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  • Many married women s3xually dissatisfied – Eva Alordiah

    Many married women s3xually dissatisfied – Eva Alordiah

    Rapper Eva Alordiah recently addressed the often-overlooked issue of s3xual dissatisfaction in marriage, particularly among women. 

    She highlighted that many women experience brutal s3xual dissatisfaction, which can lead some to cheat.

    Eva emphasised that most men fail to acknowledge or address this issue, contributing to the problem. 

    She said: “So when are we going to finally talk about the fact that so many women are facing brutal S3xual dissatisfaction in their marriages, and most men do not even care to learn why or how to help?

    “A well-loved and deeply f3cked woman is a happy woman who will not stray”.

    Her statement sparked a conversation on social media, with a fan disagreeing that cheating is inherent to an individual’s character, regardless of s3xual satisfaction.

    The fan tweeted: “This is like saying a well f3cked man will never cheat on his woman.

    “A cheat is a cheat. If you like f3ck every day for 5 hours. They will still find a way to cheat”.

    Eva countered by agreeing that cheating can be a personal trait but clarified that women and men often cheat for different reasons. 

    She wrote: “A cheat is a cheat. This is true. Womën and men cheat for completely different reasons, do you know that?”

  • Why I want to quit music – Rapper Eva Alordiah

    Why I want to quit music – Rapper Eva Alordiah

    Rapper Eva Alordiah has voiced her disappointment with the progress of her industry comeback.

    Taking to X, Eva recounted how people had urged her to return to the music scene, promising to support and enjoy her new releases.

    However, he said despite this encouragement 48 hours after the release of her new song “I Look Good,” the streaming numbers remained low.

    Expressing frustration, the hip-hop artist urged her followers to assess their commitment after criticizing them for not keeping their promises.

    Eva mentioned contemplating returning to her previous 9–5 job, noting that only 30 people had clicked on the song link she shared on social media.

    Read Also: Why music producers should increase rates, include taxes, by Eva Alordiah

    She emphasized that if people are unwilling to listen to her music, they should inform her so she can consider pursuing other career paths.

    Eva wrote: “I don’t understand these fans that I have oh! Ahhh! It’s like you people need to decide if you’re down for this or not.

    “Boya I should cancel fans and focus on AC. Because, I’m not getting why 500+ people claim they want my new music yet only 30 people clicked the link to pre-save.

    “The data below cannot lie Boya I’ll get a 9-to-5 cause this music you people are asking for… it’s beginning to look like error.

    “Do you want it???? Or do you not want it! Eyin fans Ah! Let me go back into my shell or a warm hole to crawl back into #SadEva

  • Why I walked away from music – Eva Alordiah

    Why I walked away from music – Eva Alordiah

    Notable singer Eva Alordiah has stated how depression got the best of her life when she walked away from music years ago. 

    Alordiah said depression creeped in after going broke and she could hardly afford anything aside from her next meal. 

    In a recent post via the micro-blogging platform, X, the rapper gave fans an insight into why she pulled back from doing music.

    Eva revealed that she struggled with keeping up and at some point lost herself to depression and her bank balance was not helping.

    She, however, revealed that it took self-determination to get herself together by investing her time in books, and other recreational and business activities.

    Reflecting on how far she has moved from being down to running multiple businesses now, Eva Alordiah revealed that the experience was worth it.

    Read Also: Why music producers should increase rates, include taxes, by Eva Alordiah

    ‘’A few years ago I walked away from a seemingly “successful” music career. I was burnt out. Depression had taken an almost permanent seat beside me.

    “My bank balance was just enough to buy my next meal. If there was a picture of the phrase “Starving Artist”, it would have been my damn face.

    “One day, I said “Fuck it! I got myself here, I’m gonna get myself out. I invested the next 3 years in relentless self development:

    “building my body
     reading ferociously
    taking care of my mind
    investing in online courses
     learning how to make money
     building multiple online businesses

    “I look back and I swear I wouldn’t change a thing! Taking responsibility for my shit helped me get my life back. Today my life is so much better because I was bold enough to say- “Na me fuck up,” she wrote.

