The release of The Birth of Cornelius doesn't just mark the arrival of a major new artist on Motown Records. The album chronicles the latest chapter for a musician who has already had a remarkable career - and an extraordinary life.

Though virtually unknown to an American audience, Corneille sells out arenas in other parts of the world. His albums have reached monumental, Diamond-selling status in France. And those accomplishments follow struggles and challenges in his personal history that are truly beyond comprehension.

Corneille’s international appeal is undeniable and in 2009 he has decided to broaden his reach by recording his first English album, The Birth of Cornelius. The self-produced album features a collection of twelve songs that are inspired by the smooth R&B soul and pop of Corneille's earliest influences.

If you would like to win your own copy of this new CD, just answer this easy question: In 2005, Corneille recorded a song with which Senegalese superstar in support of UNICEF and the fight against AIDS?!

Send me your answers and if you're correct you'll be in the running to win one of these wonderful new CDs. Just send us an e:mail here before April 15th with your answer and the subject title CONTEST: CORNELIUS CDs to:

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