Born in England to parents, who did not support her cleave to showbiz; the raptainer,
as she is also called, had her secondary and partly university
education in Nigeria. Though she was admitted to study Law at the Ogun
State University (now Olabisi Onabanjo University), Ago-Iwoye, she left a
year later to focus on her music career. She made friends with four
other girls, with whom she formed the hip-hop group, Weirdos.
Influenced by Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, Lauryn Hill, Da Roots, Mariam Makeba, Queen Latifah and Jimi Hendrix, she travelled back to England, where she competed in rap contests in London including Club 291 contest, British version of America’s Apollo, in which she came third.
After a two-month stint with music producer, Kevin Best, she released the single, Wanna Make You Jack/Let's Get Wet, which received positive reviews from music critics and got to number one in the Choice FM top chart.
On her return, she released her debut album, Simply Weird — a blend of hip-hop and Afrobeat — with the video-single, Allen Avenue, which made her the first Nigerian artiste to release a video-single that she also produced. She then followed with After Da Storm, Ijoya, Happy Days, Onigele Gogoro and others. She shares her moment with DANIEL ANAZIA.
What is your first view about fashion?
Hmmmm… This is a tricky one, but fashion, for me, is the you present, and represent your brand. I love the way RMD dresses up.
And your style
My style is me... it’s loose, spontaneous and organic. I don't follow trends, but I like to look and feel good. I love kaftans, nicely tailored unisex shirts, blazers, and denims; nice T-shirts, too... I'm very alternative, edgy and classy at the time, I'm subtle with my colours, not loud, I love hats, caps, belts, watches and sandals.
Your first choice signature scent
Angel, I love it! I also like Dolce and Gabbana — The One.
Your first single and album
Wanna Make You Jack/Let's Get Wet, while my first album was Simply Weird — a blend of hip-hop and Afrobeat. This was followed with the hit, Allen Avenue, which I single-handedly produced.
First choice fashion piece of clothing
I love all my stuff; it’s hard to pick something in particular. I love kaftans, nicely tailored unisex shirts, blazers, denims, nice T-shirts.
First love footwear
Russell and Bromley.
What is the first thing you will not be caught wearing?
You can’t catch me in mini skirt.
Your first choice hangout spot
I’m a workaholic, always researching and brainstorming, but I'm trying to find a balance now. I love the Newscafe, Soul Lounge, Transcorp Hilton, No 10, and some coded secretive places. I love good food, great company with no intrusion. I also like the Galleria in Abuja, you watch a movie, hangout in their news-bar; it’s non-intrusive, people just want pictures and autographs that is all. When I’m home, I watch a bit of TV.
Your first crush on a guy
Hmmm…lip sealed!
First setback
I don't look back, I learn from my mistakes and move on.
Your first choice music icon(s)
I love the works of Michael Jackson, Queen Latifah and Tuface Idibia.
What is the chemistry for you and music?
Passion, I'm completely in love with what I do when I step on-stage, you can tell I'm like a kid in a candy-store. I love what I do, and I’m a slave to rhythm.
And your genre of music
I have never tried to pigeon-holing my sound, but simply put it as fusion. It’s a combination of sorts and different influences.
Your first policy if you become the president of Nigeria
Eradication of sexism and tribalism, all we need in Nigeria is unity. We are all Nigerians, enough of I am Hausa, Ibo, Yoruba, Ijaw and Itsekiri. There should be equality, women are careful, courteous creatures, and they should be allowed to occupy strong positions in Africa. My dream is to see a female become Nigerian president.
Influenced by Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, Lauryn Hill, Da Roots, Mariam Makeba, Queen Latifah and Jimi Hendrix, she travelled back to England, where she competed in rap contests in London including Club 291 contest, British version of America’s Apollo, in which she came third.
After a two-month stint with music producer, Kevin Best, she released the single, Wanna Make You Jack/Let's Get Wet, which received positive reviews from music critics and got to number one in the Choice FM top chart.
On her return, she released her debut album, Simply Weird — a blend of hip-hop and Afrobeat — with the video-single, Allen Avenue, which made her the first Nigerian artiste to release a video-single that she also produced. She then followed with After Da Storm, Ijoya, Happy Days, Onigele Gogoro and others. She shares her moment with DANIEL ANAZIA.
What is your first view about fashion?
Hmmmm… This is a tricky one, but fashion, for me, is the you present, and represent your brand. I love the way RMD dresses up.
And your style
My style is me... it’s loose, spontaneous and organic. I don't follow trends, but I like to look and feel good. I love kaftans, nicely tailored unisex shirts, blazers, and denims; nice T-shirts, too... I'm very alternative, edgy and classy at the time, I'm subtle with my colours, not loud, I love hats, caps, belts, watches and sandals.
Your first choice signature scent
Angel, I love it! I also like Dolce and Gabbana — The One.
Your first single and album
Wanna Make You Jack/Let's Get Wet, while my first album was Simply Weird — a blend of hip-hop and Afrobeat. This was followed with the hit, Allen Avenue, which I single-handedly produced.
First choice fashion piece of clothing
I love all my stuff; it’s hard to pick something in particular. I love kaftans, nicely tailored unisex shirts, blazers, denims, nice T-shirts.
First love footwear
Russell and Bromley.
What is the first thing you will not be caught wearing?
You can’t catch me in mini skirt.
Your first choice hangout spot
I’m a workaholic, always researching and brainstorming, but I'm trying to find a balance now. I love the Newscafe, Soul Lounge, Transcorp Hilton, No 10, and some coded secretive places. I love good food, great company with no intrusion. I also like the Galleria in Abuja, you watch a movie, hangout in their news-bar; it’s non-intrusive, people just want pictures and autographs that is all. When I’m home, I watch a bit of TV.
Your first crush on a guy
Hmmm…lip sealed!
First setback
I don't look back, I learn from my mistakes and move on.
Your first choice music icon(s)
I love the works of Michael Jackson, Queen Latifah and Tuface Idibia.
What is the chemistry for you and music?
Passion, I'm completely in love with what I do when I step on-stage, you can tell I'm like a kid in a candy-store. I love what I do, and I’m a slave to rhythm.
And your genre of music
I have never tried to pigeon-holing my sound, but simply put it as fusion. It’s a combination of sorts and different influences.
Your first policy if you become the president of Nigeria
Eradication of sexism and tribalism, all we need in Nigeria is unity. We are all Nigerians, enough of I am Hausa, Ibo, Yoruba, Ijaw and Itsekiri. There should be equality, women are careful, courteous creatures, and they should be allowed to occupy strong positions in Africa. My dream is to see a female become Nigerian president.
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