 'I denounce myself from this group. I no longer want to be part of this group.'"
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