"Olivia Dean cemented her position as one of the most exciting artists in the UK as she took home three Mobo Awards, including the coveted album of the year prize for her soulful second record, The Art of Loving."
"As she collected the prize, Dean dedicated the award to author bell hooks and 'all the black feminists that inspire me to love better and love the people in my life.'"
"The night also saw hip-hop veteran Slick Rick honored with a lifetime achievement prize, stating, 'There were moments people didn't understand... every step, story and silence in-between brought me to this moment.'"
"Pharrell Williams received the global songwriter award, with Nile Rodgers presenting it, saying it was the 'greatest honour' and praising Williams for having 'changed my life.'"
Olivia Dean won three Mobo Awards, including album of the year for The Art of Loving, best female act, and song of the year for Man I Need. She dedicated her album award to bell hooks and black feminists. Dean expressed pride in being a black British female artist. The ceremony also honored Slick Rick with a lifetime achievement award and Pharrell Williams with the global songwriter award, highlighting their contributions to music and the entertainment industry.
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