Princess Dossi : Back with “Noun Minsin”

After a noticeable absence from the music scene, for assumed maternity, Princess Dossi once again made a name for herself with a new single ; ”Noun Meaning”. By this song with a strong religious and cultural charge, the artist magnifies the rich cultural and artistic heritage of Benin.

Le clip ”Noun Minsin'' is already looping on YouTube and dedicated platforms. Short description for those who haven't seen it yet. It starts with a gong, incantations and words of allegiance of the artist. All in a decor well suited to the context, cultural tradition. From the start to the end of the clip, Dossi and his choreographers appear with accoutrements worthy of followers of a Vodouisan convent. In reduced or large plan, the video shot by Paparazzi echoes the wishes of the artist and highlights several deities. They parade alternately to invite music lovers and those who do not want to hear that African and indigenous culture, moreover, stay the best. Bumps, in his post, recalls that no one else will come to value the cultural heritage of a country or nation in place of their own sons. She also asks to be proud. Between the play of light and the brilliance of the radiant face of the artist, Dossi has always kept her round beauty charm. For those who want to know if his inseparable smile has remained, this simple question sums it all up : ”does the snail abandon its shell ? ”

Who is Princess Dossi ?

As each star has its specific trajectory in the sky, the artist Dossi has a very special history with music. From a family of seven children, Edwige Dossi Gbeffe, from his real name, is the youngest and has never known her parent. Indeed, his father bowed out while his mother was pregnant. The circumstances of life forced the latter to entrust the care of the baby Dossi to her grandmother in Natitingou, in northern Benin until the age of four (04) years. In need of maternal affection, the little girl then sang sad songs. " Grandmother, wanting her rather cheerful, taught him happy songs to reduce his sadness. This allows Dossi to start practicing the art of singing from that age,” reads some articles published by national daily newspapers.. Her first scene is a schoolyard during her principal's retirement ceremony. A 9 years, Dossi performs two songs by the Beninese Kiri Kanta, one of his references with the divas Aïcha Koné and Angélique Kidjo. She made her first successful experiences at the Sègbèya college in Akpakpa by joining Tatiana and Carine Ahissou to form the TEC trio. (Tatiana, Hedwig, and Carina). The trio glean several trophies. Edwige Dossi Gbeffè finally leaves the TEC group which thus loses its name to later become Tériba. On his side, Dossi variety Enan wadjô one 2006. The single is adopted by music lovers and with resounding success. The same year, Guru Records of Gogoyi Akouegnon Prosper (GAP) enlists the new darling of Beninese music at the time in his stable. She publishes her 1st album, "Thank You" June 1st 2007. It will be without Guru Records that Dossi's second opus entitled "Agooo" is released in early July 2009. ”Up”, the 3rd is launched in 2012. Princess Dossi later joined Willy Mignon's Lym Prod production house. The two will fall in love and lead an adventure for years and then separate after. A separation that Dossi La Princesse announced on her Facebook page on Tuesday 17 November 2020 “Willy and I are over” she wrote, taking care to say “Ending a romantic relationship does not prevent us from continuing to work together if necessary and of course just for the happiness of my fans” clarified File.

artistically, Dossi is crowned with several recognitions and distinctions such as the Sicca Trophies, Hokan Trophy, Black Music Award, and a trophy for the valorization of black women. Other distinctions are also to be put to his credit. Have a G2 Baccalaureate, Dossi is crowned with Beninese and Ivorian BTS in banking and finance.

Arnaud ACAKPO (Coll)