Rapper Lady Leshurr ‘over the moon’ to be named in Queen’s Birthday Honours
The singer joins a host of other musicians who are also being recognised.
British rapper and singer Lady Leshurr has said she is “over the moon” to be named in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list.
The songwriter and producer, full name Melesha O’Garro, is being awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) after releasing a coronavirus-related song this year reminding people to wash their hands.
She told the PA news agency: “I am over the moon, I never expected it, it kind of came out the blue, but at the same time it just goes to show when you create opportunities for yourself in a situation like this pandemic, you know, a lot can come off the back of it when you’re expressing through art or giving back to people.
“I’m lost for words, honestly.”
The singer is being recognised for services to music and charity on the list, which was due to be published in June, but was delayed to enable nominations for people who have played vital roles in the coronavirus pandemic.
Her Quarantine Speech music video, uploaded to YouTube on April 5, features the lyrics: “Before you go about your business/Wash them hands /You better wash those hands.”