  • Why music producers should increase rates, include taxes, by Eva Alordiah

    Why music producers should increase rates, include taxes, by Eva Alordiah

    Rapper, Eva Alordiah, has urged music producers to inflate their rates and ensure they also include taxes, claiming that her advice spurred from her observation garnered through the previous weeks.

    According to her, the past weeks have proved to her that people are indifferent about lyrics.

    She explained that people merely danced to the beats of songs without actually listening or absorbing the lyrics.

    The Abuja-born artiste tweeted: “These past weeks have taught me that people only vibe to the beats, they don’t even listen or digest the lyrics! Hmmm. Dear Music Producers, this is your sign to raise your rates! And add tax.”

    Read Also: EVA ALORDIAH Why I want to talk more about sex

    Tweeter users had opposing opinions about Eva’s post, sharing their personal experiences.

    @MenageW tweeted: “True, but guess that trend in Naija is slowly changing, especially in the wake of the recent Mohbad passing. Lyrics will come back to the fore, and poets like you, are the ones who need to raise rates. Cos songwriting is about to become a sought-after skill.”

    @Munagodd said: “I have always been a lover of content…. So I am always searching for music lyrics of the songs I love… I want know what you are talking about. Whether is hip-hop or afrobeat. How can you even appreciate the art if you don’t know the lyrics.”

    @MaziNasir wrote: “Beat is the sauce.”

    @PONAmehn stated: “There’s this bar from @presidentjaga “I dey pity una wey no dey catch lines”. It just resonates with this now. Music lovers of this era only listen more to the beat because there’s Amapiano and so much of them that dey focus more on dancing.”

  • EVA ALORDIAH : I am at my best when people don’t agree with my choices

    Rap sensation, Eva Alordiah aka Eva has been creating quite a buzz ever since she stepped into the music industry. The buzz doesn’t look like fading any time soon. The graduate of Bowen University speaks with Adetutu Audu.

    OU dabbled into Makeup artistry at a very early age. Can you tell us more about it?

    I was 15 at the time and I just knew I could do it. My first love was eyeliners and it gradually built on from there. I guess thanks to the fact that I could draw being a fine artist at the time drawing on paper; it was an easy transition for me to draw and paint on people’s faces. I found it amusing, exciting, and just to be able to create different looks time and again and be in control of how something or somebody looks. I started from doing my own makeup and having all my friends admires it every time, then I began to do makeup for all my friends and it picked up from there.

    You also teach at the makeup school. How easy is that for you?

    I really love to teach Makeup artistry. It is a blessing to have all this knowledge, and even bigger to be able to share. Although I don’t get to teach as many times as I would have loved to.

    What is the easiest thing for you to do with makeup?

    Eyebrows! I call myself the eyebrow specialist. There isn’t any brow i can’t fix. It is very interesting to do and also the easiest to teach at the school.

    What thrills you the most about makeup?

    That would definitely be special effects. It is more challenging than the regular beauty and fashion looks, especially if you are working whole body pieces.

    I have loved horror movies since I was a child. I mean, I don’t even think I enjoy a movie if it isn’t horror or action where there’s a lot of blood and special effects going on. I think that’s where my interest in SFX stems from.

    special effects makeup is like my getaway drug. Zombies, dead skin, bruises, scars, animated characters, missing limbs, skeletal frames, the works. I just sit there and create realistic life forms and it fuels my creative senses, makes me happy.

    If there was one Makeup secret you could share, what would that be?

    Brushes. If there was any tip I could give; invest in professional brushes. That is the first step to creating effortless looks every time.

    Apart from yourself, what other celebrities have you worked with?

    I have had the pleasure of working with Chidinma, Toolz, Toke Makinwa and Yvonne Vixen.

    All of them beautiful in their own right but I really love Toke Makinwa’s face. She is like a perfect canvas for any makeup artist. Vixen has cheekbones to die for. I could contour her face all day.

