Allejo: One-on-One With Kel Ohia (KEL)
Nominated for 2 awards at the upcoming 2009 HipHop World Awards, Kel has definitely shown the stuff she’s made up of. With her performance in songs like ‘Wa Wa Alright’ ,’Beautiful Life’ and ‘U Go Wound O’, her nomination didn’t come as a surprise. Kel debut album should drop this month and its gonna be the BOMB!!
Kel tells us how she got into rap and what she’s up too. Its an interestin interview…a must read…
Can we meet you?
My name is Kel Ohia. I am a female rapper and hiphop is what I do.
Educational Background?
Currently doing my University degree in Lagos State University.
How did you found yourself rapping?
It was through a friend of mine who used to play rap music back in those days around me then because I never used to like rap, it kind of grew on me but I fell in love with rap when I started listening to Eminem.
Will it be right to say then that Eminem was your most admired rap artiste?
Yes.
Who are the artiste (foreign/naija) you listen to as a rapper?
I listen to Eminem, Lupe Fiasco, Jay Z, and M.I etc.
Have you ever been compared to any major foreign rapper?
Initially when I came out people said I sounded like Eve.
But now, what do you think?
I think I have developed my own style.
Your stage performance is always full of energy, have you ever flopped with your lines on stage before?
Yes, when performing on stage there is so much noise and i just kind of murmur along the forgotten lines until I can pick the lines back.
When was the last time you flopped with your lines on stage?
I think it was during the Guinness show.
Now let talk about the Naija female rap world, folks out there has these strong feelings that the real rap game is between you, Kemistry and Blaise. What do you think?
I think we all have our different styles, rhythm and image. I do not think there is any need for any comparison between us all.
So what inspires your kind of rap?
When I rap, I am basically having fun. I rap from what I see around me. I do not come across as some hardcore rapper, but I can definitely hold my own.
What drives/gives you inspiration when making your styles of music?
Most times I listen to the beat and its whatever the beat tells me. Sometimes I could just be at home and some lyrics comes I just write it out. Most times is the beat that brings the lyrics.
Does it mean that you freestyle?
I do not freestyle.
Will you still be around the rap world in the next 5-10 years from now?
I hope so.
What other activities do you engage in aside from music?
My life revolves around the music world. Music is everything to me.
Which producers are you working with or have worked with in the past?
Dr.Frabz, Tee-y Mix, also worked with Freestyle in the past.
You recently shot two videos from your forthcoming album ‘The Investment’, what were they like?
The first video is titled ‘Beautiful Life’ while the second video titled ‘Too Fine’ featured Alaye.
When should we be expecting the full album?
Before the end of May.
Any last word for naija youths?
Do what you got to do and believe in your self. Hardwork and perseverance pays.
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