London: From the reggae rhythms of Bob Marley to the pop melodies of Kylie Minogue, King Charles has shared a selection of songs that have shaped his life. In a special broadcast titled The King’s Music Room, the British monarch reveals 17 tracks that have brought him joy over the years. The playlist will air on Apple Music’s global radio stations on March 11 and 12 to commemorate Commonwealth Day.
“Throughout my life, music has meant a great deal to me,” Charles says in a trailer for the broadcast, filmed at Buckingham Palace and set for release on Friday. “It has that remarkable ability to bring happy memories flooding back from the deepest recesses of our memory, to comfort us in times of sadness, and to take us to distant places.”
Apple announced that, in addition to unveiling his playlist, the 76-year-old monarch shares personal anecdotes about his encounters with some of the featured artists and explains why these songs hold significance for him. The diverse selection includes a mix of 1930s crooners, Afrobeats stars, and contemporary musicians, reflecting the cultural richness of the Commonwealth.
Marking the annual celebration of the voluntary association of 56 nations, which evolved from the British Empire and is now under his leadership, Charles expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative.
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“So this is what I particularly wanted to share with you—songs which have brought me joy,” he says. “Thank you for listening. I wish you all every possible blessing.”
The King’s Music Room will be broadcast on Apple Music 1 at 6 a.m. GMT on March 10.
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