    You are a rapper entertainer, make-up artist, fashion designer and entrepreneur. How were you able to combine these talents of yours?

    I haven’t been able to combine things as best as I could, I really just have enough time to focus on something at a time. But I love being all these different things and they all find a home in my career as a music artiste. I supervise the business end of my music, I do my makeup for my shoots and videos, and I design as well as style my outfits with some of the most talented designers across Nigeria.

    So I guess you could say I am being of service to Eva right now. When I get breaks from music, I exert my creative energy to makeup and fashion on their own.

    Which is more fulfilling for you?

    I find fulfilment in just being creative. So whether it is music, movies, makeup, writing or fashion, as long as I am creating something, I am fine. Music and Makeup both serve their purpose for me. It’s all work and play when they happen. What I do is focus on what it is I am doing one at a time. So if I am at the Makeup school teaching for instance, I couldn’t be bothered with what’s going on with my music in the studio and so on.

    You’ve had a successful music career, but I’m sure you have a story behind it. How has the journey been?

    It would be nice to know your measurement of success. It has been very challenging but I face it and try to get by without complaining. I love music, I love what I do as an entertainer and I loved much rather to this than do anything else.

    Female artistes usually have challenges to compete with their male counterparts. What would you say are your challenge(s)

    I have never tried to compete with anyone. I am just here trying to be the best version of  myself every day. Instead of seeing competition I see people I can learn from.

    Why did you choose rap music?

    It was love at first listen for me really. I have always been a writer and lover of music all my life. My brothers brought hip-hop to the house and I got hooked on that. Rap challenges my writing process and I guess I like a challenge. I love how so true Rap can cut across globally and it is fun to be part of that, maybe even create over here with people who love it enough to keep doing it.

    Where do you draw your inspiration?

    Life.

    What would you say is your strongest point?

    My voice. It is a blessing to be able to use that as an instrument to communicate on a global scale. It is even more humbling to have people affirm that they connected to my songs in this way or that. At the end of the day I think that is what truly counts.

    What inspired your promotional single, ‘light out’?

    Love. I wanted to be expressive and explore or say things every girl wants to say. The girls really love that song especially and it is beautiful to have that. Oh absolute blessing .When great people like that agree to work with you, it is a sign.

    On my album “1960” I have gone a whole different path and I needed every one of this people to align with the vision we had for the album and they all did. It is so amazing. It is not every day you wake up and decide you want to work with Femi Kuti or Darey or Olamide and have that delivered to you. It was a dream comes true. I am grateful.

    You were once nominated in the highly coveted “Next Rated” category. What does this mean to you?

    Every nomination or award win is very sweet and humbling. It is in a way your industry is saying they see the hard work you put in and they appreciate your efforts.

    I was just recently nominated in the “Best Rap Single” category for my single “DEAF” at the Headies2014, and I won the “Best Female Hiphop” at BEN TV Awards 2014. Every single time that happens to me I am overwhelmed with excitement. It is a pat on the back for me. I am very blessed.

    You have a Christian background. One would have thought you are going to toe the gospel path?

    Music doesn’t work like that. At least not for me. I am Christian all my life and I live by faith and love. But music for me is more an expression than a declaration of religious beliefs.

    I go with what breathes through my heart and I want to speak for as many people as are related to the topics my music revolves around, regardless of borders or beliefs.

    Despite the huge investment on your education, how did your parents take your decision to go into music?

    My parents are the best. They are very supportive, very understanding. And with what little or more they have they push you whatever way you want to go. If the kids are happy, they are happy.

    Growing up, who influence you-the good, bad and the ugly?

    My Mom, Sade Adu, Michael Jackson and Eminem.

    How would you describe your growing up?

    For me, it was fun. I used to go to the farm with my mother. I had a lot of experienced with Nupe and Fulani men as we lived in the North at one time. Bida Niger state.

    I remember cultivating beans, millet and maize when I was about 6. It was a beautiful way to live; I remember enjoying it and always looking forward to going to the farms. In schools I was in the forefront of entertainment. I was always on stage. I was in cultural, debating societies, Dance and Drama groups.

    Share your fondest childhood memories

    On a particular Sallah day we scurried around the Emir’s palace excitedly. There were camels and horses on the roads, with fine riders gallantly clad in long rolls of expensive fabric with varying degrees of vibrancy. The air carried with it high pitched notes of celebration, and all I and my brothers and friends wanted was the clinging of shiny new one naira coins in our pockets.

    The Emir gave to us generously, with a broad smile on his face; in our minds we were rich.

    You have a very strong personal style which has come to be accepted as the “Eva” brand. How would you describe your style?

    My style is full of funk and flare. I guess I could say that. I am very edgy, very spontaneous and I like to stay younger and younger with it. I don’t like it difficult. I like it extra creative and well put together. For the most part I am at my best when a lot of people do not agree with my choices. That’s how I know I satisfied myself.

    You can be quite daring with your fashion too. What is the hottest fashion item for you now?

    Hottest fashion item for me right now are boots. I can’t do without them

    Asides make up, fashion, music, and writing, what other dream is yet to be fulfilled?

    I am my biggest critic sometimes. I sincerely wish I was good with photography and videography.

    I love cameras. I have been in front of the cameras for the better part of my life and I am very intrigued by what happens behind the camera. I think I am going to take the plunge with it.

  • EVA ALORDIAH: Why I became a writer

    EVA ALORDIAH: Why I became a writer

    MUSICIAN Eva Alordiah has revealed that she became a writer to fulfil a childhood dream and serve as inspiration to younger people.

     “Writing for me is something I remember quite vividly, that I wanted to do as a child and in the past I have written for magazines and blogs, but right now I am also writing books,” said Alordiah.

    “People aren’t reading anymore, especially younger people and this is the sect that houses my core fan base. I figured if they followed me then they’d love to read me too and if I can get them to read then I most certainly would keep on writing.”

    She also talked about how she handled her depression; while trying to complete her recently released album 1960.

    “Depression is going to happen to each of us at one point or the other in our lives, so it is important that we are having these conversations about it and not shy away from it like we do every other topic that scares our socks off.

    “How did I deal with and continuing to deal with it? I understand that I have a choice, I am powerful enough to choose whether to be happy or sad, whether to create or not create, whether to be filled with gratitude or to complain. The dichotomies of good and evil, light and dark, would always exist for as long as the world does and as a human being you are responsible for what’s going on.”

  • Top Nigerian Rappers


     

    Top Nigerian Rappers

    There are several rappers in Nigeria, who are rated by different individuals and groups both within the country and abroad. Among them are these carefully selected 8 rappers. Guess who is on the list...

    NAETO C

    Naetochukwu Chikwe, with stage name, Naeto C is from Owerri in Imo state. Born to former Nigerian Ambassador to Ireland, Doctor Mrs. Kema Chikwe and Chief Herbert Chikwe, He spent his early years in a household influenced by music. His fondness for music grew fast and was articulated into other creative art forms, specifically poetry, which took him to various competitions and earned him accolades as a young poet.
    He is a rapper, Afrobeat artist and record producer. He was born in Houston, Texas and is of Nigerian origin. He was born on December 17, 1982.

    OLAMIDE ADEDEJI

    The young artiste was born on March 15 March. He is popularly known by his stage name Olamide but popularly called Olamide Baddo. The hip hop recording artist from Bariga, Lagos State, records mostly in Yoruba, his native tongue. In 2011, he released his debut studio album Rapsodi while signed to Coded Tunes. YBNL, his follow-up album, was released under his label imprint YBNL Nation. The album was supported by the singles "First of All", "Voice of the Street", "Stupid Love", and "Ilefo Illuminati". On 7 November 2013, he released his third studio album Baddest Guy Ever Liveth. The album's singles include "Durosoke" and "Yemi My Lover". On 17 July 2013, Olamide became the first Nigerian to sign an endorsement deal with Cîroc. Olamide has won several music awards, including multiple Nigeria Entertainment Awards and The Headies Awards.

    REMINISCE

    Remilekun Abdulkalid Safaru is known by his stage names as Reminisce and ALAGA IBILE. He is a versatile singer, rapper and a song writer. He is from Ajilete, Yewa South LGA in Ogun state.  He performs in both English and his native language, Yoruba.
    The first four letters are a shortened form of the name ‘Remi’-lekun.
    Reminisce is a Nigerian household name, a musical icon among today’s youth, and an internationally recognized artiste. He was born on the 26th of January, in Kaduna state in Northern Nigeria. In school he listened to various genres of local and foreign music, and performed in school activities. He developed his rapping skills by emulating rappers like Nas, Jay Z and Snoop Dogg. He studied purchasing and supply at Kwara State Polytechnic.
    Reminisce is a well-loved Brand Ambassador for SAMSUNG and ORIJIN,[2] a popular herb and liquor cocktail produced by Diageo plc in Africa.

    EVA

    Eva Alordiah was born to Nigerian parents from Delta State. She got introduced to music by her mother who listened to musical recordings from the 70's and 80's. Eva has cited Michael Jackson, Bob Marley, Sade Adu, The Carpenters, John Lennon and Don Williams as her musical influences. Eminem's "Cleanin' Out My Closet" inspired Eva to pursue a professional rap career.
    Since her breakthrough into the Nigerian Music Industry, Eva has garnered several awards including one Nigeria Entertainment Award from 4 nominations, one Eloy Award, and one YEM award from 2 nominations. Her debut EP, titled The GIGO E.P, was released for free digital download on 20 November 2011. Eva is the owner of makeupByOrsela, a company that specialises in Makeup services. In November 2014, Eva released her self-titled second EP. Eva's debut studio album, 1960, was scheduled to be released in January 2015.

    PHYNO

    Azubuike Chibuzo Nelson goes by the stage name Phyno. Born 9 October 1986, is an Igbo rap and hip hop recording artist. He started his musical career as a producer in 2003. He is renowned for rapping in the Igbo language. His debut studio album, No Guts No Glory, was released in 2014. It produced the singles "Ghost Mode", "Man of the Year", "Parcel" and "O Set". As a producer, he has worked with artists such as Timaya, Flavour, Ruggedman, Bracket, J Martins and Mr Raw.

    M.I. - (MR INCREDIBLE)

    Jude Abaga (born 4 October 1981) better known by stage name 'M.I', is the current CEO of the Chocolate City Music. He has won several awards including the MTV Africa Music Awards 2009. He rose to prominence in 2006 when his song "Crowd Mentality" became popular in his hometown of Jos. On 11 December 2008, M.I released his critically acclaimed debut album, Talk About It.
    Jude's venture in the hip hop world started with the sampling of musical works from DMX and Lauryn Hill as early as 1998. After his stint at Calvin College, Michigan, US, he delved into poetry while pursuing a career in Business and Economics. Similarities in styles have also been drawn to renowned rappers such as Kendrick Lamar, Kanye West, Lil Wayne and Jay-Z.

    JESSE JAGZ

    Jesse Garba Abaga (born 10 August 1984), popularly known as Jesse Jagz, is beyond a rapper. He is also a singer, producer and songwriter. In April 2015, he re-signed with Chocolate City after leaving the label in May 2012 to establish his own imprint known as Jagz Nation. He recorded his first album with a group named Gospel Insanity.
    In 2004, he hooked up with his brother Jude Abaga, (a.k.a. MI); together they started Inner Hub Studios. By 2006, Jesse started a solo career with a debut-hit "Africa" that remained at #1 on the cool fm chart for months. Jesse Jagz hit songs include "Nobody Test Me", "Bend Down Low", "Sugar Cane Baby", and "The Greatest", while his hit song "My Brother" was selected as part of the International Music Entrepreneur of the Year (IYMEY) 2008 compilation.

    ICE PRINCE

    Panshak Zamani (born 30 October 1986), better known by his stage name Ice Prince, is a hip hop recording artist and actor. He rose to fame after releasing "Oleku", one of Nigeria's most remixed songs of all time. He won the 2009 Hennessy Artistry Club Tour. Ice Prince is currently signed to Chocolate City. His debut studio album, Everybody Loves Ice Prince, was released in 2011. It was supported by the singles "Oleku", "Superstar", "Juju" and "Magician". In 2013, Ice Prince released Fire of Zamani as his second studio album. The album contained the singles "Aboki", "More", "Gimme Dat" and "I Swear". On 1 July 2015, Chocolate City announced Ice Prince as the new Vice Chairman of the music label.

  • 1960 album is a dream come true, –EVA ALORDIAH

    1960 album is a dream come true, –EVA ALORDIAH

    A MUSICIAN Eva Alordiah has said her debut album, 1960, is everything she wanted the project to be.

    She stated: “the next shows I do, y’all gonna wanna eat the music off my loins! #1960 the album sounds like everything I always wanted it to be. Can’t wait!”

    1960 dropped in January 2015 but while the fans awaited the release of 1960, the talented female rapper according to reports released a self-titled extended play album in late 2014.

    The album, co-produced by Tintin and Gray Jon’z is all about independence and individuality. It features collaborations with Darey Art Alade, Femi Kuti, Yemi Alade, Olamide, Sarkodie and Sir Dauda.

    “1960 is synonymous to independence for me because Nigeria’s independence was obtained in 1960, said Alordiah in one of her interviews.

    “The year 1960 was also my mom’s birth year and my mom is a very fundamental part of my life, not just as an artiste but also as a female. Basically, it’s the statement of independence, individuality as a human being, and I am putting it out there in my album to let all the fans know that this is the way life should be.

    “I don’t think we should be enslaved to anything or anybody, and the earlier we start thinking for ourselves, the earlier we would start doing things for ourselves and would also be able to decide where we’re going in our individual lives. This would also help us to live better and start creating a better world, place, country, and ultimately a better us.”

  • Eva Alordiah turns make-up tutor

    Eva Alordiah turns make-up tutor

    CONSIDERED one of the best female rappers in Nigeria, Elohor Eva Alordiah, uses the social media to educate her fans. The rapper is currently using her Instagram page to teach her fans how to have a perfect make-up

    She recently posted a new picture explaining how to get a desired look. She captioned the photo; “So the tutorial for this make-up look will be out on my blog. I have been reading a lot of your comments and you all really like this one, so I thought why not?

    “Trust me, it is very easy look and I do make the details even simpler for you guys. Have you seen my new video Double Double, what do you think.”

  • ‘I’m edgy and spontaneous’

    ‘I’m edgy and spontaneous’

    Rap sensation, Eva Alordiah aka Eva has been creating quite a buzz ever since she stepped into the music industry, and the buzz doesn’t seem to be fading any time soon. The graduate of Bowen University tells ADETUTU AUDU she finds fulfilment in being creative.

    YOU’VE had a successful music career Eva, but I’m sure you have a story behind it. Tell me your story. How has the journey been?

    Thank you. Though, it would be nice to know your measurement of success. It has been very challenging but I face it and try to get by without complaining.

    I love music, I love what I do as an entertainer and I would much rather do this than do anything else.

    You are a rapper, entertainer, make-up artist, fashion designer and entrepreneur. How were you able to combine this talent of yours?

    I haven’t been able to combine things as best as I would. I really just have enough time to focus on something at a time. But I love being all these different things and they all find a home in my career as a music artiste. I supervise the business end of my music. I do my makeup for my shoots and videos; I design and style my outfits with some of the most talented designers across Nigeria.

    So, I guess you could say I am being of service to Eva right now. When I get breaks from music, I exert my creative energy to makeup and fashion on their own.

    Which is more fulfilling for you?

    I find fulfilment in just being creative. So, whether it is music, movies, makeup, writing or fashion, as long as I am creating something, I am fine.

    Your debut studio album is scheduled to be released in January 2015. What should we expect?

    Ahhhhhh, the very best of me. I have put my everything into this album, and it has taken such a long time to put together actually. It is titled “1960”, very synonymous with independence, which is a direct reflection of how I have felt for most of my life.

    The album has allowed me to be raw and expressive in ways I didn’t think I would have wanted so that is a surprise even for me.

    The stories are straight off the bat and totally genuine, and I expect a lot of side talk and a lot of speculation about the things I have dared to do with this album. It is my first no holds barred. I have worked with two amazing producers “Tintin” and “Gray Jon’z” on this album. I really appreciate the efforts everyone’s put in behind the scenes to make it happen and my fans have been so supportive. I really believe they would enjoy the album just as much as we did making it.

    Female artistes usually have challenges to compete with their male counterparts. What would you say are your challenge(s)?

    I have never tried to compete with anyone. I am just here trying to be the best version of myself every day. Instead of seeing competition I see people I can learn from, and I focus on my sheet.

    Why did you choose rap music?

    It was love at first listen, for me, really. I have always been a writer and lover of music all my life. My brothers brought hip hop to the house and I got hooked on that. Rap challenges my writing process and I guess I like a challenge. I love how so true rap can cut across globally and It is fun to be part of that, maybe even create over here with people who love it enough to keep doing it.

    Where do you draw your inspiration?

    What would you say is your strongest point?

    My  voice. It is a blessing to be able to use that as an instrument to communicate on a global scale. It is even more humbling to have people affirm that they connected to my songs in this way or that. At the end of the day, I think that is what truly counts.

    What inspired your promotional single, ‘light out’?

    Love. I wanted to be expressive and explore or say things every girl wants to say. The girls really love that song especially, and it is beautiful to have that.

    What was the experience like working with guest collaborators such as Darey Art Alade, Femi Kuti, Yemi Alade, Olamide and others?

    Oh absolute blessing mahnn! When great people like that agree to work with you, it is a sign. (laughing).

    On my album “1960”, I have gone a whole different path and I needed everyone of these people to align with the vision we had for the album and they all did. It is so amazing. It is not every day you wake up and decide you want to work with Femi Kuti or Darey or Olamide and have that delivered to you. It is a dream come true. I am grateful.

    The album drops 14th January 2015 and would be live on its website www.1960thealbum.com. It is a full interactive site designed by Clickmedia Solutions and I think the fans would love it totally! Uuuuhhh I can’t wait!

    In the 2012 edition of Headies, you were nominated in the highly coveted “Next Rated” category. What does this mean to you?

    Every nomination or award win is very sweet and humbling. It is, in a way, your industry saying they see the hard work you put in and they appreciate your efforts.

    I was just recently nominated in the “Best Rap Single” category for my single “DEAF” at the Headies2014, and I won the “Best Female Hiphop” at BEN TV Awards 2014. Every single time that happens to me I am overwhelmed with excitement. It is a pat on the back for me. I am very blessed.

    Despite the huge investment on your education, how did your parents take your decision to go into music?

    My parents are the best. They are very supportive, very understanding. And with what little or more they have they push you whatever way you wanna go.

    If the kids are happy, they are happy.

    Growing up, who influenced you? The good, the  bad and the ugly?

    My Mom, Sade Adu, Michael Jackson and Eminem.

    You have a very strong personal style which has come to be accepted as the “Eva” brand. How would you describe your style?

    My style is full of funk and flare. I guess I could say that. I am very edgy, very spontaneous and I like to stay younger and younger with it. I don’t like it difficult. I like it extra creative and well put together. For the most part, I am at my best when a lot of people do not agree with my choices. That’s how I know I satisfy myself.

    You can be quite daring with your fashion too. What is the hottest fashion item for you now?

    Hottest fashion item for me right now are boots. I can’t do without them.